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Posted by: Vidya Sivaraman, MD , Madison Hoenle on Oct 28, 2025

Lupus care is a team effort. From rheumatologists to social workers, learn how experts — and families — work together to help children manage lupus and thrive.

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Scoliosis: Is the Curve in Your Child's Spine Normal?
Scoliosis is defined as curvature in the spine greater than 10 degrees. Scoliosis is a relatively common condition that causes the spine to curve and rotate into a C or S shape instead of a straight line.
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Lupus: Frequently Asked Questions
There are different types of lupus: skin only, systemic (affecting multiple organs), drug induced.

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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.

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Debunking Diabetes Myths

Dec 19, 2014

If your child has been diagnosed with diabetes, you may be wondering what it will be like to manage the condition. Managing and monitoring diabetes is an important and ongoing process that is in the best interest of your child. Read More

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7 Myths and Facts about Celiac Disease

Nov 12, 2014

Here are some common misconceptions about celiac disease and the facts behind this often misunderstood diagnosis. Read More

Myth Busting: Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy to Treat Cerebral Palsy

Nov 03, 2014

Hyperbaric oxygen therapy (HBOT) is the use of oxygen at concentrations and pressures higher than those in daily life as a form of treatment for a health problem. HBOT has also been proposed for cerebral palsy. Read More

Myths About Adult Congenital Heart Disease

Oct 16, 2014

If you’re a teen or adult who had congenital heart disease (CHD), or a heart defect, as a child, you will need lifelong care to lead a full and healthy life. Read More

5 Ebola Facts We Want You To Know

Oct 15, 2014

Here at Nationwide Children’s, you will be seeing signs asking families to notify the receptionist immediately if within the past 21 days you have traveled to Guinea, Liberia or Sierra Leone or if you have had contact with someone suspected to have Ebola AND have any of the symptoms. Read More

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Enterovirus D68: Learn the Facts

Sep 09, 2014

Runny nose, cough and congestion are sweeping across central Ohio. You know this because you’ve seen it in the news, on social media feeds, and (if you’re like me) in your own home. It happens this time every year. Read More

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Why We Talk about Poop for a Peeing Problem

Jul 21, 2014

Is your child urgently running to the bathroom and having urinary accidents? Is your child experiencing urinary tract infections (UTIs) or pain with urination? Urinary problems and UTIs occur in many children and can affect family, social and school life. Read More

Homemade Baby Food: The Danger of Botulism

Jul 16, 2014

Botulism is a disease caused by the bacteria Clostridium botulinum. This bacteria produces a substance called botulinum toxin, which works at the cellular level, causing muscle paralysis. Read More