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Facioscapulohumeral Muscular Dystrophy in Children What is FSHD in children? Facioscapulohumeral muscular dystrophy (FSHD) is a rare genetic muscle disease that affects the muscles of your child’s face, shoulders, upper arms, and lower legs. These muscles weaken and shrink
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Hydrocephalus What is hydrocephalus in children? A baby with hydrocephalus has extra fluid in and around the brain. This fluid is called cerebrospinal fluid (CSF). Most CSF is normally found in fluid-filled areas (ventricles) inside the brain. Its purpose is to cushion and
Laser Ablation
Laser ablation surgery is the latest advancement in the treatment of pediatric epilepsy. Phoenix Children's is the only pediatric hospital in Arizona and the Southwest, and one of only a handful of centers in the country, offering laser ablation for pediatric epilepsy and brain
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Acne What is acne? Acne is a disorder of the hair follicles and oil glands (sebaceous glands). The oil glands secrete oils (sebum) to keep the skin moist. When the glands get clogged, it can lead to pimples and cysts. Acne is very common. People of all races and ages have acne
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Depression What is depression? Depression is a whole-body illness. It involves the body, mood, and thoughts. Depression affects the way you eat and sleep. It also can affect the way you feel about yourself, the people around you, and other things. It's not the same as being
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… & Services Skeletal Health and Dysplasia Clinic We care for children and young adults diagnosed with metabolic and … dysplasia. We help families like yours cope with the complexity of these rare conditions, and we use the latest … outreach. Evaluation Treatment & Management At your child’s visit, your family will meet with members of our team, which …
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… Pediatric and Adolescent Gynecology Compassionate care for all ages, birth through young adults Treating an infant, … condition, you’re a teen preparing for your first visit to a gynecologist, or you’re a young adult needing any …
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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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Dev M. Desai, MD, PhD
Director, Transplant Program; Surgical Director, Kidney Transplant Program
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