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• What's the Difference Between a Treatment and a Cure? for Teens

  
  

  Doctors can treat medical problems and sometimes cure them. But what's the difference between a "treatment" and a "cure"? Find out.

• Cancer Basics for Teens

  
  

  Get the basics on cancer and cancer treatments in this article.

• Speech Problems for Teens

  
  

  Do you know someone who stutters or has another speech disorder? Find out how speech disorders are treated, how you can help a friend or classmate cope, and lots more.

• Allergies for Teens

  
  

  Your eyes itch, your nose is running, you're sneezing, and you're covered in hives. The enemy known as allergies has struck again.

• Slipped Capital Femoral Epiphysis (SCFE) for Teens

  
  

  A good, stable connection at your hip joint is what lets you walk, run, make that jump shot, and shake it on the dance floor. But in some teens – particularly those who are obese – the hip joint is weakened by slipped capital femoral epiphysis (SCFE).

• Urinary Tract Infections for Teens

  
  

  A urinary tract infection (UTI) is one of the most common reasons that teens visit a doctor. Learn about the symptoms of UTIs, how they're treated, and more in this article.

• Bacterial Vaginosis for Teens

  
  

  BV is the most common vaginal infection. Although it's a mild infection, it can cause serious problems if it's not treated. Find out how to recognize BV and what to do about it in this article for teens.

• Chlamydia for Teens

  
  

  Chlamydia is an STD that often has no symptoms, so lots of people can have it and not know it. Read this article to learn how to protect yourself.

• Hepatitis C for Teens

  
  

  The hepatitis C virus (HCV) spreads through blood or other body fluids, and can lead to cirrhosis or liver cancer. The most common way people become infected is by sharing drug paraphernalia.

• Lyme Disease for Teens

  
  

  Lyme disease can be treated if it's caught early. Find out what causes it, how it's treated, and how to prevent it.