Sickle cell disease is a disease of the blood. Red blood cells are shaped like sickles, and can get stuck, especially inside smaller blood vessels.
Cramps can put a crimp in a girl's daily routine. Find out what period cramps are and how to handle them.
A middle ear infection happens when germs like bacteria and viruses get in your middle ear and cause trouble. Read this article to find out more.
It's normal to get a stomachache once in a while, but some kids have something more serious called inflammatory bowel disease (IBD). Find out more about it.
A tarantula is a black, hairy spider that is about two to three inches long. Learn all about spiders and tarantulas in this fun article for kids.
A glossary of terms for kids who want to learn about medical tests and treatments.
Fire ants think they're hot stuff. Learn how to handle them in this article for kids.
A glossary of terms for kids who want to learn about medical products and devices.
Check out our cancer glossary for lots of easy-to-read definitions.
On the way to becoming a man, a boy's body will go through a lot of changes, including your body growing bigger, your voice changing, and hair sprouting everywhere. Find out more.
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diagnoses, and treatment, consult your doctor.
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