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Urine Test: Creatinine for Parents
Low levels of creatinine in the urine may point to a kidney disease, certain muscular and neuromuscular disorders, or an obstruction of the urinary tract.
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Urine Test: 24-Hour Analysis for Kidney Stones for Parents
This test can show if certain substances are found at high concentrations in the urine, and might be causing kidney stones.
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What Is Cancer? for Kids
When kids get cancer, it can often be treated and cured. Find out more in this article for kids.
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Bruises for Parents
Learn about bruises, why they happen, how to make them go away faster, and why they change colors.
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Bruises for Teens
Learn about bruises, why they happen, how to make them go away faster, and why they turn all those funny colors.
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Jellyfish Stings for Parents
Ocean dips are a cool part of summer, but jellyfish can spoil the fun. Here's how to handle a sting from by one of these mysterious sea creatures.
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Dealing With Triggers: Dust Mites for Parents
If dust mites make your child's asthma or allergies worse, here's how to limit exposure to them.
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Chemotherapy for Parents
Chemotherapy (chemo) is treatment with medicines that stop the growth of cancer cells.
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Chemotherapy for Teens
Chemotherapy (chemo) is treatment with medicines that stop the growth of cancer cells. Find out how chemo works and what to expect when getting treatment.
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Surgeries and Procedures: Gastrostomy Tube (G-Tube) for Parents
Some kids have medical problems that prevent them from being able to take adequate nutrition by mouth. A gastrostomy tube (also called a G-tube) is a tube inserted through the abdomen that delivers nutrition directly to the stomach. Read this article to find out more about the gastrostomy procedure.