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GERD (Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease) in Children What is GERD in children? GERD (gastroesophageal reflux disease) is a long-term (chronic) digestive disorder. It happens when stomach contents flow back up (reflux) into the food pipe (esophagus) and cause symptoms or problems
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Making the leap: Transitioning from Pediatric GI Care to Adult GI Care
… of a pediatric patient to an adult patient, which usually occurs around age 18-21. The next milestone is transfer , the … and families: Haley Clark Since I was thirteen, all of my experiences with doctors, medicine, and IBD were at … to transfer to an adult provider when I turned 21. I wish someone would have prepared me for the culture shock you …
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Look before you lock: Preventing pediatric vehicular heatstroke deaths
… to school, working two jobs and other responsibilities my days were stressful, and my schedule often changed. Not … our memory to fail at a time when we least expect it. According to noheatstroke.org , 883 children have died due to … when there is a change in your routine, for example if someone else is driving your child or you a take a different …
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The Craniofacial Team When should my child see a craniofacial team? The best time for the first assessment of craniofacial abnormalities is within your child's first few weeks of life. The focus of the team visit is to help correct your child's medical problems and to ease
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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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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
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Tennis Elbow in Children What is tennis elbow in a child? Tennis elbow (lateral epicondylitis) is a painful issue caused by overuse. The tendons that join the forearm muscles to the outside part of the elbow get inflamed or damaged. This is usually caused by repeated use of those
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Staphylococcal Scalded Skin Syndrome (SSSS) in Children What is staphylococcal scalded skin syndrome in children? Staphylococcal scalded skin syndrome (SSSS) is a serious skin infection. The infection causes peeling skin over large parts of the body. It looks like the skin has
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Connecting Phoenix Children’s with the community we serve
… the medical director I was interviewing with, ‘What would success in this role look like?’’’ The answer Shawna received … “I felt like this opportunity was a perfect fit for me with my passion for nursing and my desire to be an active … but a necessity. “I did not get to where I am today without someone believing in me, someone giving me that little nudge …
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Cholesterol, LDL, HDL, and Triglycerides in Children and Teens What is cholesterol? Cholesterol is a fat-like, waxy substance. It can be found in all parts of your child's body. It helps make cell membranes, some hormones, and vitamin D. The cholesterol in blood comes from 2