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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.

  • Parkinson's Disease for Kids


    A person with Parkinson's disease gradually loses the ability to totally control body movements. Find out more about this disease that most often affects adults.

  • Cold Sores for Parents


    Cold sores are small and painful blisters that appear around the mouth, face, or nose. They're very common and, while uncomfortable, usually go away on their own.

  • Neurofibromatosis Type 1 for Parents


    Neurofibromatosis type 1 (NF1) is a genetic condition that causes benign tumors in and under the skin, often with bone, hormone, and other problems. Learn more about how it's diagnosed and treated.

  • Understanding Puberty for Parents


    Puberty was awkward enough when you were the one going through it. So how can you help your kids through all the changes?

  • Your Child's Habits for Parents


    Nail biting, hair twirling, thumb sucking, and nose picking - these childhood habits are common. Here's how to deal with them.

  • 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.

  • A to Z: Dermatophytosis (Ringworm) for Parents


    Dermatophytosis, or ringworm, is a highly contagious infection of the skin, hair, or nails caused by a type of fungus called a dermatophyte.

  • A to Z: Acanthosis Nigricans for Parents


    Acanthosis nigricans is a condition in which the skin thickens and darkens in places.

  • A to Z: Ringworm (Dermatophytosis) for Parents


    Ringworm, or dermatophytosis, is a highly contagious infection of the skin, hair or nails caused by a type of fungus called a dermatophyte.