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Acne
Acne is a common skin condition. It causes bumps on the skin known as pimples to appear on the face…
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ADHD in Children: Symptoms, Diagnosis, and Support
ADHD is one of the most common developmental disorders of childhood, associated with inattention, hyperactivity, and/or impulsivity.
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Amblyopia is sometimes called “lazy eye.” If left untreated, it can affect a child’s vision permanently.
Amblyopia (lazy eye) develops in childhood when one eye doesn’t work properly with the brain. Left untreated, it can lead…
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Amenorrhea
Amenorrhea is a medical term for when a woman does not have menstrual periods.
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Asperger's Syndrome
Asperger’s syndrome is a developmental disorder affecting speech and behavior.
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Asthma in Kids
Asthma is a disease that often starts in childhood and makes it difficult for your child to breathe.
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Attention-Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
ADHD is a group of behaviors that can make it difficult to focus at school, work or home.
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Autism
Autism is a developmental brain disorder affecting social, behavioral, and communication skills.
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Bronchiolitis
Bronchiolitis is a common lung infection in infants and young children. It is usually caused by a virus. RSV is…
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Central Precocious Puberty
Central precocious puberty is the early onset of puberty. It can occur in children younger than 8 or 9 years…
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Cerebral Palsy
Cerebral palsy is a group of brain disorders that affect body movement and muscle coordination. It can be mild or…
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Chickenpox
Chickenpox is a highly contagious disease caused by a virus. It once was a common childhood disease until a vaccine…
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Congenital Adrenal Hyperplasia
Congenital adrenal hyperplasia (CAH) is a rare genetic disorder that affects your adrenal glands.
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Congenital Heart Disease
Congenital heart disease is a heart problem that some people are born with and can include a hole in the…
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Croup
Croup is caused by a respiratory virus and causes children, usually age 5 and younger, to have a barking…
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Diabetes in Kids - Signs and Causes
Diabetes is a chronic condition that occurs when your child’s body doesn’t’ make or use insulin properly. There are two…
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Ear Infection
An ear infection is one of the most common conditions among children. It is caused by a viral or bacterial…
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Eczema and Atopic Dermatitis
Eczema and atopic dermatitis are rash-like skin conditions common in babies but can continue in adulthood.
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Enlarged Adenoids
Adenoids are tiny pieces of tissue in the back of your throat. They hang above your tonsils. They help fight…
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Eustachian Tube Dysfunction
Eustachian tube dysfunction is when your ear is plugged with fluid. Sounds may be muffled, and your ear may feel…