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Prenatal Test: Ultrasound for Parents
A prenatal ultrasound is a safe and painless test that shows a baby's shape and position. It can be done in the first, second, or third trimester of pregnancy.
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Prenatal Test: Amniocentesis for Parents
In amniocentesis, doctors take a sample of the amniotic fluid that surrounds a baby to check for signs of problems such as chromosomal disorders, genetic problems, and neural tube defects
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What's an End Ostomy? (Video) for Parents
Watch a short video to learn what an end ostomy is and how it works.
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What's a Nasopharyngoscopy? (Video) for Parents
A nasopharyngoscopy is a quick procedure that uses a special camera to help a doctor look at the back of the throat.
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What's a Loop Ostomy? (Video) for Parents
Watch a short video to learn what a loop ostomy is and how it works.
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What's Type 1 Diabetes? (Video) for Parents
Watch this video to see what happens inside the body when a person has type 1 diabetes.
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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.
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What's Type 2 Diabetes? (Video) for Parents
Watch this video to see what happens inside the body when a person has type 2 diabetes.
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What's a Tear Duct Probe (Treating Tear-Duct Blockage)? (Video) for Parents
Blocked tear ducts are a fairly common problem in infants. A common procedure called a tear duct probe can open the blockage.
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What's a Hydrocele? (Video) for Parents
A hydrocele (HI-dro-seel) is a pouch of fluid around the testicle inside the scrotum. Hydroceles are common in newborns, especially in premature babies. Older boys and men can get them too.