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  • A to Z: Tonsillitis for Parents


    Tonsillitis is an inflammation of the tonsils, the fleshy clusters of tissue in the back of the throat.

  • Tonsillitis for Teens


    You wake up and your throat is swollen and you have a fever. Could it be tonsillitis? Find out what tonsillitis is, how to treat it, and how to prevent it.

  • Tonsillitis for Parents


    Tonsillitis is an infection that makes tonsils swollen and red. It can cause a sore throat, fever, and trouble swallowing.

  • Mononucleosis Factsheet (for Schools) for Parents


    What teachers should know about mono, how to help infected students, and how to protect uninfected students.

  • Mononucleosis (Mono) for Parents


    Mononucleosis (mono) is an infection that causes flu-like symptoms. It usually goes away on its own in a few weeks with the help of plenty of fluids and rest.

  • Mononucleosis (Mono) for Teens


    It's sometimes called "the kissing disease," but kissing is just one of the ways that someone can catch mono.

  • A to Z Symptom: Sore Throat for Parents


    A sore throat can be caused by many things, from viral and bacterial infections to seasonal allergies and gastroesophageal reflux.

  • The Spleen for Parents


    The spleen is a fist-sized organ in the upper left part of the belly under the ribcage. It helps protect the body by clearing worn-out red blood cells and other foreign bodies (such as germs) from the bloodstream.

  • 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.

  • Splenectomies for Parents


    A splenectomy is surgery to remove an injured spleen.