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  • Lyme Disease for Parents


    Lyme disease can affect the skin, joints, nervous system, and other organ systems. If Lyme disease is diagnosed quickly and treated with antibiotics, most people feel better quickly.

  • Familial Hypercholesterolemia (FH) for Parents


    Familial hypercholesterolemia is a genetic condition that causes very high levels of LDL ("bad" cholesterol).

  • Breasts and Bras for Kids


    Girls grow breasts as they develop and mature. And once a girl has breasts, she probably will want to wear a bra. Find out more in this article just for kids.

  • Health Care Providers: Endocrinologists for Parents


    An endocrinologist is a doctor who studies and treats diseases and conditions that affect growth, development, puberty, and energy levels.

  • Slipped Capital Femoral Epiphysis (SCFE) for Parents


    Slipped capital femoral epiphysis (SCFE) is a shift at the upper part of the thighbone, or femur, that results in a weakened hip joint. Fortunately, when caught early, most cases of SCFE can be treated successfully.

  • Talking to Your Child About Puberty for Parents


    Talking to kids about puberty is an important job for parents, especially because kids often hear about sex and relationships from unreliable sources. Here are some tips.

  • Premature Ventricular Contractions for Parents


    A premature ventricular contraction (PVC) is an early heartbeat that happens between normal heartbeats. PVCs usually are harmless.

  • A to Z: Lyme Disease for Parents


    Lyme disease is a bacterial infection spread through the bite of deer ticks.

  • Hydrocephalus for Parents


    Often called "water on the brain," hydrocephalus can cause babies' and young children's heads to swell to make room for excess cerebrospinal fluid. Learn how this condition is managed.

  • Liver Tumors for Parents


    Tumors happen when cells form a mass or growth. Liver tumors can be benign (not cancerous) or malignant (cancerous).

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