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Posted by: Gregory D. Pearson, MD on Sep 29, 2026

Ear differences like prominent ears, microtia and skin tags can leave families with questions about hearing and treatment. Learn when these conditions may affect hearing, what surgical and non-surgical options are available, and what to consider when deciding on care.

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Tissue Expansion: How it Can Help Repair Damaged Skin
Tissue expansion is a way for doctors to stretch skin so that the body’s own tissue can be used to repair skin-related damage and other conditions.
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Cleft Lip and Palate: Causes, Diagnosis and Treatment
Cleft lip and cleft palate are common birth differences that can affect more than appearance. Learn what causes clefts, how they may impact feeding, speech and hearing, and how a multidisciplinary care team supports children from infancy through early adulthood.

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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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Brachial Birth Injuries: What You Need to Know

Brachial Birth Injuries: What You Need to Know

Sep 04, 2026

Each year during the delivery process, about one out of 1,000 babies sustain injury to a network of nerves in their neck called the brachial plexus. Here are the most common questions the experts at our Brachial Plexus Program hear from parents. Read More

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Nasal Speech: What Parents Need to Know

Aug 13, 2026

Does your child’s speech sound unusually nasal or seem difficult to understand? Learn how velopharyngeal dysfunction (VPD) can affect speech and airflow, what may cause it, and how specialized care, surgery, and speech therapy can help. Read More

Feeding an Infant with Cleft Lip and Palate

Feeding an Infant with Cleft Lip and Palate

Aug 05, 2026

Feeding a newborn baby is one of the first joys, or potential challenges, when welcoming a new bundle of joy into the family. For infants with cleft lip and/or palate, feeding is often a significant hurdle to overcome. Read More

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Hemangiomas: What Are They and How Are They Treated?

Jan 23, 2026

A hemangioma is a benign tumor of blood vessels. It usually appears around 2-4 weeks of age as a small red-pink patch. It then grows rapidly for 5-6 months and continues to grow slowly until 1 year of age. Read More

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Lymphedema in Kids: What Parents Need to Know

Nov 09, 2023

As a microsurgeon and assistant professor at The Ohio State University and Nationwide Children’s Hospital, I know that lymphedema affects more children and teens than you might expect. Here are common questions about this condition. Read More

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Acute Flaccid Myelitis: A New Treatment Option for AFM

Aug 15, 2019

Acute flaccid myelitis, or AFM, is a serious condition that affects the nervous system, causing weakness and paralysis in muscles. Thankfully, new treatments are being studied as doctors and scientists are learning more about AFM. Read More

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Thumb Surgery: How Hand Surgeons Can Build a Thumb

Jul 23, 2019

As a hand surgeon who works specifically on kid-specific hand and arm issues, I get the chance to build a more functional thumb that they can use for the rest of their lives. Read More

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Craniofacial Differences: Teaching Kids How to Respond to Bullies

Dec 19, 2018

While teasing and bullying are concerns for all parents, children with craniofacial conditions may be especially vulnerable because of the visibility of their facial appearance differences and speech or learning. Learn about some practical strategies that parents can use to support their child’s confidence in social situations and help manage teasing and bullying. Read More