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Strep Test: Rapid for Parents
A rapid strep test is done to help quickly determine whether a sore throat is caused by a strep infection vs. other germs (usually viruses) that don't require antibiotic treatment.
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If Your Baby Has a Birth Defect for Parents
If your child has a birth defect, you don't have to go it alone - many people and resources are available to help you.
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Tonsillitis for Parents
Tonsillitis is an infection that makes tonsils swollen and red. It can cause a sore throat, fever, and trouble swallowing.
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PANDAS and PANS for Parents
PANDAS and PANS cause a sudden onset of severe OCD symptoms. They also cause other sudden changes in a child's behavior. These can be so extreme that a parent may say their child seemed to "change overnight."
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Impetigo for Parents
Impetigo is a contagious skin infection that causes blisters or sores on the face, neck, hands, and diaper area. Learn how this common problem is treated and what can help prevent it.
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Celiac Disease for Teens
People who have celiac disease, a disorder that makes their bodies react to gluten, can't eat certain kinds of foods. Find out more - including what foods are safe and where to find them.
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6 Ways to Study Better for Tests for Teens
Taking good notes, scheduling study time, and joining a study group are just some ways to study well. Here’s how to be prepared.
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Strep Throat In Kids and Teens for Parents
Strep throat is a common cause of sore throat in kids and teens. It usually requires treatment with antibiotics, but improves in a few days.
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Peritonsillar Abscess for Parents
Older kids and teens with tonsilitis sometimes develop this painful abscess, a pus-filled tissue at the back of the mouth.
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RASopathies for Parents
RASopathies are a group of genetic conditions caused by problems in the RAS pathway, which is one way cells in the body communicate.