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Microcephaly in Children

Microcephaly is a condition where a baby's head is much smaller than normal. It is most often present at birth (congenital). Most children with microcephaly also have a small brain and an intellectual disability. Some children with small heads have normal intelligence.

Micropenis in Children

A micropenis is a penis that is smaller than normal. A penis length of less than 0.75 inches is considered micropenis.

Milk Allergy Diet for Children

Helpful information on helping your child follow a milk-free diet, including tips for reading food labels.

Milk Production and Your High-Risk Baby

When you have a high-risk baby, you may face some challenges with milk production. Read on to learn details of what to expect, as well as helpful tips and strategies.

Minor Cuts, Scrapes, and Skin Wounds

Detailed information on minor cuts, scrapes, and skin wounds in children

Minor Injuries Overview

Children's days are filled with running, jumping, bicycling, sports, and other fun activities that keep them active and on the go from morning until night. Along with the fun comes an occasional cut.

Miscarriage

Miscarriage is a pregnancy loss in the first 20 weeks of pregnancy. About 10% to 20% of pregnancies end in miscarriage, most often in the first trimester (first 13 weeks of pregnancy). Read on to learn more.

Mitochondrial Inheritance- Leber Hereditary Optic Neuropathy

Detailed information on mitochondrial inheritance and Leber's optic atrophy.

Mold

Detailed information on mold allergy, including possible sources of mold inside and outside the home.

Molluscum Contagiosum in Children

Molluscum contagiosum is a viral skin disease that causes small pink or skin-colored bumps on your child’s skin. It is not harmful and usually does not have any other symptoms. The virus is inside the bumps and is mildly contagious. These bumps usually clear over time.

Mood Disorders in Children and Adolescents

Detailed information on the most common types of mood disorders, including major depression, manic depression (bipolar disorder), dysthymia, seasonal affective disorder, and suicide

Mood Disorders in Teens

Anyone can feel sad or depressed at times. But mood disorders are more intense. They are harder to handle than normal feelings of sadness. Read on to learn more about these types of disorders in teens.