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Weight Loss Surgery for Teens

Weight loss surgery works. But it's serious stuff, both physically and emotionally. Find out about two weight loss surgery options for teens.
Gastric Sleeve Surgery for Teens

There are several different types of weight loss surgeries. One type is gastric sleeve surgery, also known as sleeve gastrectomy. Find out what's involved and who gets it in this article for teens.
How Can I Get Rid of Extra Skin After Weight Loss? for Teens

There's no fast way to get rid of extra skin after weight loss. To keep seeing improvement, give it more time.
Plastic Surgery for Teens

Lots of images may come to mind when you think of plastic surgery. This special type of surgery involves a person's appearance and ability to function.
Metabolic Syndrome for Teens

Metabolic syndrome is a signal that someone could be on the road to serious health problems. Find out more in this article for teens.
Managing Your Weight (Topic Center) for Teens

Has your doctor told you to lose weight? Get ideas on food, fitness, and staying motivated. We've also got weight management tools and recipes designed just for teens.
Ulcerative Colitis for Teens

Ulcerative colitis is a type of inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) that happens only in the colon. It causes the inner lining of the colon to get red and swollen with sores called ulcers.
Kidney Transplant for Teens

If the kidneys stop working, a person will need either dialysis or a transplant. Get the facts on kidney transplant in this article for teens.
About Overweight and Obesity for Teens

We use the words "oveweight" and "obese" a lot, but they actually have medical meanings. Find out how doctors diagnose these conditions and what they mean for a person's health.
Inflammatory Bowel Disease for Teens

Inflammatory bowel disease is an ongoing illness caused by an inflammation of the intestines. There are two kinds of IBD: Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis.

A TeensHealth Education Partner Note: All information is for educational purposes only. For specific medical advice, diagnoses, and treatment, consult your doctor.