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  • Diastrophic Dysplasia for Parents


    Diastrophic dysplasia is a skeletal dysplasia. People who have it are generally shorter than average in height.

  • Achondroplasia for Parents


    Achondroplasia is a condition that causes short stature (an adult height less than 4 feet, 10 inches). Treatment can help with related problems, and new research offers hope for even better treatments.

  • Cartilage Hair Hypoplasia for Parents


    Kids with cartilage hair hypoplasia have differences with the growth of their bones. With regular medical care, most kids can live a full, healthy life.

  • Spondyloepiphyseal Dysplasia Congenita (SEDc) for Parents


    Spondyloepiphyseal dysplasia congenita is a type of skeletal dysplasia, causing short stature (dwarfism) and other bone problems, along with vision and hearing problems.

  • Morquio A Syndrome for Parents


    Morquio A syndrome causes growth problems and also can affect the heart and cause hearing and vision problems. Medical care and treatments can help with these problems.

  • Pseudoachondroplasia for Parents


    Pseudoachondroplasia is a skeletal dysplasia that causes dwarfism and arms and legs that are short compared with the body. Children who have it can live long and productive lives.

  • Osteochondritis Dissecans for Parents


    Osteochondritis dissecans is when a piece of bone and the attached cartilage break down and become loose. If it heals completely, kids who have it usually don't have any long-lasting problems.

  • Concussions for Teens


    In a concussion, the brain shifts inside the skull. This can cause a sudden — but usually temporary — disruption in a person's ability to function properly and feel well. Here's what to do if you suspect a concussion.

  • A to Z: Tooth Injury, Secondary for Parents


    Secondary tooth injuries are injuries or damage to secondary or permanent teeth (also called "adult" teeth).

  • A to Z: Tooth Injury, Primary for Parents


    A primary tooth injury is an injury or damage to a child's primary (or "baby") tooth.