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  • Heart Transplant for Parents


    If your child needs a heart transplant, you're probably feeling lots of emotions. Fortunately, many kids who undergo heart transplants go on to live normal, healthy lives.

  • A to Z: Graft Versus Host Disease for Parents


    When a person receives a stem cell transplant, this treatable complication can make it tougher for the immune system to heal.

  • A to Z: Dermatomyositis for Parents


    Learn about dermatomyositis, an inflammatory muscle disease that weakens muscles and produces a distinctive skin rash.

  • A to Z: Polymyositis for Parents


    Polymyositis is an uncommon disease that causes muscle weakness, pain, and inflammation. It usually affects adults.

  • A to Z: Hypoplastic Left Heart Syndrome for Parents


    Learn about hypoplastic left heart syndrome, a rare and serious defect of the heart.

  • What Does It Mean to Be a Carrier for a Genetic Condition? for Teens


    Find out what it means to be a carrier for a genetic condition.

  • What Happens in ACL Surgery? for Teens


    If you tore your ACL, you might need this surgery to fix it. Find out what's involved.

  • Hereditary Spherocytosis for Parents


    Hereditary spherocytosis is an inherited blood disorder. Treatments can help with symptoms.

  • Kidney Disease for Teens


    Sometimes, the kidneys can't do their job properly. In teens, kidney disease is usually due to infections, structural issues, glomerulonephritis, or nephrotic syndrome.

  • Stem Cell Transplants for Parents


    Stem cells help rebuild a weakened immune system. Stem cell transplants are effective treatments for a wide range of diseases, including cancer.