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Topic Index - Respiratory Disorders in Children

Detailed information on the most common types of respiratory disorders, including symptoms, prevention, diagnostic, and treatment information

Topic Index - Safety and Injury Prevention

Detailed information on safety and injury prevention of children

Topic Index - The Child Having Surgery

Detailed information on surgery in children

Topic Index - Transplantation

Detailed information on transplantation in children

Tourette Syndrome in Children

Tourette syndrome (TS) is a neurological disorder that causes repeated tics. Tics are sudden, uncontrolled vocal sounds or muscle jerks. Symptoms of TD often begin between ages 5 and 10. Read this to learn more about TD in children.

Toxic Epidermal Necrolysis in Children

Toxic epidermal necrolysis is a life-threatening skin disorder. It causes skin blistering and peeling. Read on to learn more about this condition.

Toy Safety

Detailed information on toy safety and injury prevention in children

Toy Safety—Identifying High-Risk Situations

Small toys or toys with small removal parts are not appropriate for children ages 3 and younger.

Toy Safety—Prevention

Most toys today are safe. But injuries still happen. Read this article for helpful tips on preventing toy-related injuries.

Tracheoesophageal Fistula and Esophageal Atresia

Tracheoesophageal fistula is a connection between the esophagus and the trachea. The esophagus is the tube that connects the throat to the stomach. The trachea is the tube that connects the throat to the windpipe and lungs. Normally, the esophagus and trachea are two tubes that are not connected.

Transesophageal Echocardiography (TEE) for Children

Echocardiography uses sound waves to make detailed moving pictures of the heart. Transesophageal echocardiography (TEE) uses a device, called a transducer, that is placed in the esophagus.

Transient Tachypnea of the Newborn

Transient tachypnea of the newborn is a breathing problem that affects babies during the first hours of life. Transient means it is short-lived. Tachypnea means fast breathing rate. The problem often goes away on its own in about 3 days.