A congenital portosystemic shunt (CPSS) is a rare condition that changes how blood flows through a child’s liver. Learn the signs and symptoms, how doctors diagnose and treat CPSS, and why early detection can improve long-term health and development.
Learn how to identify, treat and prevent head lice in children. Discover common symptoms, effective treatment options, school guidance and when to contact your child's healthcare provider.
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700 Children’s® features the most current pediatric health care information and research from our pediatric experts – physicians and specialists who have seen it all. Many of them are parents and bring a special understanding to what our patients and families experience. If you have a child – or care for a child – 700 Children’s was created especially for you.
UTIs are common in children and can be painful, but they’re often easy to treat when caught early. Learn the symptoms to watch for, simple habits that can help prevent infections, and when it’s time to see a pediatric urologist for further evaluation. Read More
Hepatitis A is a virus that can cause acute inflammation of the liver. It is a vaccine-preventable infection. Before the introduction of routine childhood immunization with the hepatitis A vaccine, infections most commonly occurred in school-aged children. Read More
Headache, vomiting, dizziness – sounds like the flu, right? It could be but these are also symptoms of something much more serious: carbon monoxide poisoning. Read More
According to a report of the National Survey on Children’s Health, 1 in 14 youth in the U.S. will have an incarcerated parent at some point during their childhood. This means you or your family probably know a child with an incarcerated parent. Read More
Biliary atresia is a rare but serious liver condition that affects babies in the first weeks of life. Learn the early warning signs, why prompt diagnosis is critical, how the Kasai procedure helps restore bile flow, and what families can expect from long-term care and treatment. Read More
Caffeine products are evolving rapidly, and one of the newest trends parents should know about is caffeine pouches. As these products become more widely available, it's important for families to understand what they are, the risks they pose, and how to keep children safe. Read More
Histoplasmosis is a fungal infection that’s especially common in the Ohio River Valley. Learn how children are exposed, which symptoms to watch for, who is at higher risk for serious illness, and when to seek medical care. Read More
Many people associate back pain with the adult and elderly population. As it turns out, back pain in children and adolescents is common, and can be a real stressor to children and parents alike. Low back pain can prevent kids and teens from important daily activities such as carrying a book bag, participating in sports, and enjoying other activities that bring them joy. Read More