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Short Bowel Syndrome in Children What is short bowel syndrome in children? Short bowel syndrome is when the body has trouble absorbing nutrients from food because of a problem with the small intestine. It often happens to children who have had a large part of their small
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Hirschsprung Disease in Children What is Hirschsprung disease in children? Hirschsprung disease is a rare birth defect. It affects the nerve cells in the large intestine. These nerve cells control the muscles that move food and waste, or stool, through the large intestine. The
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Arrhythmias in Children What are arrhythmias in children? An arrhythmia is an abnormal heart rhythm. When a child has an arrhythmia, abnormal electrical signals sent through the heart muscle may cause the heart to beat too fast (tachycardia), too slow (bradycardia), or in an
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Patent Ductus Arteriosus (PDA) What is PDA? Patent ductus arteriosus (PDA) is a heart defect found in the days or weeks after birth. The ductus arteriosus is a normal blood vessel that's part of fetal blood circulation before a baby is born. It’s an extra blood vessel that
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Innovation, dedication, tenacity and love: LJ's Story
… after his one-year checkup. Although his pediatrician could find nothing wrong, she was concerned and referred LJ to the … disorders in children that are related to toxic metal accumulations. Although LJ’s diagnosis was somewhat … it requires a high level of mindfulness, a challenge for someone as young as LJ, but he is so motivated. LJ can now …
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… Wayfinding Download Our Wayfinding App Today Find Your Way … elevator, your appointment location, restroom and more Access the patient portal to manage your child’s medical …
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New treatment offers hope to child with peanut allergies
… sandwiches. PB&J might be an American staple, but you won’t find it in Genna’s lunchbox — or anywhere near her … of allergic reactions, including anaphylaxis, that may occur with accidental peanut exposure,” said Heidi Schmidt, … to face her day with less fear and anxiety if she’s near someone eating one. “Genna understands she can’t have …
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Could It Be Measles? A Guide for Caregivers
… are more at risk for measles if they have not had the MMR vaccine (measles, mumps and rubella), and they come in contact with someone who has measles. A person starts being contagious … cough, runny nose and red eyes that leads to a rash. If someone in your family has measles symptoms, you should: …
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Supporting Children’s Mental Health During the Holidays
The holiday season is often described as “the most wonderful time of the year,” but for many children and teens, it can bring unique emotional challenges. Changes in routine, family stress, grief, sensory overload or unmet expectations can impact a child's mental and emotional well-being.
