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Osteomyelitis in Children What is acute osteomyelitis in children? Acute osteomyelitis is an infection in the bone. It develops over a short time, usually about 2 weeks. In children, osteomyelitis is more common in the long bones of the arms and legs; however, it can affect any

Allergic Rhinitis in Children What is allergic rhinitis in children? Rhinitis is a reaction that happens in the eyes, nose, and throat. It occurs when allergens in the air set off the release of histamine and other chemicals in the body. Normally allergens are harmless. But when

Nosebleed (Epistaxis) in Children What is a nosebleed in children? A nosebleed is bleeding from tissues inside the nose (nasal mucus membranes) caused by a broken blood vessel. The medical word for nosebleed is epistaxis. Most nosebleeds in children occur in the front (anterior)

The Heart Click on the links below to learn more about this topic. About the Heart and Blood Vessels Anatomy and Function of the Heart Valves Anatomy and Function of the Electrical System Heart Transplantation© 2000-2025 The StayWell Company, LLC. All rights reserved. This

Dermatitis in Children Dermatitis is an inflammation of the skin. Click on the links below to learn more about dermatitis in children. Contact Dermatitis Atopic Dermatitis in Children Diaper Dermatitis Seborrheic Dermatitis (Cradle Cap)© 2000-2025 The StayWell Company, LLC. All

Common Breast Conditions Click on the links below to learn about common breast conditions. Mastalgia (Breast Pain) Common Benign Lumps Fibrocystic Breast Changes Nipple Problems and Discharge Breast Infections and Inflammations Diagnosing Benign Breast Conditions© 2000-2025 The

Symptomatic Conditions of Allergy in Children Many different symptomatic conditions of an allergic reaction require clinical care by a doctor or other healthcare professional. Click on the links below to learn more about this topic. Atopic Dermatitis Contact Dermatitis Allergic

Topic Index Anatomy of the Breasts Normal Breast Development Breast Health: Three-Step Plan for Preventive Care Common Breast Conditions Breast Cancer About Breast Cancer in Men Routine care is the best way to keep you and your breasts healthy. Click on the links above to learn

Immune Disorders Many different immune disorders require clinical care by a physician or other health care professional. Listed in the directory below are some, for which we have provided a brief overview. All About the Immune System Immune Deficiencies Disorders of the Immune

Sex During Pregnancy In most cases, sex during pregnancy is safe. In fact, with your healthcare provider's OK, you can have sex until delivery. But changing hormone levels and sone pregnancy symptoms, like nausea and tiredness, can reduce your sex drive. So can visible changes in