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  • Muscular dystrophy

    The muscular dystrophies (MD) are a group of inherited genetic conditions that gradually cause the muscles to weaken, leading to an increasing level of disability.

  • Motor neurone disease

    Read about motor neurone disease (MND), a rare condition where parts of the nervous system become damaged. This causes increasing weakness, and in many cases, muscle wasting.

  • Mitral valve problems

    Find out about the problems that can affect the heart's mitral valve, including prolapse, regurgitation and stenosis. Also, read about the different types of mitral valve surgery.

  • Middle East respiratory syndrome (MERS)

    Find out about the symptoms of Middle East respiratory syndrome (MERS), how to lower your risk of catching it and what to do if you think you might have it.

  • Metabolic syndrome

    Find out about metabolic syndrome, what it is, how it's diagnosed and how to prevent and treat it.

  • Meniscus tear (knee cartilage damage)

    NHS information about meniscus tears (knee cartilage damage), including symptoms, how to ease symptoms yourself and when to get medical help.

  • Ménière's disease

    Find out more about Ménière's disease, a rare condition that affects the inner ear.

  • Medicines information

    As medicines are a crucial part of medical treatment, it's important to have a good understanding of them.

  • Marfan syndrome

    Find out what Marfan syndrome is, what causes it, plus how it's diagnosed and treated.

  • Maple syrup urine disease

    Maple syrup urine disease (MSUD) is a rare but serious inherited condition. It means the body can't process certain amino acids.