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Asthma

Asthma is a chronic illness in which your airways are inflamed, making it difficult to carry air in and out of the lungs at times. This eMedTV page describes asthma in more detail, including its causes, symptoms, and ways to control the condition.

Bubonic Plague

Bubonic plague is a disease caused by the Yersinia pestis bacteria. This portion of the eMedTV archives discusses the causes, transmission, symptoms, and treatment of this disease and offers statistics on its prevalence throughout history.

Coronary Artery Disease

Coronary artery disease is the most common type of heart disease. This section of the eMedTV library provides an overview of coronary artery disease, including information about risk factors, symptoms, treatment options, and prevention strategies.

Erectile Dysfunction

The repeated inability to get or keep an erection firm enough for sexual intercourse is known as erectile dysfunction, or ED. This eMedTV article explains how erectile dysfunction is treatable at any age through options like drugs and vacuum devices.

Heart Attack

A heart attack occurs when the supply of blood and oxygen to part of the heart is blocked. This eMedTV article explores the causes, symptoms, and treatment of heart attacks and provides links to additional resources.