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  • Hoarseness for Parents


    Misuse of the vocal cords — caused by such things as repetitive screaming, yelling, or using the voice in an unnatural way — can lead to a hoarse voice. Learn how to get the voice back into perfect pitch.

  • 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.

  • What's a Laryngoscopy? (Video) for Parents


    Laryngoscopy is when a doctor uses a special camera to look down the throat to see the voice box (larynx) and vocal cords.

  • A to Z: Tracheitis for Parents


    Learn about tracheitis, a condition that affects the respiratory tract.

  • Laryngomalacia for Parents


    Laryngomalacia is a common cause of noisy breathing in infants.

  • Lungs and Respiratory System for Teens


    Each day you breathe about 20,000 times. Find out more about the lungs and breathing process.

  • A to Z: Retropharyngeal Abscess for Parents


    Retropharyngeal abscess is an area of infected, pus-filled tissue that forms in the deep tissues in the back of the throat.

  • Croup for Parents


    Croup often causes kids to have a loud cough that sounds like a seal barking. Most cases of croup are caused by viruses, are mild, and can be treated at home.

  • Growth and Your 13- to 18-Year-Old for Parents


    Kids entering puberty will undergo many changes in their developing bodies. Find out more about what to expect.

  • Growth and Your 6- to 12-Year-Old for Parents


    As kids grow from grade-schoolers to preteens, there continues to be a wide range of "normal" as far as height, weight, and shape.

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