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Your Immune System for Kids
The immune system keeps you healthy. How does it work? Find out in this article for kids.
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Henoch-Schönlein Purpura (HSP) for Parents
Most kids who develop this inflammation of the blood vessels (marked by a raised red and purple rash) make a full recovery and have no long-term problems.
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Helicobacter pylori Infections for Parents
H. pylori bacteria can cause digestive illnesses, including gastritis and peptic ulcer disease.
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Leukemia for Parents
Leukemia refers to cancers of the white blood cells. With the proper treatment, the outlook for kids with leukemia is quite good.
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Norovirus for Parents
Norovirus is a virus that causes diarrhea and vomiting. Most norovirus infections get better on their own with home care.
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Milk Allergy for Teens
Milk is in all kinds of foods, even things like baked goods. So what should a person who's allergic to milk do?
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Gastroenteritis (Stomach Flu) for Parents
Gastroenteritis is an infection that causes nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, and belly cramps. It's often called the stomach flu, and is a common illness.
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Milk Allergy for Parents
Milk allergy can cause serious reactions. Find out how to keep kids safe.
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Is It a Cold, the Flu, an RSV Infection, or COVID-19? for Parents
The flu usually makes kids feel worse than if they have a cold. But it's not always easy to tell the difference. Here are tips on what to look for — and what to do.
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Chyluria for Parents
Chyluria is when there is chyle in the pee. Depending on what's causing it, chyluria can be treated and often can be cured.