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  • Intraventricular Hemorrhage in Newborns for Parents


    An intraventricular hemorrhage (IVH) is bleeding in and around the brain’s ventricles. Most babies with a mild IVH do well.

  • What Is Hemophilia? for Kids


    People with hemophilia have blood that doesn't clot the way it should. That means that they bruise and bleed easily.

  • A to Z: Idiopathic Thrombocytopenic Purpura for Parents


    Learn about immune system responses and conditions that can affect the blood.

  • Blood Test: Prothrombin Time (PT) for Parents


    Doctors may order a PT test as part of an evaluation for a bleeding disorder or to monitor the effects of blood-thinning medicine.

  • Animal Bites and Scratches for Parents


    Animal bites and scratches, even minor ones, can become infected and spread bacteria to other parts of the body, regardless of whether the animal is a family pet or a wild animal.

  • Head Injuries for Parents


    Head injuries can be external or internal. Learn more about both kinds, how to prevent them, and what to do if your child is injured.

  • Lymphatic Malformations for Parents


    A lymphatic malformation is a clump of lymph vessels that form a growing, jumbled, spongy cluster. They're unusual growths, but are not cancerous.

  • Gum Disease for Teens


    Gum disease doesn't just happen to people your grandparents' age - it can happen to teens too. Get the details here.

  • Dengue Fever for Teens


    This infectious disease can cause high fevers, headaches, rashes, and pain throughout the body. Find out what to do about dengue fever - and how to avoid it.

  • A to Z: Epistaxis (Nosebleed) for Parents


    Epistaxis is another word for nosebleed, when small blood vessels break in the tissue lining of the nose.