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  • A to Z: Epilepsy

    Epilepsy is a seizure disorder in which electrical signals in the brain misfire, causing temporary communication problems between nerve cells. Someone who gets recurrent seizures is thought to have epilepsy.

  • A to Z: Epistaxis (Nosebleed)

    Epistaxis is another word for nosebleed, when small blood vessels break in the tissue lining of the nose.

  • A to Z: Erythema Multiforme

    Erythema multiforme is a skin condition caused by a hypersensitive reaction to an infection or, in some cases, medication.

  • A to Z: Esophagitis

    Learn about conditions that affect the esophagus and upper gastrointestinal tract.

  • A to Z: Expressive Language Disorder

    This type of speech problem can make it hard for kids to put words together and express what they want to say. Learn more here.