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Digestive Disorders

Detailed information on the most common digestive disorders in high-risk newborns

Diphtheria in Children

A detailed look at diphtheria, including symptoms, treatment, and a vaccination schedule.

Diphtheria, Tetanus, and Pertussis (DTaP)

Diphtheria, pertussis, and tetanus are serious illnesses. A combination vaccine is given to babies and children to provide protection against all three diseases.

Discharge from the Hospital

Learn what you can expect about hospital discharge after your child has minor surgery.

Discipline

Detailed information on disciplining a child, including information on time-out, temper tantrum, lying, stealing, and television and children

Disciplining Your Child at Any Age

Each child is different, but most children need to be given clear rules about behavior. Read on for some discipline tips by age group.

Discomforts and Complications After a Child Has Surgery

Common discomforts after surgery include nausea and vomiting, soreness in the throat, and restlessness or sleeplessness.

Discussing Death with Children

The ultimate goal in discussing death with a dying child is to make them as comfortable as possible and address any fears. If the child is not ready to discuss death, the most helpful step parents can take is to wait until he or she is ready.

Dislocations in Children

A dislocation is a joint injury. It occurs when the ends of two connected bones come apart. Dislocations happen more often among teens.

Disorders Affecting Calcium Metabolism

Detailed information on disorders affecting calcium metabolism, including juvenile osteoporosis, hyperparathyroidism, hypoparathyroidism, and DiGeorge syndrome

Disorders Affecting the Adrenal Glands

Detailed information on disorders affecting the adrenal glands, including underactive adrenal glands (Addison's disease), overactive adrenal glands (Cushing's syndrome), and pheochromocytoma

Disorders Affecting the Pituitary Gland

Detailed information on disorders affecting the pituitary gland, including posterior anterior disorders and anterior pituitary disorders