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Delayed Puberty What is delayed puberty? Puberty that happens late is called delayed puberty. This means a child's physical signs of sexual maturity don’t appear by age 12 to 13 in girls or age 13 to 14 in boys. This includes breast or testicle growth but can also include pubic
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5 Tips to prevent a child’s heat rash
… bumpy, red rash on the head, neck or chest. This may be the common heat rash which pediatricians see more frequently … prickly heat or miliaria, occurs when sweat glands in the skin become blocked. The sweat becomes trapped under the … to show signs of infection such as pus or drainage, it’s best to have it checked out by a medical provider. To …
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Early treatment is crucial for better outcomes in progressive neuromuscular disorders. With the establishment of Arizona's newborn screening for Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA), this initiative has enabled Phoenix Children’s to provide same-day genetic notification and next-day
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Screening Tests for Common Diseases What is a screening test? A screening test is done to find possible health problems or diseases in people who don't have any symptoms of disease. The goal is to find a problem early enough to lower the risk for the disease . Or to find it early
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Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD) What is fetal alcohol spectrum disorder (FASD)? A baby born to a person who drinks alcohol during pregnancy can have many problems. This is called fetal alcohol spectrum disorder (FASD). FASD includes: Fetal alcohol syndrome (FAS). This is
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Families first at Phoenix Children’s
… the healthcare system and advocating for someone with complex medical needs. And for many families like her own, … Clinic became a designated Muscular Dystrophy Clinic site. The clinic’s medical director, Saunder M. Bernes, MD , … experts on my son’s condition,” Nancy says. “They know the best treatments and make sure we know all the different …
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A home away from home: Brooke’s story
… as a home away from home. “Being a medical mama is the best club I never wanted to be part of,” Brittany says. “But … is the place where kids with serious medical conditions come.” Although Brooke still experiences daily seizures, … contributing to the parent portal app, and supporting website updates. “My child has a tough diagnosis, and I have …
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Urinary Tract Infection (UTI) in Children What is a urinary tract infection (UTI) in children? A urinary tract infection is inflammation of part of the system that takes urine out of the body. It’s caused by bacteria. The urinary tract includes the 2 kidneys. They remove liquid
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Seasonal Affective Disorder or SAD What is seasonal affective disorder? Seasonal affective disorder (SAD) is a type of depression. It happens during certain seasons of the year, most often fall or winter. It is thought that shorter days and less daylight may set off a chemical
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Urinary Tract Infections (UTIs) What are urinary tract infections? Urinary tract infections or UTIs are infections in any part of the urinary tract. They are a common health problem that affects millions of people each year. Women are especially prone to UTIs. A UTI may affect