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Dysphagia in Children What is dysphagia in children? Dysphagia means trouble swallowing. This condition happens when food or liquids can't pass easily from your child's mouth into the throat, down the esophagus, and into the stomach when swallowing. What causes dysphagia in a
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Intussusception in Children What is intussusception in children? Intussusception is a serious problem in the intestine. It occurs when one part of the intestine slides inside another part. The intestine then folds into itself like a telescope. This creates a blockage or
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Car Seat Safety and Distracted Driving How important are seat belts and car seats? According to the CDC, motor vehicle accidents are a leading cause of death for children in the U.S. Thousands of children are at risk because they are not buckled up. Car seats and seat belts must
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Overview of Obesity Facts about obesity Overweight and obesity together make up one of the leading preventable causes of death in the U.S. Obesity is a chronic disease that can seriously affect your health. Overweight means that you have extra body weight. Obesity means having a
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Birth control, not just for pregnancy prevention
… difficult to have “the talk” with their teen and may feel uncomfortable answering questions related to contraception and sexual activity ( our website offers some helpful tips for concerned parents ) . … age make it difficult for a woman to become pregnant in the future? No, using birth control at a young age does not …
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… At Phoenix Children's, our Autism Program provides a comprehensive, patient- and family-centered approach to … also ensures that our work contributes to improving the future of healthcare for children with autism. Additional … be found on our Research & Clinical Trials section of the website. Interdisciplinary Collaboration and Continuous …
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Congenital Limb Difference in Children What is a congenital limb difference in children? A congenital limb difference is when an arm or leg doesn’t form normally as a baby grows in the uterus. The baby is born with the difference. What causes a congenital limb difference in a
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Understanding Avoidant Personality Disorder We all want to be alone from time to time. But constantly avoiding people or social situations can be a sign of avoidant personality disorder (AVPD). People with this disorder greatly fear rejection, humiliation, and criticism. They may
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Enjoying the holidays with Inflammatory Bowel Disease
… the silver lining is that your child is probably most comfortable at home. 2. Prepare an IBD-friendly dish to … Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis may follow specific diets or avoid certain foods during a flare. Planning ahead …
