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Keratosis Pilaris

Keratosis pilaris is a dry skin type. It looks like dry, rough, small bumps that are flesh-colored or pink and can feel like sandpaper or chicken skin. It is not contagious and is usually not itchy. The most common areas for these bumps are on the back of the arms, front of the thighs and the face.

Clavicle Fracture

A clavicle fracture is common in children after a collision or fall onto the shoulder. Most clavicle fractures that occur in children can be treated without surgery.

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Aromatherapy: Essential Oils

This Helping Hand™ is about how to use essential oils for aromatherapy safely.

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Travel Bag for Trach Care

You will need a travel bag to take along every time you take your child out of the house.

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Body System: Cardiovascular

The heart is a very strong muscle that pumps oxygen-rich blood through the arteries to all parts of the body. Blood comes back to the heart through the veins. It is pumped to the lungs where it picks up oxygen.

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Genital Exam - Male (Pre- or Early Puberty)

An exam of your child's genitals is done to check for possible disease, injury or abnormality.

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High Fiber Diet

To have a well-balanced diet, it is very important for your child to eat 3 meals and 1 to 3 snacks each day. Pick foods rich in fiber to fill up your plate.

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Liver Injury

This Helping Hand™ is about liver injuries and discusses the grading system used to determine seriousness, treatment options and care at home.