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… Programs & Services Home Programs & Services Infectious Diseases Most of the time, … additional treatment is necessary. When things are more complicated or when an infection does not respond to initial … cold to more uncommon illnesses such as tuberculosis or malaria. These agents typically get into the body from the …
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Annually, about 13,000 children in the United States develop solid tumors. For these patients, the most important thing is a correct diagnosis. That’s where we come in. Our highly-specialized team of experts spends a great deal of time on testing for each patient because we know
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Henry the Heart Warrior
… Henry the Heart Warrior Blog Cardiology Heart Surgery Hypoplastic left heart syndrome Patient and Family Advisory Council (PFAC) Phoenix … hypoplastic left heart syndrome (HLHS) . This is known as a complex congenital heart defect (CHD). We made the decision …
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Children’s cardiac stress tests should be performed by pediatric heart/lung experts, here’s why
… Children’s cardiac stress tests should be performed by pediatric heart/lung experts, here’s why Blog Cardiology Exercise Stress Lab Pulmonology Phoenix Children’s Center for Heart Care In … not helpful. Children and young adults require a much more comprehensive testing regimen to not only examine their …
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Practice fireworks safety
… us of the “bombs bursting in air” that helped our nation become independent. Sadly, as beautiful as firework displays can be, they can also be just as dangerous without the …
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Makenzie's Story
… first her parents, Terri and Chris, thought her short-term memory loss and dizziness had been caused by a fall Makenzie had … to drain the fluid and reduce pressure in the brain. A week later, Makenzie had a shunt put in to further relieve the …
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The skinny on keto for epilepsy
… Institute at Phoenix Children’s As of 2015, 3.4 million Americans carried a diagnosis of epilepsy with 150,000 new … at least a 50% reduction in seizures and about 1 in 7 become seizure-free. Additionally, many patients report … (ketosis) instead of carbohydrates for energy reduces inflammation, increases antioxidant production, boosts …
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Brain Injury Signs and Symptoms
… March is Brain Injury Awareness Month making it a great time to review the basics. A brain injury in a child can range … The signs and symptoms of a concussion can include: Loss of consciousness (usually brief, for seconds to … Trouble answering questions properly Responding slowly Balance problems Dizziness Headache Nausea or vomiting Light …
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What Causes Spring Allergies in Arizona?
… Blog In Arizona, allergy season can start early and last for months. Common triggers include: Tree pollen (like mesquite and Palo Verde) Grass pollen Weeds Dust in the air, …
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… Programs & Services Home Programs & Services Pediatric and Adolescent Gynecology … as young as newborns to young adults calls for experienced, compassionate care. Phoenix Children’s offers many … but aren’t limited to: Birth control including IUDs and implants Reproductive health counseling for patients with …