Viewing: 481-492 of 1313 | All
Hives
In this Helping Hand™ we will discuss the causes and treatment of hives, as well as how to prevent them and when to seek help from a doctor.
Learn MoreHoarse Voice (Dysphonia)
Dysphonia, also known as hoarseness, refers to having an abnormal voice. For those affected by dysphonia, the voice can be described as hoarse, rough, raspy, strained, weak, breathy or gravely. There may also be voice breaks and pitch changes. Causes may include inflammation, growths and scarring.
Learn MoreHodgkin Lymphoma
Hodgkins Lymphoma (also known as Hodgkin’s Disease) is a form of cancer of the lymphatic system. The lymphatic system is a part of the circulatory system. It plays a main role in fighting infection. It is made up of hundreds of lymph nodes.
Learn MoreHome Care for Children with Sickle Cell Disease
Although a child who has sickle cell disease should be under a health care provider's care, parents can do many things at home to reduce symptoms and maintain the child's health.
Learn MoreHome Page - Common Childhood Injuries and Poisonings
Detailed information on the common poisonings and injuries of children
Learn MoreHome Page - Growth and Development
Detailed information on proper health maintenance for a child
Learn MoreHome Page - Medical Genetics
Detailed information on medical genetics, including chromosome abnormalities, single gene defects, multifactorial inheritance, teratogens, and non-traditional inheritance
Learn MoreHorseshoe Kidney (Renal Fusion) in Children
Horseshoe kidney is when the two kidneys join (fuse) together at the bottom. They form a U shape like a horseshoe.
Learn MoreHow the Liver Works
Detailed information on how the liver works, including a full-color, labeled illustration of the digestive system
Learn MoreHow to Manage Hearing Loss in Children
A look at the healthcare team members involved in diagnosing a child's hearing loss, and different ways of managing hearing loss.
Learn More
Helping Hands Patient Education Materials
Written and illustrated by medical, nursing and allied health professionals at Nationwide Children's Hospital, Helping Hand instructions are intended as a supplement to verbal instructions provided by a medical professional. The information is periodically reviewed and revised to reflect our current practice. However, Nationwide Children's Hospital is not responsible for any consequences resulting from the use or misuse of the information in the Helping Hands.