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  • Bow Legs (Genu Varum) for Parents


    Bow legs is when the legs curve outward at the knees while the feet and ankles touch. Infants and toddlers often have bow legs. It's rarely serious and usually goes away on its own.

  • Knock Knees (Genu Valgum) for Parents


    Kids often have knock knees (when knees touch but the ankles are apart). They usually go away without on their own by the time a child is 7 or 8 years old.

  • Thrombocytopenia for Parents


    Thrombocytopenia is when someone has too few platelets in their bloodstream. Many things can cause it and most can be treated.

  • Kids and Exercise for Parents


    Besides enjoying the health benefits of regular exercise, kids who are physically fit are better able to handle physical and emotional challenges.

  • Blood for Parents


    Here are the basics about the life-sustaining fluid called blood.

  • Neuroblastoma for Parents


    Learn about neuroblastoma, a rare type of childhood cancer that develops in infants and young children.

  • What's Blood? for Kids


    It swirls through your veins and arteries, but what is it really? Find out about blood in this article for kids.

  • What's a Funny Bone? for Kids


    You've banged your elbow and it feels tingly and strange. Find out why in this article for kids.

  • A to Z: Nonunion of Fracture for Parents


    In this condition, a broken bone does not heal completely and needs advanced treatment. Learn more.

  • A to Z: Patellar Dislocation for Parents


    Patellar dislocation happens when the patella (kneecap) slips out of its normal position.

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