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CT (CAT) Scan: Head for Parents
A CT scan of the head uses a special X-ray machine to take pictures of the brain, skull, and sinuses, as well as blood vessels in the head.
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CT (CAT) Scan: Neck for Parents
A neck CT scan uses a special X-ray machine to make images of the soft tissues and organs of the neck, including the muscles, throat, tonsils, adenoids, airways, thyroid, and other glands.
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Carpal Tunnel Syndrome for Kids
Carpal tunnel syndrome can make your hands feel numb and tingly. Find out more in this article for kids.
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CT (CAT) Scan: Abdomen for Parents
An abdominal CT scan uses a special X-ray machine to take pictures of the liver, spleen, kidneys, bladder, stomach, intestines, pancreas, and adrenal glands, blood vessels, and lymph nodes.
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CT (CAT) Scan: Chest for Parents
A chest CT scan uses a special X-ray machine to take pictures of a patient's lungs, heart, blood vessels, airway passages, ribs, and lymph nodes.
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Overuse Injuries for Teens
Overuse (or repetitive stress) injuries happen when too much stress is placed on a part of the body, causing problems like swelling, pain, muscle strain, and tissue damage.
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CT (CAT) Scans for Parents
A CT scan, also called a CAT scan, is a type of imaging test. It uses computers and a rotating X-ray machine to take cross-sectional pictures of the body.
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Strokes for Parents
A stroke happens when blood flow to the brain stops, even for a second. Often, kids who have a stroke can learn to use their arms and legs and speak again through brain retraining.
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Getting a CT (CAT) Scan for Parents
CT scans give doctors more detailed images than X-rays can provide. Here's what it's like to get one of these tests.
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Online Safety for Parents
The Internet is a wonderful resource, but access to it has its hazards for kids. Here's how to make sure your kids go online safely.