A bacterial infection of a lymph node. Main symptom is the sudden onset of one large painful node
Read MoreThe American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) is an organization of 67,000 primary care pediatricians, pediatric medical subspecialists, and pediatric surgical specialists dedicated to the health, safety, and well-being of all infants, children, adolescents, and young adults.
As part of that commitment, the AAP publishes expert advice for parents, caregivers, and patients on Pediatric Patient Education. Information can be accessed 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, and many titles also are available in Spanish.
A bacterial infection of a lymph node. Main symptom is the sudden onset of one large painful node
Read MoreA viral infection of lymph nodes. Main symptom is swollen nodes.
Read MoreBefore you decide to have sex or if you are already having sex, you need to know how to stay healthy. Even if you think you know everything you need to know about sex, take a few minutes and read on. Your doctor wants to make sure you know the facts.
Read MoreAnxiety is another word for feeling worried or scared. If your child is feeling anxious, they may not be able to tell you. Your child may feel bad or sick without knowing why, or you may notice they seem restless or tired.
Read MoreNo one knows for sure how many children have suppressed immune systems. It is becoming more common as more children receive transplants and survive serious problems with their immune systems like HIV. Some children have temporary alterations in their immune system from medications and the immune system
Read MoreEstimates are that up to 20% of infants and young children may be affected by eczema at some point. There is no good data about how frequently hives and contact dermatitis occur.
Read MoreAllergies are very common. In a national study of children with special health care needs, 53% had allergies of some type.
Read MoreAnaphylaxis is a life-threatening allergic reaction that affects the whole body. It happens when the body intensely responds to an allergen.
Read MoreAsthma is one of the most common chronic diseases in children, affecting between 5% and 10%.
Read MoreBehavior management skills that can be included in a Care Plan include
Read MoreAutism spectrum disorders (ASDs) are a group of developmental disabilities caused by a problem with the brain. Children with ASDs have trouble in 3 core areas of their development.
Read MoreBleeding disorders vary in types and severity, so it is best to get details about the specific child’s needs from parents/ guardians and the child’s specialty doctors.
Read MoreChildren may come to school or a child care center while they are receiving active treatment of cancer, or they may be diagnosed as having cancer while enrolled.
Read MoreThe treatment team includes a pediatric gastroenterologist and registered dietitians or nutritionists.
Read MoreCerebral palsy (CP) is a condition caused by brain injury that interferes with messages from the brain to the body; this interference affects movements and muscle coordination.
Read MoreChildhood obesity is a serious medical condition that affects children and adolescents. It occurs when a child is well above the normal weight for the child’s age and height.
Read MoreDevelop strategies for accommodating children with cleft lip or cleft palate. Suggestions include
Read MoreThere are currently about 30,000 children and young adults with CF in the United States.
Read MoreChildren have developmental delay when they do not attain the skills that typically developing children acquire at a certain age. Child development is a process that involves learning and mastering skills such as sitting, rolling over, walking, understanding, and talking. Typically developing children
Read MorePhysical activity is important to the health of children with type 2 diabetes, so outdoor play is part of their therapy. Children with type 1 diabetes should be able to play normally. Staff should take a portable pack with insulin, syringes, high-calorie supplements, and glucagon in case of emergency
Read MoreDown syndrome is a relatively common birth defect caused by extra genetic material from chromosome 21 (ie, there are 3 copies of chromosome 21 rather than 2). This syndrome affects the physical and intellectual development of the child.
Read MoreEczema (atopic dermatitis) is a long-lasting skin condition that causes the skin to be overly sensitive to many things.
Read MoreEhlers-Danlos syndrome (EDS) is a collection of inherited conditions that cause the tissues that connect parts of the body (connective tissue) to be loose. This can cause loose joints, stretchy skin, and delayed healing of the skin. This collection of conditions was reclassified in 2017, so it is important
Read MoreFetal alcohol spectrum disorder (FASD) is the general term used to describe the range of adverse fetal effects associated with prenatal alcohol exposure.
Read MoreAllergy is the term used to describe the body’s overreaction to something that it views as foreign or different from itself. The body reacts by releasing histamine and other substances that cause allergic symptoms.
Read MoreFragile X syndrome is an inherited form of intellectual disability that is primarily seen in males. It is the most common form of inherited intellectual disability. Fragile X syndrome is caused by the FMR1 gene on the X chromosome.
Read MoreBabies with GERD can choke; a bulb syringe should be available to help clear the airway if necessary. If the baby is coughing, nothing should be done because the cough is the most effective way to clear the airway. If the baby stops breathing or making any sound, CPR techniques for infants should be
Read MoreGastrostomy tubes are placed in children for many reasons, including prematurity, feeding problems, and brain disorders, and they have become more prevalent as lifesaving medical treatments for children have improved.
Read MoreThe Care Plan for children with hearing loss may include
Read MoreApproximately 4,000 children are diagnosed with Kawasaki disease every year and most are younger than 5 years.
Read MoreThirty-five thousand babies are born every year in the United States with these problems, according to the American Heart Association.
Read MoreHepatitis means liver inflammation. Most of the time, hepatitis is caused by a viral infection of the liver. The most common types are hepatitis A, B, and C.
Read MoreWhat are hip problems in children and how common are they?
Read MoreHydrocephalus is the abnormal accumulation of spinal fluid, called cerebrospinal fluid (CSF), within the brain. Hydrocephalus can be caused by a structural defect in the brain or spine that blocks CSF and causes it to accumulate. Sometimes a brain injury, especially one that causes bleeding, can interfere
Read MoreThe treatment team may consist of the primary care provider and a hematologist.
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