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  • Fetal Lung Mass for Parents


    A fetal lung mass is an unusual lump that grows inside or next to an unborn baby’s lung. Some are treated before birth, while others are removed after the baby is born.

  • Your Child's Vaccines: Pneumococcal Vaccines (PCV, PPSV) for Parents


    Find out when and why your child needs to get these vaccines.

  • Cytomegalovirus (CMV) for Parents


    This virus poses few risks to healthy kids, but can cause serious health problems in unborn babies and kids with a weak immune system.

  • Adenovirus for Parents


    Adenoviruses can infect the lining of the eyes, airways and lungs, intestines, urinary tract, and nervous system. They're common causes of fever, coughs, sore throats, diarrhea, and pinkeye.

  • Toxic Shock Syndrome for Parents


    Toxic shock syndrome is a serious but uncommon bacterial infection. TSS is a medical emergency - symptoms include sudden high fever, a faint feeling, diarrhea, headache, and muscle aches.

  • Toxic Shock Syndrome for Teens


    Although toxic shock syndrome (TSS) can be serious, it's a very rare illness.

  • A to Z: Respiratory Syncytial Virus for Parents


    Learn about RSV, a contagious infection that's a major cause of respiratory illness in young children.

  • Bronchiolitis for Parents


    Bronchiolitis is a common illness of the respiratory tract caused by an infection that affects tiny airways. The best treatment for most kids with bronchiolitis is time to recover and plenty of fluids.

  • Coping With Colds for Teens


    Most teens get between two and four colds each year. Read this article for the facts on colds and ways to feel better when you catch one.

  • Costochondritis for Parents


    Costochondritis is a painful swelling of the cartilage that attaches the ribs to the breastbone. It's one of the most common causes of chest pain in kids and teens.

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