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Why Are My Breasts Sore? for Teens
Breast soreness is common among teens, but it can still seem worrying when it happens to you. Fortunately, breast pain is rarely serious. Find out why your breasts may hurt and what you can do about it.
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What Is Breast Cancer? for Kids
Find out about breast cancer.
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Ear Pits for Parents
An ear pit is a small opening (about the size of a pinhead) in front of the ear. They're common and usually don’t cause problems or need treatment.
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Amanda's Hodgkin's Story for Kids
Amanda's life changed dramatically when she was diagnosed with Hodgkin's disease. Find out more in this article for kids.
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Congenital Kyphosis for Parents
Kyphosis is a rounding of the back that some children are born with. It makes the back look hunched over.
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Varicocele for Teens
A varicocele is an enlargement of the veins in the scrotum. Although there is no way to prevent a varicocele, it usually needs no special treatment.
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Thyroid Disease for Parents
The thyroid gland makes the hormones that help control metabolism and growth. A thyroid that isn't working properly can cause thyroid disease.
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Umbilical Hernias for Parents
An umbilical hernia shows up as a bump under the belly button. If a hernia doesn't go away by age 4 or 5 or causes problems, doctors may recommend surgery.
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Getting to Know Your Newborn for Parents
When you first meet your newborn, you may be surprised by what you see. Here's what to expect.
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Neuroblastoma for Parents
Learn about neuroblastoma, a rare type of childhood cancer that develops in infants and young children.