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Skin Cancer in Children What is skin cancer in children? Skin cancer is a type of cancer that starts in the cells of the skin. It can spread to and damage nearby tissue. Over time, it can spread to other parts of the body. Skin cancer is very rare in children. What causes skin

Food Allergies in Children What is food allergy in children? A food allergy is when your child’s body has a bad immune reaction to a certain food. This is different from a food intolerance, which does not affect the immune system. This is true even though some of the same signs

Constipation in Children What is constipation in children? Constipation is when a child has very hard stools and has fewer bowel movements than normal. It is a very common gastrointestinal (GI) problem. Signs that a child has constipation include: Having fewer bowel movements

GERD (Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease) in Children What is GERD in children? GERD (gastroesophageal reflux disease) is a long-term (chronic) digestive disorder. It happens when stomach contents flow back up (reflux) into the food pipe (esophagus) and cause symptoms or problems

Prenatal Medical Care The importance of early prenatal medical care As soon as you find out you are pregnant, you should work with your healthcare provider to set up a schedule of prenatal care. For normal pregnancies without major complications, prenatal exams are often

The pediatric experts at Phoenix Children’s Primary & Complex Care provide families with coordinated care for children with complex medical needs and chronic illnesses. Patient families receive access to their child’s medical records through Phoenix Children’s secure, online

Our Genetics and Metabolism program, the only one of its kind in Arizona, offers thorough evaluation, diagnostic, treatment and follow-up services for children and families with known or suspected genetic conditions. Our services include genetic counseling for diagnosed syndromes

Certain rheumatology diseases are more aggressive in children than they are in adults. We understand these nuances and offer hope in an often uncertain future. Our program is proud to offer the best and only pediatric-specific rheumatology care in Arizona and the Southwest. In