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The nervous system is made up of the brain, spinal cord, and nerves. These parts work together to allow your child to think, learn, speak, and feel emotions. They also help to control basic body functions such as movement, sensation, breathing, and heartbeat. The brain and spinal cord make up the central nervous system. The nerves outside the brain and spinal cord make up the peripheral nervous system.

Intracranial hemorrhage is bleeding in the brain. This can damage brain tissue. Treatment can help reduce the chance of long-term brain problems.

Cryptosporidium infection is an illness that affects your intestines. It's caused by a parasite. Read on for details about symptoms, diagnosis, treatment, and prevention.

Learn more about hip arthroscopy and what you can do before your surgery.

Know what to expect after arthroscopy on your hip.

MRI of the breast is an imaging test that uses strong magnets and radio waves to form pictures of the inside of the breast and of the tissues that surround the breast. Breast MRI is used to check for problems. Read on for what to expect when you have a breast MRI.

A pulmonary embolism is a blood clot that can block blood flow to the lungs. This is a medical emergency. Read on to learn more about this condition including diagnosis, treatment, and long-term concerns.

Celiac disease is an autoimmune disease. You can manage the disease by removing gluten from your diet. This relieves your symptoms.

Urethritis occurs when the urethra is inflamed. The urethra is the tube that runs from the bladder through the penis. Learn about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, and treatment for this condition.