Arthritis is swelling and pain of the joints. When this problem is chronic, the most common form is juvenile idiopathic arthritis (JIA).
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.
Arthritis is swelling and pain of the joints. When this problem is chronic, the most common form is juvenile idiopathic arthritis (JIA).
Read MoreNephrotic syndrome can occur at any age but is most common between the ages of 18 months and 8 years. Boys are affected more often than girls. A child may come to the child care or school with the diagnosis or may develop it while enrolled.
Read MoreMarfan syndrome is an inherited condition. It affects the tissues that connect parts of the body.
Read MoreMitochondrial disorders are a diverse group of diseases caused by damage to small structures found in human cells that are essential in converting food to energy. The result is decreased energy production and associated symptoms.
Read MoreMuscular dystrophy is a group of genetic diseases that cause muscle wasting and weakness. The most common type is Duchenne muscular dystrophy, which is progressive and occurs only in boys.
Read MoreNeonatal abstinence syndrome (NAS) is a drug withdrawal syndrome that some infants experience after birth and that generally follows exposure to an opioid.
Read MoreThere are many types of neurocutaneous syndromes (syndromes that include skin findings). The most common is neurofibromatosis (NF). There are 7 types of NF. Although they are all different, they all have skin and neurologic findings. Neurofibromatosis type 1 (NF1) is the most common type, and, while
Read MorePrader-Willi syndrome (PWS) is a genetic condition that affects the brain and causes newborns and young infants to be weak and slow to gain weight but shifts to causing excessive hunger and weight gain in toddlers. It affects boys and girls equally.
Read MoreOne in 10 babies (9.6%) was born prematurely in the United States in 2016.
Read MoreFebrile seizures are described as generalized (whole brain and body involved), tonic-clonic (shaking) movements of a child’s body in response to a high fever. These seizures represent abnormal brain electrical activity triggered by fever.
Read MoreSeizures represent the most common neurologic disorder in children. About 1% of all children have a type of non-febrile seizure disorder, or epilepsy.
Read MoreMore than 100 specific conditions have been identified that can cause short stature. Achondroplasia occurs in people of all races and with equal frequency in males and females, and it affects about 1 in every 26,000 children. An estimated 10,000 individuals in the United States have achondroplasia.
Read MoreChildren with sickle cell disease should have at least 8 cups of water or fluid per day.
Read MoreSome of the more common inborn errors of metabolism include
Read MoreSpina bifida means cleft spine, which is an incomplete closure in the spinal column. The 4 types of spina bifida are
Read MoreBecause the spleen can be affected differently by different diseases, it is difficult to say how many children have spleen problems.
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Read MoreTraumatic brain injury (TBI) is caused by a direct blow to the head with different amounts of force that cause mild, moderate, or severe brain injury. Mild TBI can be called a concussion.
Read MoreTurner syndrome is a genetic condition that only affects girls and women. It occurs when 1 of the 2 X chromosomes normally found in females is missing or incomplete.
Read MoreA vesicostomy is a surgical opening in the bladder to the outside of the body (lower belly) that allows urine to come out, preventing urinary tract infection and damage to the kidneys. Urine drains constantly from this opening. The child will need to wear a diaper, training pants (Pull-Ups), or an incontinence
Read MoreChildren experience depression differently than adults. Your child may not be able to tell you they are feeling sad, and they may not even feel sad at all. Instead, you may notice your child seems irritable, frustrated, restless, discouraged, or tired. These are some other common signs of depression
Read MoreIt’s normal for children of any age to get angry or break a rule once in a while. But if your child’s behaviors are causing problems at home, at school, or with friends, they may need extra support.
Read MoreInattention and impulsivity are normal for young children. But by the time they’re in school, most children can pay attention for a longer time and can think and plan before they act. If your school-aged child behaves more like what you would expect from a younger child, this behavior may be a sign
Read MoreInformation from the American Academy of Pediatrics about marijuana use in children, including risks and how to prevent marijuana use.
Read MoreMore than 6 million children in the United States participate in martial arts. Martial arts are known to improve social skills, discipline, and respect in children. Children can also improve their abilities to concentrate and focus on activities,
Read MoreInformation and guidance on normal instance of masturbation in preschoolers.
Read MoreInformation and guidance on exposure (close contact) to a person with confirmed measles when child has no rash or other symptoms of measles.
Read MoreMild pink rash that occurs 6-12 days after the measles shot
Read MoreInformation and guidance on how to reduce exposure to media violence.
Read MoreInformation and guidance on helping your child cope with medical procedures.
Read MoreInformation and guidance on helping your child cope with medical visits.
Read MoreTechniques for giving liquid medicines to a child who cooperates
Read MoreTechniques for giving pills or capsules to a child who cooperates
Read MoreYour child refuses to take a liquid medicine
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