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  • Chest Wall Disorder: Pectus Carinatum for Parents


    Pectus carinatum, sometimes called pigeon chest, is when the chest wall causes the chest to jut out.

  • A to Z: Tuberous Sclerosis for Parents


    Learn about this genetic disorder that causes noncancerous tumors to grow in many parts of the body.

  • Delayed Puberty for Parents


    Puberty usually begins in girls 8-14, and in boys 9-15. If kids pass this normal age range without showing any signs of body changes, it's called delayed puberty.

  • Chest Wall Disorder: Pectus Excavatum for Parents


    Pectus excavatum is when the ribs and sternum (breastbone) grow inward and form a dent in the chest. Learn the causes, symptoms, treatments, and more.

  • Health Care Providers: Otolaryngologists for Parents


    An otolaryngologist, often called an ENT, is a doctor who studies, diagnoses, prevents, and treats diseases and conditions of the ear, nose, and throat.

  • Definition: Pediatric Endocrinologist for Teens


    A pediatric endocrinologist is a doctor who specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of children with diseases of the endocrine system, such as diabetes and growth disorders.

  • Fetal Alcohol Syndrome (FAS) for Parents


    If a woman drinks alcohol during her pregnancy, her baby could be born with fetal alcohol syndrome (FAS), which causes a wide range of physical, behavioral, and learning problems.

  • Definition: Pediatric Endocrinologist for Parents


    A pediatric endocrinologist is a doctor who specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of children with diseases of the endocrine system, such as diabetes and growth disorders.

  • Your Child's Weight for Parents


    "What's the right weight for my child?" is one of the most common questions parents have. It seems like a simple one, but it's not always easy to answer.

  • Tuberous Sclerosis Complex for Parents


    Tuberous sclerosis complex is a genetic condition that causes the growth of benign tumors. Symptoms can range from mild to severe.