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Small Cuts and Scrapes
Most cuts and scrapes are minor injuries that can be treated at home. Here's what you need to know.
Small for Gestational Age
Small for gestational age is a term used to describe babies that are smaller than normal for the number of weeks of pregnancy. These babies have birth weight below the 10th percentile. This means they are smaller than many other babies of the same gestational age.
Smoking
Ninety percent of new smokers are children and teenagers. In many cases, they are replacing the smokers who quit or died prematurely from a smoking-related disease.
Snakebites in Children
Both venomous and nonvenomous snakes can bite. It's important to treat all snakebites as if they are venomous. Here's what you need to know.
Sodium and Fluid Restriction for Children with Kidney Failure
Detailed information on controlling sodium in your child's diet.
Sore Nipples
Read on to learn about possible causes and treatment for sore nipples when breastfeeding.
Soy Allergy Diet for Children
When your child has a soy allergy, they can't have any foods containing soy. Read on for detailed information on how to manage a soy-free diet. This includes how to read food labels, other possible sources of soy, and tips when eating out.
Speech Sound Disorders in Children
A speech sound disorder means that a child has trouble saying certain sounds and words past the expected age. This can make it hard to understand what a child is trying to say. Read on to learn about causes, risks, and treatments for these disorders.
Spina Bifida in Children
Spina bifida is a birth defect that causes problems with the spine, spinal cord, and the surrounding nerves. Read this to learn more about the causes, symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment for spina bifida.
Spinal Muscular Atrophy in Children
Spinal muscular atrophy (SMA) is a disease of the nerves and muscles caused by certain genes. It causes muscle wasting and weakness.
Spinal Tap (Lumbar Puncture) for Children
A spinal tap (lumbar puncture) is a test that checks the health of the cerebrospinal fluid (CSF). CSF is a fluid that surrounds the brain and spinal cord. The test also measures the pressure in the spinal canal. Read this to learn more about a spinal tap for your child.
Splinters
A splinter is a sharp sliver of wood, glass, or other debris that is lodged underneath the skin. Removal of small, superficial splinters can usually be done at home. Read on to learn how.