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  • Blount Disease for Parents


    Blount disease is a growth disorder that causes the bones of the lower leg to bow outward. This gets worse if it's not treated, so early diagnosis is very important.

  • Erythema Multiforme for Parents


    By the looks of the "bulls-eye" marks this rash leaves on the skin, you might think it's cause for concern. But erythema multiforme clears up on its own within a few weeks.

  • Epigastric Hernias for Parents


    An epigastric hernia is when a little piece of fat from inside the belly pushes through the abdominal muscles between the belly button and the chest. Many are small, cause no symptoms, and don't need treatment.

  • 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.

  • What Is Interventional Radiology (IR)? for Parents


    Interventional radiology (IR) is a way for doctors to treat problems like vascular anomalies and tumors.

  • Tonsillectomy for Teens


    Everybody's heard of tonsils, but not everyone knows what tonsils do in the body or why they may need to be removed. Find out here.

  • Broken Bones for Teens


    Bones are tough stuff — but even tough stuff can break. Find out what happens when a bone fractures.

  • Tonsillectomy for Parents


    A tonsillectomy is surgery to remove the tonsils. It's one of the most common surgeries kids and teens get. Find out more.

  • Weight Loss Surgery for Parents


    When diet and exercise aren't enough to help shed stubborn pounds, weight loss surgery may be an option for teens who are very overweight.

  • VP Shunts for Parents


    A VP shunt is a small plastic tube that helps drain extra cerebrospinal fluid from the brain. Most VP shunts are placed to treat hydrocephalus.