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  • A to Z: Peritonsillar Abscess for Parents


    A peritonsillar abscess is an area of pus-filled tissue at the back of the mouth, next to one of the tonsils.

  • CT (CAT) Scan: Neck for Parents


    A neck CT scan uses a special X-ray machine to make images of the soft tissues and organs of the neck, including the muscles, throat, tonsils, adenoids, airways, thyroid, and other glands.

  • A to Z: Obstructive Sleep Apnea for Parents


    Learn about this common sleep disorder, where a blockage of the airway during sleep can cause someone to temporarily stop breathing.

  • Spleen and Lymphatic System for Teens


    The lymphatic system is an extensive drainage network that helps keep bodily fluid levels in balance and defends the body against infections.

  • The Lymphatic System for Parents


    The lymphatic system is an extensive drainage network that helps keep bodily fluid levels in balance and defends the body against infections.

  • Strep Test: Throat Culture for Parents


    Is your child having a strep test or a throat culture? Find out how these swab tests are done.

  • A to Z: Strep Throat for Parents


    Strep throat, a painful throat infection, is common in kids and teens. It gets better quickly with antibiotic treatment.

  • Group A Strep Infections for Parents


    Group A strep (GAS) bacteria usually live harmlessly on the skin and in the nose and throat. Sometimes they cause mild skin or throat infections, but can cause more serious infections or problems in other parts of the body.

  • What Happens in the Operating Room? for Kids


    Surgeries and operations happen in the operating room, sometimes called the OR. Find out more in this article for kids.

  • Obstructive Sleep Apnea for Parents


    Brief pauses in breathing during sleep can be normal. But when breathing stops often or for longer periods, it can be a cause for concern.