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Spina Bifida in Children What is spina bifida in children? Spina bifida is a condition present at birth (birth defect) when there are problems with the spine, spinal cord, and the surrounding nerves. It can cause part of the spinal cord and areas around it to form outside of the
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Chemotherapy for Children What is chemotherapy for a child? Chemotherapy (chemo) is the use of medicines to treat cancer or kill cancer cells. Chemotherapy has been used for many years. It’s one of the most common treatments for many types of cancer. The groups of cancer therapy
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Phoenix Children’s Research Institute Secures Three Prestigious National Institutes of Health (NIH) Grants
Phoenix Children’s Research Institute at the University of Arizona College of Medicine — Phoenix has been awarded three new R01 grants from the National Institutes of Health (NIH), the gold standard of federally funded research awards.
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Medical Conditions and Pregnancy Certain health conditions may complicate a pregnancy. But with the correct care, most women can enjoy a healthy pregnancy, even with their health challenges. Diabetes before pregnancy Diabetes is a health problem where the body doesn't make enough
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The pediatric experts at Phoenix Children’s Primary & Complex Care provide coordinated, compassionate care for children with a wide range of medical needs. From routine checkups, preventive care and vaccines to treatment for illnesses and coordinated management for complex
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Toxic Epidermal Necrolysis in Children What is toxic epidermal necrolysis in children? Toxic epidermal necrolysis is a life-threatening skin disorder. It causes skin tissue to die, resulting in skin blistering and peeling. It's most often caused by a medicine reaction. A milder
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1st Years Nisha Issac, DO Hometown: Dallas, TX Undergraduate: Bachelor of Science in Healthcare Studies, University of Texas at Dallas, Richardson, Texas Medical school: UNTHSC - Texas College of Osteopathic Medicine, Fort Worth, Texas Residency: Phoenix Children’s, Phoenix, AZ
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Allergy Overview What are allergies? Allergies are due to a problem with the body's immune system. Most allergic reactions happen when the immune system reacts to a false alarm. Normally the immune system attacks harmful things, such as viruses or bacteria. But sometimes it
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Birth Defects in Children What is a birth defect in a child? A birth defect (congenital anomaly) is a health problem or abnormal physical change that is present when a baby is born. Birth defects can be very mild, where the baby looks and acts like any other baby. Or birth
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Menstrual Cramps (Dysmenorrhea) in Teens What are menstrual cramps in teens? Menstrual cramps are severe, painful cramps that occur during a period. There are two types: Primary. This type starts soon after a girl gets her first period. It's usually lifelong. But it may get