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Healthy Back-to-School Tips
… for a healthy, rewarding year. Schedule a well-child visit If your child hasn’t recently had a well-child visit, … can be completed by your pediatrician and are often wrapped into the back-to-school exam. Also, have your child’s … neck or shoulders. Some kids may prefer a crossbody or messenger-style bag that better spreads the weight across …
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The First Trimester The first prenatal visit The first prenatal visit is the most thorough. A healthcare provider asks the parent-to-be about their health history and does a physical exam. Certain tests and procedures are also done to check the initial health of the parent and
Preparing Your Child for a Procedure
Visiting a doctor’s office can often be an overwhelming task for children and their families. Knowing what to expect before an appointment can make your child feel more comfortable and at ease during their visit to Phoenix Children’s. Our child life team created the storybooks
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Polio (Poliomyelitis) What is polio? Poliomyelitis is commonly called polio. It's an infectious disease. It is caused by 1 of 3 types of poliovirus. Polio is easily spread from person to person. The poliovirus is a virus that can cause paralysis. But most people who are infected
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Fractures in Children What is a fracture in a child? A fracture is a partial or complete break in the bone. When a fracture happens, it is either open or closed. Open fracture. The bone breaks through the skin. Or the skin has a deep wound that exposes the bone. Closed fracture
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We collaborate with epileptologists from the Epilepsy Program, who refer patients to our clinic. Our approach is multidisciplinary, involving providers whose expertise supports our ketogenic therapy program. Additionally, we actively engage with the community, collaborating with
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Scabies in Children What is scabies in children? Scabies are tiny mites on the skin. They cause a small red rash and intense itching. This infection is very contagious. It often spreads from child to child while children are sleeping together in the same bed or have close
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Testicular Torsion in Children What is testicular torsion in children? Testicular torsion is a painful twisting of the testicles and spermatic cord. The spermatic cord is a set of nerves, ducts, and blood vessels that leads from the groin to the testicles. Torsion can happen to 1
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Dermoid Cyst in Children What are dermoid cysts in children? A dermoid cyst is a collection of tissue under the skin. It may contain hair follicles, oil, and sweat glands. In some cases, it may contain bone, teeth, or nerves. A dermoid cyst may appear at birth or soon after