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Amenorrhea in Adolescents and Teens What is amenorrhea? Amenorrhea is a menstrual condition characterized by absent menstrual periods for more than 3 monthly menstrual cycles. Amenorrhea may be classified as primary or secondary: Primary amenorrhea. From the beginning and may be
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Endometrial Cancer: Diagnosis How is endometrial cancer diagnosed? If your healthcare provider thinks you might have endometrial cancer, usually because of abnormal vaginal bleeding, you'll need certain exams and tests to be sure. Endometrial cancer is cancer that starts in the
The Emily Center
When a loved one is diagnosed with an illness or health concern, you need clear, reliable information. The Emily Center at Phoenix Children’s is a place you can go for answers to your health-related questions. We provide personalized health information, patient education, support
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Traveling for the holidays during a pandemic
… with air travel. Also, think about the people you will be visiting. If you’re paying a visit to high-risk individuals … not surprising that the CDC recently released an official recommendation for people to stay home and avoid travel this … hand sanitizer, include a small dispenser that can be stored in a purse or backpack as well as a larger container …
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Skin Cancer: Prevention The sun sustains life and feels good, but it can be your skin’s worst enemy. While every sunburn can increase your risk of skin cancer, it’s not just those big days at the beach or ballgames that cause trouble. Each time you run out to get the mail, walk
CHAMPION Program
The Cardiac High Acuity Monitoring Program for Infants and Newborns (CHAMPION) Program at Phoenix Children’s supports patients with certain types of high-risk complex congenital heart disease and single ventricle physiology, or one chamber in the heart. The period between the
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Wassim M. Ballan, MD
Division Chief, Infectious Diseases; Medical Director, Antimicrobial Stewardship Program; Associate Medical Director, Infection Prevention Program
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Overuse Injuries An increasing number of boys and girls are playing recreational and organized sports. As a result, there is a rise in the number of overuse injuries seen among children and teens. Most sports and overuse injuries are due to injuries that affect the bone, muscles