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Otitis Externa (Swimmer's Ear)
Swimmer’s ear, also called otitis externa, is an infection of the skin in the outer ear canal. It is called “swimmer’s ear” because it often occurs when water stays in the ear canal and it is usually caused by bacteria or fungus found in swimming pools, lakes and rivers.
Learn MoreOtorrhea
Otorrhea is the medical term for ear drainage. In order for there to be drainage from the middle ear into the ear canal, there must be a connection present.
Learn MoreOvarian Cyst
An ovarian cyst s a fluid filled sac in or on the surface of an ovary. It often forms during or after ovulation.
Learn MoreOvarian Masses and Tumors
Ovaries can become enlarged due to cysts, masses or neoplasms. The vast majority of ovarian neoplasms in girls and young women are not cancerous. Most ovarian cysts do not cause significant symptoms and resolve spontaneously.
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This Helping Hand™ highlights ovarian neoplasm, which is an abnormal growth of cells in the ovary. It can be benign or malignant. Symptoms include abdominal bloating, weight loss, and fatigue. Treatment usually involves surgery and chemotherapy.
Learn MoreOveractive Let-Down
Many nursing mothers worry that their babies aren't getting enough milk. But what if the opposite is true? Here's what you can do to make sure you aren't overwhelming your baby during feeding time.
Learn MoreOveruse Injuries
Detailed information on overuse injuries in children, including jumper's knee, patellar tendonitis, little leaguers' elbow or shoulder, and more.
Learn MoreOverview of Blood and Blood Components
Blood is the life-maintaining fluid that circulates through the entire body. Learn about the components of blood.
Learn MoreOverview of Craniofacial Anomalies
Detailed information on craniofacial anomalies, including cleft lip, cleft palate, craniosynostosis, hemifacial microsomia, vascular malformation, hemangioma, and deformational plagiocephaly
Learn MoreOverview of Diabetes Mellitus
Diabetes occurs when not enough insulin is made, or when the body is unable to use the insulin that is made. The three main types of diabetes are type 1, type 2, and gestational diabetes.
Learn MoreOverview of Kidney Disorders in Children
Learn about kidney disorders in children and what causes them.
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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.