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Second-Degree Burn in Children

A burn is damage to tissues of the body caused by contact with things such as heat, radiation, or chemicals. A second-degree burn affects the outer layer of skin (epidermis) and part of the inner layer of skin (dermis).

Selective Dorsal Rhizotomy for Cerebral Palsy in Children

Selective dorsal rhizotomy (SDR) is a type of spine surgery that’s done to reduce muscle tightness and spasms in the legs of children with cerebral palsy.

Selective Mutism

Selective mutism is a rare condition in which a child can’t speak in certain settings but can speak fine in others. It can cause problems with school and social situations.

Separation Anxiety

Separation anxiety usually begins around 6 months of age. Babies may suddenly be afraid of familiar people, such as babysitters or grandparents.

Separation Anxiety Disorder in Children

Learn details about separation anxiety disorder in children, including causes, symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment.

Sepsis in the Newborn

Newborn sepsis is a severe infection in an infant younger than 28 days old. The infection is in your baby’s blood. But it may affect any body system or the whole body.

Septic Arthritis (Infectious Arthritis) in Children

Septic arthritis is an infection in the joint fluid (synovial fluid) and joint tissues. Read more about this condition in children.

Septoplasty for Children

Septoplasty is surgery to fix a septum. The septum is the wall that divides your child's nose into two sides. It is made of soft cartilage and bone and is covered with a mucous membrane. A deviated septum is when the septum is not in the middle.

Setting Screen Time Limits for Children and Teens

Experts advise that kids and teens take breaks from screens so they have plenty of time for other healthy activities . Luckily, there are plenty of ways you can help your child take some time off from a device.

Sever Disease in Children

Sever disease occurs when a tendon in 1 or both of your child's heels becomes injured and inflamed.

Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome (SARS) in Children

Severe acute respiratory syndrome (SARS) is a viral illness. It is very contagious and can spread quickly. It can cause mild illness, severe illness, or death.

Severe Combined Immunodeficiency (SCID) in Children

SCID is a very rare disease that can be deadly. It causes a child to have a very weak immune system. Read on to learn about causes, symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment.