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Asthma in Children
Asthma is a long-term (chronic) lung disease that causes your child's airways to become sensitive to certain things (triggers).
Asthma in Children Index
Detailed information on asthma, including triggers of an asthma attack, symptoms, diagnosis, management, and treatment
Asthma Triggers
Asthma triggers are things that can cause an asthma flare-up. Your health care provider can help you know what your triggers are and how to manage them.
Astrocytoma in Children
Astrocytoma is the most common type of brain tumor in children. It is usually low grade, which means slow-growing.
Atopic Dermatitis in Children
Atopic dermatitis is a long-term (chronic) skin condition. It causes dry, itchy skin. It’s very common in babies and children. It often first appears between ages 3 and 6 months.
Atrial Septal Defect (ASD) in Children
The atrial septum is the wall between the two upper chambers of the heart (right and left atria). An atrial septal defect (ASD) is an abnormal hole in this wall. ASD is a heart problem that is present at birth (congenital). Read on for details about symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment.
Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) in Children
Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is a brain-based, or neurodevelopmental, disorder. It is often first diagnosed in childhood.
Autism Spectrum Disorder in Children
Autism spectrum disorder is a problem that affects a child's nervous system and growth and development. It often shows up during a child's first 3 years of life.
Autoimmune Diseases and Pregnancy
Detailed information on autoimmune diseases and pregnancy
Autosomal Recessive: Cystic Fibrosis, Sickle Cell Anemia, Tay Sachs Disease
Overview of autosomal recessive inheritance, including cystic fibrosis, sickle cell anemia, and Tay Sachs disease.
Baby's Care After a Cesarean Delivery
Because babies born by cesarean may have difficulty clearing some of the lung fluid and mucus, extra suctioning of the nose, mouth, and throat are often needed.
Baby's Care After a Vaginal Delivery
Healthy babies born in a vaginal delivery are usually able to stay with the mother. In many cases, immediate newborn evaluations are performed right in the mother's room.