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Physical Exam of the Newborn

A complete physical exam is an important part of newborn care. Each body system is carefully checked for signs of health and normal function.

Physical Exam: Adolescent Male

Detailed information on what teen boys can expect during a physical exam.

Physical Needs of the Dying Child

A terminally ill child has many of the same needs as any seriously ill child, including a routine for sleep and rest, and for pain management. Here's what you should know.

Pilomatrixoma in Children

A pilomatrixoma is a slow-growing, noncancerous skin tumor of the hair follicle. It's most common on the face and neck, and it's more common in children and young adults. Read on to learn more.

Pityriasis Rosea in Children

Pityriasis rosea is a mild, common rash. Read on to learn more about diagnosis, symptoms, and treatment.

Placenta Previa

Bleeding can happen at any time during pregnancy. Placenta previa can cause bleeding late in pregnancy. This means after about 20 weeks.

Play

Detailed information on the stages of play for all ages

Play Therapy for a Child in the Hospital

Play therapy is used to help children understand and cope with illness, surgery, hospitalization, treatments, and procedures.

Plugged Milk Ducts

Some breastfeeding moms may be more likely to get plugged milk ducts than others. Read on for some quick tips on preventing and managing this condition.

Pneumococcal Infection in Children

Pneumococcus bacteria can cause serious illness in children, including pneumonia, infection in the blood, and meningitis.

Pneumonia in Children

Pneumonia is an infection in the lungs. It can be mild or serious. Pneumonia is generally more common in children younger than 5 years old.

Pneumothorax in Children

A pneumothorax is an air leak in the lungs. This is a rare condition that most often occurs in the first 24 to 36 hours after birth.