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Spirometry for Parents
Spirometry measures how much and how quickly someone breathes in and out. It can help diagnose and monitor diseases that make it hard to breathe.
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Electronic Health Records for Teens
Because EHRs improve how well your doctors talk to each other and coordinate your treatment, they can enhance your medical care. Get the facts on electronic health records.
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Arthrocentesis (Joint Aspiration) for Parents
Arthrocentesis (joint aspiratio) involves withdrawing (aspirating) a sample of fluid from a joint using a needle and syringe.
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Clinical Trials for Parents
Deciding to enroll your child in a clinical study will depend on its potential benefits and risks, as well as your child's particular illness. Learn more.
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Genetic Counseling for Parents
Genetic counseling is a way for people to understand how genetic illnesses can affect them and their family.
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Genetic Testing for Parents
Advances in genetic testing help doctors diagnose and treat certain illnesses. The type of test done depends on which condition a doctor checks for.
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Ear Pits for Parents
An ear pit is a small opening (about the size of a pinhead) in front of the ear. They're common and usually don’t cause problems or need treatment.
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Ear Tags for Parents
An ear tag is a small lump of skin, fat, or cartilage in front of the ear. They’re painless, but doctors can remove them with surgery.
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What's the Best Way to Remove Excess Pubic Hair? for Teens
Is there a way to remove pubic hair painlessly? Find out.
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What Is a Medical Record? for Parents
A medical record is a history of someone’s health. Most hospitals and doctor’s offices use electronic health records.