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Liver Disorders

Detailed information on the most common liver disorders in children

Liver Transplant for Children

A liver transplant is surgery to replace a diseased liver with a healthy liver from another person.

Living with Aplastic Anemia

Aplastic anemia is a rare blood disorder that most often occurs in children, teens, and young adults. This piece offers helpful information on how to help your child live with this disease.

Living With Congenital Heart Disease

Detailed information for children living with a congenital heart disease

Lordosis in Children

Lordosis is a deformity of the backbone (spine). It's when the bones of the spine (vertebrae) in the lower back curve inward more than normal.

Low Birth Weight

Low birth weight is a term used to describe babies who are born weighing less than 5 pounds, 8 ounces (2,500 grams). An average newborn usually weighs about 8 pounds. A low-birth-weight baby may be healthy even though small. But a low-birth-weight baby can also have many serious health problems.

Low Milk Production

Detailed information on breastfeeding and low breastmilk production.

Lower Respiratory Disorders

Detailed information on lower respiratory disorders in children

Lung Transplantation in Children

A detailed look at lung transplantation in children, including why it is advised, information about the surgery, and the long-term outlook for a child after a lung transplant.

Lupus and Pregnancy

Many people with lupus give birth to healthy children. The key to a successful pregnancy is to know how lupus affects your body. Read on to learn more.

Lying and Stealing

Lying and stealing are common, but inappropriate, behaviors in school-aged children. Most of the time these behaviors will be outgrown. Here's what you should know.

Lyme Disease in Children

Lyme disease is an infection caused by bacteria called Borrelia burgdorferi. The bacteria are usually spread by tick bites. Lyme disease is a year-round problem, but it peaks during the spring and summer months.