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• Chronic Hoarseness for Parents

  
  

  Misuse of the vocal cords — caused by such things as repetitive screaming, yelling, or using the voice in an unnatural way — can lead to chronic hoarseness. Learn how to get the voice back into perfect pitch.

• First Aid: Common Cold for Parents

  
  

  Kids can get up to eight colds a year - or more. The common cold sends more kids to the doctor than any other illness.

• Vocal Cord Dysfunction for Parents

  
  

  Vocal cord dysfunction means that the vocal cords partially close during breathing, so air has more trouble getting through.

• Tonsillitis for Parents

  
  

  Tonsillitis is an infection that makes tonsils swollen and red. It can cause a sore throat, fever, swollen glands, and trouble swallowing.

• Anesthesia - What to Expect for Teens

  
  

  Here's a quick look at what may happen before, during, and after an operation or procedure.

• Colds for Parents

  
  

  Colds are the most common infectious disease in the United States - and the top reason kids visit the doctor and miss school.

• Anesthesia - What to Expect for Parents

  
  

  Here's a quick look at what may happen before, during, and after on the day of your child's operation or procedure.