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The atrial septum is the wall between the two upper chambers of the heart (right and left atria). An atrial septal defect (ASD) is an abnormal hole in this wall. ASD is a heart problem that is present at birth (congenital). Read on for details about symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment.

Cardiomyopathy is any disease of the heart muscle in which the heart loses its ability to pump blood effectively.

In most cases of congenital heart defect, the cause is thought to be a combination of genetics and environment.

A detailed look at STIs and teens, from protection and treatment to different types of STIs.

Adolescence is a stressful time of life even for physically healthy teens. Chronic illness further complicates adolescent development. Read on to learn more.

A fracture in the distal radius is a break in the lower end of the radius, near the wrist. The radius is the larger bone in the forearm.

The shoulder is the most flexible joint in the body. But it does have limits. If the joint is pushed past these limits, the shoulder joint may move too much. This is called shoulder instability.

This exercise helps develop strength in your shoulder.

Rocky Mountain spotted fever is a bacterial infection that can be spread through tick bites. It's a serious illness, but it can be cured with medicine if caught early.