Conditions We Treat

Mastoiditis in Children

Mastoiditis is a complication of a middle ear infection. Read on to learn more about symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment.

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Maternal and Fetal Infections

In pregnancy, infections are a common complication—but women may not have obvious symptoms, or they may show different symptoms of an infection.

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Maternal and Fetal Infections Overview

During pregnancy, certain infections may cause problems for you and your baby. So it's important to treat and prevent infections when you're pregnant.

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Maternal and Fetal Testing

Women with high-risk pregnancies often need a close watch for potential problems or complications. Many tests and procedures are available to monitor the health of both mother and baby.

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Maternal and Fetal Testing Overview

There are tests and procedures that can help keep track of your health and your baby's health during pregnancy. Understand what questions to ask about these tests and procedures, and know which health problems may need testing.

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Maternity Leave

The length of time given for a paid maternity leave of absence varies among companies. Some women extend their maternity leaves by taking additional weeks of unpaid leave.

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Mayer-Rokitansky-Küster-Hauser Syndrome

Mayer-Rokitansky-Küster-Hauser Syndrome (MRKH) is a rare condition that affects girls and women. It means they are born without a fully developed uterus or vagina.

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Meal Planning for Children with Diabetes

It's important to learn about correct meal planning when your child has diabetes. The type and amount of food your child eats affects their blood sugar levels.

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Measles

This Helping Hand™ explains what measles is, how it spreads, signs and symptoms, treatment options, prevention, and when to seek help.

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Measles (Rubeola) in Children

Measles (rubeola) is a respiratory illness caused by a virus. It causes a red, blotchy rash. It’s a very contagious illness.

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Measles, Mumps, and Rubella (MMR) Vaccine

The MMR vaccine is given in 2 doses--at 12 to 15 months and at 4 to 6 years, or at least 1 month after the first dose.

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Meckel Diverticulum

Meckel diverticulum is a small pouch in the wall of the intestine. It’s near where the small and large intestines meet. This condition is the most common birth defect of the digestive system. It happens to about 1 in 50 babies.

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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.