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Why Do Doctors Press on Your Stomach During a Checkup? for Teens
Find out why doctors might do this during an exam.
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A to Z: Precocious Puberty for Parents
Learn about hormonal disorders and conditions that can affect childhood sexual development.
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What Can I Do About the Rough Skin on My Arms? for Teens
Find out what the experts have to say.
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A to Z: Infection, Skin for Parents
A skin infection is a condition where bacteria or other germs enter the skin through a wound and spread, causing pain, swelling, and discoloration.
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Health Care Providers: Plastic Surgeons for Parents
A plastic surgeon is a doctor who does surgery to repair, rebuild, or replace a part of the body to improve how it looks and works. This can involve the skin, musculoskeletal system, craniomaxillofacial (head and face) structures, hand, extremities, breast and trunk, and other areas of the body.
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Health Care Providers: Dermatologists for Parents
A dermatologist is a doctor who helps people take care of their skin, hair, and nails, and diagnoses and treats problems when they do happen.
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Getting to Know Your Newborn for Parents
When you first meet your newborn, you may be surprised by what you see. Here's what to expect.
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Eczema for Teens
Eczema is a common skin problem. Find out more about it and how you can deal with the skin stress.
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Birth Control: IUDs for Parents
An IUD is a piece of T-shaped plastic placed inside the uterus. It's a good birth control option because it lasts for many years, needs no daily care, and is very effective at preventing pregnancy.
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Strength Training for Teens
Is working out with weights safe for teens? The best way to build muscle tone and definition is to combine aerobic and flexibility exercises with the right kind of strength training.