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Perimenopause What is perimenopause? Perimenopause is the transitional time around menopause. Menopause is when a woman’s periods stop. It’s marked by changes in the menstrual cycle, along with other physical and emotional symptoms. This time can last 2 to 8 years. During this
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Congenital Laryngeal Stridor in Babies What is congenital laryngeal stridor? Congenital laryngeal stridor is a noisy or high-pitched sound with breathing. It is from an abnormally formed voice box (larynx). It's present at birth (congenital). What causes congenital laryngeal
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Femoral Anteversion in Children What is femoral anteversion in children? Femoral anteversion is an inward twisting of the thighbone (femur). The femur is the bone that is located between the hip and the knee. This health problem causes a child’s knees and feet to turn inward. The
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Middle Ear Infection (Otitis Media) in Adults What is a middle ear infection? A middle ear infection occurs behind the eardrum. It's most often caused by a virus or bacteria. Most kids have at least one middle ear infection by the time they are 3 years old, but adults can also
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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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5 things to know about vaccines for kids
… 5 things to know about vaccines for kids Blog Primary Care Vaccination Phoenix Children’s … children. 1. They are extensively researched and tested before administration Vaccines are safe for your children! … (FDA) and the Centers of Disease Control (CDC) recommend it for use. Clinical trials can often take several …
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Severe Combined Immunodeficiency (SCID) in Children What is SCID in children? SCID is a very rare disease. It causes a child to have a very weak immune system (immunodeficiency). As a result, the child is unable to fight off even mild infections. The disease is also known as the
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Birth control, not just for pregnancy prevention
… Birth control, not just for pregnancy prevention Blog Gynecology The topic of birth … difficult to have “the talk” with their teen and may feel uncomfortable answering questions related to contraception and …
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A diagnosis and path to independence for Payton
Slipping rib syndrome can cause ongoing chest pain and instability that disrupt daily life, especially when it goes undiagnosed. Read Payton’s story, and how she found the expert care she needed at Phoenix Children’s Pectus Center.
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Tonsillitis What is tonsillitis? Tonsillitis means that your tonsils are inflamed. Your tonsils are large, fleshy glands at the back of your throat. These glands make antibodies that help fight infection. What causes tonsillitis? Both bacteria and viruses can cause tonsillitis