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Need a list of common diseases? The most common illnesses are listed here. They include the most common communicable diseases and and common infectious diseases. Most common bacterial diseases and common viral diseases can be gotten over quickly or treated medically by a doctor. Since these are so common, there's definitely treatments for these diseases. For more information about genetic diseases you can see this genetic disorders list. For valuable information on central nervous system disorders see the central nervous system disorders page. Finally if you are having any trouble going to the bathroom see the urinary system diseases page.

 
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Rank   Name Symptoms Treatments Risks Parent Disease
  1. 1
    Dysphagia, Sore throat, Burning Chest Pain, Dysphonia, Dry cough, Heartburn More
    Antacid, Nissen fundoplication, Gastroprokinetic agent, EndoCinch endoluminal gastroplication, Proton pump inhibitor, Alginic acid, Sucralfate, Hâ‚‚-receptor antagonist, Mosapride, Stretta system More
    Diabetes mellitus, Obesity, Pregnancy, Scleroderma, Smoking, Xerostomia, Asthma, Zollinger-Ellison syndrome, Hypercalcaemia, Hiatus hernia, Systemic scleroderma, Visceroptosis More
    Gastrointestinal Disorders
    GERD
  2. 2
    Blackhead, Skin lesion, Papule, Pustule, Nodule, Cyst
    Antibiotic, Laser, Corticosteroid, Retinol, Light therapy, Benzoyl peroxide, Isotretinoin, Oral contraceptive, Topical, Photodynamic therapy, Antibacterial soap, Dermabrasion More
    Female, Adolescence, Pregnancy, Poor hygiene, Family history of acne, Stress More
    Skin Disorder
  3. 3
    Diarrhea, Sinusitis, Allergic conjunctivitis, Abdominal pain, Skin Eruptions, Asthma, Rhinitis, Dyspnea, Sneeze, Bloating, Vomiting, Wheals, Cough More
    Cortisone, Dexamethasone, Hydroxyzine, Anticholinergic, Theophylline, Immunotherapy, Antihistamine, Epinephrine, Decongestant, Leukotriene antagonist More
    Infection, Smoking, Air pollution exposure, Family History of Allergies More
    Immune disorder
  4. 4
    Impulsivity, Substance abuse, Persistent lying, Disregard for right and wrong, Aggression, Dysphoria, Lack of Remorse, Lack of empathy, Narcissism More
    Anger management, Antidepressant, Stress management, Anxiolytic, Psychotherapy, Antipsychotic, Mood stabilizer More
    Male, Child abuse, Physical abuse, Sexual abuse, Verbal abuse, Loss of one or both parents, Family History of Personality Disorders More
    Personality disorder, Mental illness
  5. 5
    Prolixity, Hyperactivity, Impulsivity, Carelessness, Lack of Concentration, Boredom More
    Support group, Cannabis, Antidepressant, Methylphenidate, Atomoxetine, Psychotherapy, Concerta, Family Therapy, Psychostimulant More
    Male, Learning disability, Premature birth, Oppositional defiant disorder, Family History of Attention Deficit - Hyperactivity Disorder More
    Mental illness
    ADHD/ADD
  6. 6
  7. 7
    Agnosia, Labile affect, Urinary incontinence, Anosmia, Irritability, Aggression, Sundowning, Memory loss, Apraxia, Paraphasia, Hirano body, Delusional misidentification syndrome, Wandering More
    Vitamin E, Haloperidol, Sensory integration, Reminiscence therapy, Memantine, Rivastigmine, Low-fat diet, Simulated presence therapy, Donezepil, Validation therapy, Galantamine More
    Female, Old age, Diabetes mellitus, Hypertension, Down syndrome, Craniocerebral Trauma, Hypercholesterolemia, Smoking, Family history of Alzheimer's disease More
    Central Nervous System Diseases, Mental illness
  8. 8

    Andropause

  9. 9
    Fatigue, Immunosuppression, Osteoporosis, Headache, Syncope, Emaciation, Electrolyte disturbance, Xeroderma, Stunted growth, Extreme Weight Loss, Bruise, Cold sensitivity More
    Antidepressant, Rehydration, Psychotherapy, Hospitalization, Family Therapy More
    Athlete, Family History of Eating Disorders, Unintentional Weight Loss, Social Expectations More
    Eating disorder, Mental illness
  10. 10
    Fatigue, Pain, Swelling, Pyrexia, Stiffness, Skin Eruptions, Weight loss, Dyspnea, Night Sweats More
    Physical therapy, Non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug, Corticosteroid, Ginger, Synovectomy, Biologics, Counterirritant, Disease-modifying antirheumatic drug, Replacement joint, Arthroplasty More
    Female, Old age, Obesity, Family History of Arthritis
    Musculoskeletal disorders
  11. 11
    Mental illness, Autistic Spectrum Disorders, Pervasive developmental disorder More
  12. 12
    Cardiac arrest, Dyspnea, Wheeze, Cyanosis, Pectus carinatum, Short stature, Bronchospasm, Nocturnal Cough, Pulsus paradoxus, Chest Tightness More
    Patient education, Cannabis, Long acting beta-adrenoceptor agonist, Theophylline, Ipratropium, Bronchodilator, Anti-asthmatic Agent, Salbutamol, Montelukast, Ipratropium/salbutamol More
    African American, Poverty, Puerto Ricans in the United States, Overweight, Filipino American, Small for gestational age, Native Hawaiians, Passive smoking, Family history of asthma, Exposure to allergens, Family history of atopic disease More
    Respiratory disease
  13. 13
    Stereotypy, Compulsive behavior, Restricted behavior, Self-harm, Ritualistic behavior More
    Speech therapy, Cannabis, Antidepressant, Stimulant, Orthomolecular medicine, Antipsychotic, Applied Behavior Analysis More
    Male, Fragile X syndrome, Family History of Autism, Paternal age
    Mental illness, Autistic Spectrum Disorders, Pervasive developmental disorder More
  14. 14
    Mistrust, Social isolation, Apprehension, Inferiority complex, Self-loathing, Extreme Shyness More
    Antidepressant, Cognitive behavioral therapy, Group therapy, Psychotherapy More
    Family History of Personality Disorders
    Personality disorder, Mental illness
  15. 15

    Back Pain

  16. 16

    Bad Breath

    Halitosis
  17. 17
    Itchy scalp
    Dithranol, Corticosteroid, Finasteride, Minoxidil
    Male, Trichotillomania, Family history of hair loss, Pregnancy, Chemotherapy, Androgenetic alopecia, Hypothyroidism, Stress, Tinea capitis, Malnutrition, Alopecia mucinosa, Traction alopecia, Telogen effluvium, Iron deficiency, Discoid lupus erythematosus, Genodermatosis, Alopecia areata, Pseudopelade of Brocq, Keratosis follicularis spinulosa decalvans, Tufted folliculitis More
    Skin Disorder, Diseases of hair and hair follicles
  18. 18

    Bedwetting

  19. 19
    Fatigue, Apathy, Anxiety, Sadness, Insomnia, Euphoria, Irritability, Agitation, Aggression, Tachylalia, Suicidal ideation, Loss of interest, Risky behavior More
    Atypical antipsychotic, Antidepressant, Anticonvulsant, Carbamazepine, Psychotherapy, Mood stabilizer More
    Drug abuse, Stress, Major life changes, Family History of Bipolar Disorder More
    Mental illness, Mood disorder
    BD
  20. 20
    Abdominal pain, Back pain, Hematuria, Anorexia, Dysuria, Frequent urination More
    Surgery, Chemotherapy, Radiation therapy, Cancer immunotherapy
    Male, Caucasian race, Infection, Tobacco smoking, Environmental exposure to carcinogens, Family history of bladder cancer, Personal history of bladder cancer More
    Cancer, Male urologic disease, Female urologic disease
  21. 21
    Alcoholism, Dieting, Delusion, Avoidant personality disorder, Dependent personality disorder, Insecurity, Social isolation, Cosmetic camouflage, Major depressive episode, Obsessive thoughts about perceived appearance defect, Self-harm, Suicidal ideation, Excessive grooming, Compulsive skin-touching, Preoccupation with Physical appearance More
    Selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor, Cognitive behavioral therapy, Tricyclic antidepressant More
    Physical abuse, Sexual abuse, Insecurity, Social Expectations, Family History of Body Dysmorphic Disorder More
    Somatoform disorder
    BDD
  22. 22
    Delusion, Anxiety, Impulsivity, Paranoia, Depression, Boredom, Dissociative disorders, Dysphoria, Self-harm, Suicidal ideation, Risky behavior More
    Antidepressant, Dialectical behavioral therapy, Anxiolytic, Transference focused psychotherapy, Antipsychotic More
    Child abuse, Child abandonment, Family history of borderline personality disorder More
    Personality disorder
    BPD
  23. 23

    Bone Cancer

  24. 24
  25. 25
    Inverted nipple, Breast lump, Nipple discharge, Nipple tenderness
    Chemotherapy, Mastectomy, Radiation therapy, Hormone therapy, Cancer immunotherapy, Neratinib More
    Caucasian race, Obesity, Radiation therapy, Tobacco smoking, Alcohol use, Sedentary lifestyle, Early onset of menstruation, Menopausal hormone therapy, Personal history of breast cancer, Delayed onset of menopause, DES use, Family history of breast cancer More
    Cancer, Skin Disorder

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  1. scott
    List of Common Diseases: Most Common Illnesses at 1/06/2012 2:33 PM
    I think there is something wrong with your list. It just so happens that the list is in ascending alphabetic and rank order.
  2. shine
    List of Common Diseases: Most Common Illnesses at 9/18/2011 6:42 AM
    This is informative, I didn't know that breast cancer is so common

    thanks alot
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