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  • Canker Sores (Aphthous Ulcers) for Parents


    Many people regularly get bothersome canker sores in their mouths. Here's how to help prevent them - and make a kid who has one more comfortable.

  • Testicular Torsion for Parents


    This emergency condition causes extreme genital pain and usually requires surgery to save a boy's testicle. If your son has groin pain, get him to a doctor right away.

  • Your Child's Changing Voice for Parents


    Along with obvious changes in physical appearance that come with puberty, your child’s voice will start sounding a whole lot different too.

  • A to Z Symptom: Rash for Parents


    A rash is an area of irritated, bumpy, painful, or swollen skin. Most aren't harmful or dangerous.

  • A to Z: Pectus Excavatum for Parents


    Learn more about pectus excavatum, commonly called sunken chest.

  • A to Z: Myopia for Parents


    Myopia is nearsightedness, a common condition in which someone can see things that are close clearly, but things that are farther away appear blurry.

  • Undescended Testicles (Cryptorchidism) for Parents


    Shortly before birth, a boy's testicles usually descend into the scrotum. When a testicle doesn't make the move, this is called cryptorchidism, or undescended testicles.

  • Teaching Kids to Be Smart About Strangers for Parents


    Sometimes it's a good idea for kids to talk to strangers. Who else will they turn to if they're lost and need help? Here's how to teach kids when it's OK to talk to strangers and when it's not.

  • A to Z: Hematuria (Blood in Urine) for Parents


    Learn more about hematuria (blood in urine) and how it's treated.

  • A to Z: Marcus Gunn Syndrome for Parents


    Marcus Gunn syndrome is a congenital condition where a drooping eyelid briefly opens wider and appears to wink when the jaw is moved.