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  • Surgeries and Procedures: Laryngoscopy for Parents


    Laryngoscopy, a visual examination below the back of the throat, can help discover the causes of voice and breathing problems, pain in the throat or ear, difficulty in swallowing, narrowing of the throat, blockages in the airway, and vocal cord problems.

  • A to Z: Pericarditis for Parents


    Learn about complications of infections and conditions that affect the heart.

  • A to Z: Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD) for Parents


    Learn about personality disorders and complications of mental illness.

  • Hemangiomas: Suzanne's Story for Parents


    When Anna was born, she developed red spots that her parents learned were hemangiomas, benign birthmarks that she eventually outgrew. Her mother tells her story.

  • Shingles for Parents


    Shingles isn't very common in kids - it mostly affects older people. Find out what causes shingles, symptoms to watch for, and what to do if your child has it.

  • Intestinal Malrotation for Parents


    Malrotation is a type of obstruction caused by abnormal development of the intestines while a fetus is in the womb. Find out more about this condition and the complications it can cause.

  • Dwarfism for Parents


    Dwarfism is a condition that is characterized by short stature. Many of the possible complications of dwarfism are treatable, and people of short stature lead healthy, active lives.

  • Chronic Fatigue Syndrome for Teens


    Chronic fatigue syndrome (CFS) is a complicated disease for doctors to diagnose — and even fully understand. Find out more about this often misunderstood condition.

  • Chronic Fatigue Syndrome for Parents


    Chronic fatigue syndrome (CFS) is a complicated disease. It's a physical condition that also can also affect a person emotionally.

  • A to Z: Omphalitis for Parents


    Learn about bacterial infections and conditions that affect newborn babies.