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Posted by: Karen A. Diefenbach, MD on Sep 02, 2025

Noticing a bulge near your baby’s belly button? It may be an umbilical hernia: a common condition in infants that usually heals on its own. Learn what to watch for, when to call the doctor, and how surgery can help if the hernia doesn’t resolve.

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Burn Injuries: When Should You See a Doctor?
Burns can be painful and frightening, but knowing how to respond can make all the difference. Learn how to treat minor burns at home, when to seek medical care, and what to expect from a visit to a burn clinic. Get the facts to protect your child and support their healing.
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Medical Considerations While Fasting

People practice fasting for various reasons, including spiritual, personal or health reasons. The length of time for fasting can vary based on a person’s individual goals, or the fast may be an established timeline for a religious observation.

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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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NPO: What Can Kids Eat and Drink Before Surgery?

Aug 21, 2024

Learn more about what your child can eat and drink before surgery. Read More

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Pediatric Spinal Anesthesia: An Alternative to “Going Under”

Apr 23, 2024

Spinal anesthesia is an alternative to general anesthesia, which allows your child to undergo their surgery without being put into a drug-induced sleep. Read More

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Spasticity: How to Treat Muscle Tightness and Pain

Nov 28, 2023

Spasticity is a muscle control disorder. It causes tight or stiff muscles and an inability for people to control certain muscles. This can make it hard to walk, get dressed or even speak. Read More

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What Can Kids Eat Before and After Surgery?

Oct 04, 2023

Preparing your child to have surgery can be a stressful time. Having information about what to expect before and after surgery can help alleviate some of this stress. Read More

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Vaginal Agenesis: What Is It?

May 18, 2023

Agenesis is a medical word that means a body part never formed before birth. The term vaginal agenesis means that the female does not have a vagina because it never formed. Vaginal agenesis affects about one in every 5,000 females. Read More

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Common Breast Disorders in Adolescents

Dec 02, 2022

Adolescence can be a challenging time for teenagers. During that time, their bodies grow and change. One common area of change in teenagers is the chest area. These changes may include macromastia, asymmetric breasts or gynecomastia. Read More

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Lawnmowers: 5 Tips to Keep Your Children Safe

Jun 20, 2022

In the spring and summer, you often hear the familiar humming sound of lawnmowers. These common machines that are used multiple times each week by teenagers and adults present a danger to children. Learn more about how to prevent these injuries. Read More

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Why I Became a Pediatric Surgical Oncologist

Nov 29, 2021

Dr. Jennie Aldrink tells her story of how she became a part of the pediatric cancer center and helped develop Nationwide Children's Hospital's pediatric surgical oncology clinic. Read More