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Sports Medicine: Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome (PFS)

Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome is pain in the knee due to increased pressure between the kneecap and the thigh bone. Usually a result of poor alignment or sudden growth spurts, this pain may also come from an injury to the knee.

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Propranolol for Hemangiomas

Does your child have a Hemangioma? Learn more about how propranolol can be used to treat it.

Rotavirus

Rotavirus (ROE-tuh-vie-russ) is a contagious illness caused by a virus.

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Visiting the Emergency Room

When you know about emergency services at Nationwide Children's Hospital, you will be prepared if your child needs unexpected emergency medical care.

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Diarrhea

Diarrhea (loose, watery bowel movements) is a common problem in young children. It is usually caused by a virus. It can also be caused by bacteria, something that the child eats or drinks (like too much fruit juice) or starting a new medicine. It rarely means a child has a serious illness.

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Elevated Liver Enzymes

Elevated (too high) levels of liver enzymes are a warning sign that something might be harming the liver. Two of these enzymes are alanine aminotransferase (ALT) and aspartate aminotransferase (AST). Symptoms of elevated liver enzymes may include jaundice and swelling of the abdomen, arms or legs.

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What Types of Birth Control Are 99% Effective?

Parents are probably familiar with the birth control pill, but there are other options of birth control available for your teen that don’t have to be taken every day.

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Prednisone and Prednisolone

This Helping Hand™ explains how the medicines prednisone and prednisolone reduce swelling (inflammation) and help your immune system calm down. They're often used to treat things like asthma, allergies, arthritis, and other conditions.

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Important Facts to Know when Taking Opioids

Learn how to keep your child safe when they are taking or around opioids.