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Digestive System for Parents
The digestive process starts even before the first bite of food. Find out more about the digestive system and how our bodies break down and absorb the food we eat.
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Pancreatitis for Parents
Pancreatitis is sometimes mistaken for a stomach virus because symptoms can include fever, vomiting, and abdominal pain. Symptoms usually get better on their own, but sometimes treatment is needed.
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Digestive System for Teens
Most people think digestion begins when you first put food in your mouth. But the digestive process actually starts even before the food hits your taste buds.
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Fetal Abdominal Cyst for Parents
A fetal abdominal cyst is a bubble of fluid in a balloon-like bag in the belly of an unborn baby.
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What's a Fart? for Kids
All people fart sometimes, whether they live in France, the Fiji islands, or Fresno, California! Learn more about what gives gas its sass in our article for kids about farts.
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A to Z: Gastroparesis for Parents
Learn more about this problem of the stomach and digestive tract.
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Cystic Fibrosis for Teens
Cystic fibrosis (CF) is an inherited disease that causes the body to produce mucus that's extremely thick and sticky. It mainly affects the lungs and the pancreas, causing serious breathing and digestive problems.
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Bones, Muscles, and Joints for Teens
Our bones, muscles, and joints form our musculoskeletal system and enable us to do everyday physical activities.
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Your Liver for Kids
Your liver cleans your blood and plays an important part in digestion. Find out more in this article for kids.
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A to Z: Dysphagia for Parents
Swallowing difficulties can affect many aspects of a child's health, including feeding, breathing, and overall growth.