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  • Blood Test: Dehydroepiandrosterone-Sulfate (DHEA-S) for Parents


    Doctors may order a DHEA-S test if a child shows signs of sexual development earlier than expected. It can rule out certain diseases of the testes or ovaries, or help diagnose damage or disease of the pituitary gland.

  • A to Z: Bacterial Vaginosis for Parents


    Bacterial vaginosis (BV) is an infection in the vagina.

  • Child Abuse for Parents


    Child abuse — whether it's physical, sexual, emotional, medical, or another type — can harm kids in many ways. Learn how to spot the signs of child abuse.

  • Delayed Puberty for Parents


    Puberty usually begins in girls 8-14, and in boys 9-15. If kids pass this normal age range without showing any signs of body changes, it's called delayed puberty.

  • Congenital Adrenal Hyperplasia for Parents


    Congenital adrenal hyperplasia (CAH) affects the adrenal glands, which make important hormones. Symptoms depend on a child's age, sex, and which hormones the adrenal glands make too little or too much of.

  • Hepatitis B for Parents


    Hepatitis B virus (HBV) spreads from person to person through blood or other body fluids. A vaccine is approved for people of all ages to prevent HBV infection.

  • Medical Care During Pregnancy for Parents


    The sooner in pregnancy good care begins, the better for the health of both moms and their babies. Here's what to expect.

  • Abuse: What Kids Need to Know for Kids


    Abuse is never OK and is never a kid’s fault. Here's what to do about it.

  • Blood Test: Testosterone for Parents


    A testosterone blood test may be done if a child seems to be entering puberty earlier or later than expected, or to check for damage or disease of the testes or ovaries, adrenal glands, or pituitary glands.

  • Blood Test: Estradiol for Parents


    Estradiol is the most important form of the hormone estrogen. Doctors may order an estradiol test if puberty seems to be starting earlier or later than expected, or to evaluate menstrual problems.