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Dehydration

There are many reasons why children can get dried out or dehydrated. A child can lose too much liquid from the body from diarrhea, vomiting or fever. If the child has mouth sores or a bellyache, they may refuse to drink enough. Babies and younger children are at greater risk.

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Dental: Oral Sedation

Sedation can help your child feel less anxious, nervous or afraid, be more comfortable and stay still during the procedure.

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How to Talk with Your Kids About Puberty

When kids are toddlers or preschoolers, they start asking questions about their bodies – and even yours. If you start early and talk to them often, then talking about puberty when they get older will be a lot easier.

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Letters from Leadership

We are so glad you are interested in our General Pediatrics Residency program. We encourage you to take a moment to read messages from our pediatrics chair, program director and 2024-2025 chief residents, all of whom share a little more about residency life, training and the possibilities open to

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Seizure Information for Parents

Your child had a seizure. What do you do now? Learn more about safety, treatment and tips on living with seizures and epilepsy. 

Hemophilia

Hemophilia is an inherited blood disorder. In hemophilia, a blood clotting factor is missing. In Hemophilia A, Factor VIII (8) is missing. In Hemophilia B, Factor IX (9) is missing. Without these factors, blood will not clot well. People with hemophilia are born with the disorder. It is not contagious.

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Nasogastric Tubes (Insertion and Feeding)

Feeding tubes are often used for babies and young children who are not able to take in enough calories by mouth. If the tube is placed through the nose into the stomach, it is called a nasogastric tube (NG tube).

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Cecostomy Tube

A cecostomy tube is also called a C-tube. It is a non-latex tube or catheter placed in the first part of the large intestine, also called the cecum. A procedure called an irrigation is done to provide a comfortable, convenient way to clean out the bowel.

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Pancreas and Liver Care Center

Families from across the country and around the world come to the Pancreas and Liver Care Center. As a national destination for pancreas care, the team also offers surgical expertise for genetic conditions or liver abnormalities, specialty services for complex liver conditions and advanced surgical options for patients who need liver transplants.