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• A to Z: Varices, Scrotal

  See: Varicocele (Scrotal Varices).

• A to Z: Von Hippel-Lindau Disease

  Von Hippel-Lindau disease, or VHL, is a genetic disorder that causes blood vessels to grow abnormally.

• A to Z: Vitiligo

  Vitiligo is a loss of skin pigment that causes white spots or patches to appear on the skin.

• A to Z: Viral Infection

  A viral infection is a an infection caused by a virus (a type of germ).

• A to Z: Viral Exanthem

  Learn about viral infections and causes of skin rashes.

• A to Z: Vesicoureteral Reflux (VUR)

  Learn more about conditions and infections of the urinary tract and kidneys.

• A to Z: Ventricular Tachycardia

  Learn about ventricular tachycardia, a potentially life-threatening arrhythmia in which the heart beats too rapidly.

• A to Z: Ventricular Septal Defect (VSD)

  Learn about congenital heart defects and conditions that affect the heart and circulatory system.

• A to Z: Venom

  Venom refers to poisonous substances that are administered by an animal to its prey or enemy through a bite or sting. Depending on the species, its effects can range from mildly irritating to deadly.

• A to Z: Varicocele (Scrotal Varices)

  A varicocele is an enlargement of the veins in the scrotum.

• A to Z: Varices, Esophageal

  See: Varices.

• A to Z: Varices

  Varices are swollen blood vessels that usually develop in the esophagus or stomach.

• A to Z: Varicella (Chickenpox)

  Learn about viral infections, contagious diseases, and diseases that cause skin rashes.

• A to Z: Vaginosis, Bacterial

  Bacterial vaginosis (BV) is an infection in the vagina.

• A to Z: Vaginosis

  Bacterial vaginosis (BV) is an infection in the vagina.

• A to Z: Vaginitis

  Vaginitis is an inflammation of the vagina.

• A to Z Symptom: Vomiting

  Most cases of vomiting are due to viral gastroenteritis ("stomach flu") and can be managed at home with treatment to prevent dehydration.

• A to Z Symptom: Vertigo

  See Dizziness.

• A to Z: Vitamin D Deficiency

  Vitamin D deficiency is a condition that happens when a person isn't getting enough vitamin D, which is needed for strong bones and overall health.