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  • Premature Ventricular Contractions for Parents


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

  • Ultrasound: Head for Parents


    Doctors order head ultrasounds when there's a concern about neurological problems in an infant.

  • Ultrasound: Abdomen for Parents


    Doctors order abdominal ultrasounds when they're concerned about symptoms such as belly pain, repeated vomiting, abnormal liver or kidney function tests, or a swollen belly.

  • Ultrasound: Bladder for Parents


    Doctors order bladder ultrasounds when there's a concern about bladder problems, such as difficulty urinating or daytime wetting.

  • Ultrasound: Pelvis for Parents


    A pelvic ultrasound can detect tumors or cysts and help diagnose pelvic pain, some urinary problems, or abnormal menstrual bleeding.

  • Ultrasound: Infant Hip for Parents


    Doctors order a hip ultrasound when they suspect a problem called developmental dysplasia of the hip (DDH).

  • Ultrasound: Scrotum for Parents


    Doctors order a scrotal ultrasound when they're concerned about symptoms such as scrotal pain or swelling.

  • Ultrasounds for Parents


    An ultrasound scan is a medical test that uses high-frequency sound waves to create live images from the inside the body. Here are some types of ultrasounds often done.

  • Getting an Ultrasound for Parents


    An ultrasound scan is a medical test that uses high-frequency sound waves to create live images from the inside the body. Here's what to know if your child is getting this test.

  • Ultrasound: Renal (Kidneys, Ureters, Bladder) for Parents


    A renal ultrasound makes images of your child's kidneys, ureters, and bladder. Doctors may order this test if they suspect kidney damage, cysts, tumors, kidney stones, or complications from urinary tract infections.