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Health Care Providers: Neonatologists for Parents
A neonatologist is a doctor who cares for newborns who were born prematurely or have complex medical needs.
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Breasts and Bras for Kids
Girls grow breasts as they develop and mature. And once a girl has breasts, she probably will want to wear a bra. Find out more in this article just for kids.
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Familial Hypercholesterolemia (FH) for Parents
Familial hypercholesterolemia is a genetic condition that causes very high levels of LDL ("bad" cholesterol).
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Talking to Your Child About Puberty for Parents
Talking to kids about puberty is an important job for parents, especially because kids often hear about sex and relationships from unreliable sources. Here are some tips.
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Health Care Providers: Endocrinologists for Parents
An endocrinologist is a doctor who studies and treats diseases and conditions that affect growth, development, puberty, and energy levels.
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A to Z: Lyme Disease for Parents
Lyme disease is a bacterial infection spread through the bite of deer ticks.
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Slipped Capital Femoral Epiphysis (SCFE) for Parents
Slipped capital femoral epiphysis (SCFE) is a shift at the upper part of the thighbone, or femur, that results in a weakened hip joint. Fortunately, when caught early, most cases of SCFE can be treated successfully.
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Premature Ventricular Contractions for Parents
A premature ventricular contraction (PVC) is an early heartbeat that happens between normal heartbeats. PVCs usually are harmless.
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Hydrocephalus for Parents
Often called "water on the brain," hydrocephalus can cause babies' and young children's heads to swell to make room for excess cerebrospinal fluid. Learn how this condition is managed.
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Liver Tumors for Parents
Tumors happen when cells form a mass or growth. Liver tumors can be benign (not cancerous) or malignant (cancerous).