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Well-Baby Visits: 4 Months and 6 Months
Learn what to expect at your baby's 4 and 6 month well visit appointments.
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Genome Sequencing
Your child’s doctor has recommended a genetic test called genome sequencing (GS). This test looks for changes in DNA that could cause or contribute to a medical condition. About Your Genetics Our bodies are made up of billions of building blocks called cells. Each cell contains DNA.
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Exercises: Upper Extremities (Active)
Active exercises help keep your joints and muscles from tightening up and becoming weaker. Your exercise program is planned for your specific needs because not all your muscles have the same degree of strength or weakness. The goal of active exercise is to keep your muscles strong and flexible.
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Kidney Shields
Kidney shields are custom made to protect your child’s kidneys during sports and activities. They can be used for healthy kidneys or a new transplanted kidney.
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Lead Poisoning: Chelation Therapy
Some children with severe lead poisoning may need a medicine to help remove lead from their blood. Using medicine to take lead out of the blood is called chelation.
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Getting a Cochlear Implant
A cochlear (KOE-klee-er) implant is a device worn on the outside of the ear. It is for people with more severe hearing losses. It takes sounds from the environment, turns them into electrical signals, and sends them to the brain. Cochlear implants are different than hearing aids.
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Gallbladder Removal (Cholecystectomy)
The gallbladder is a small, pear-shaped organ on the right side of the belly (abdomen). Gallbladder problems can be caused by gallstones. The surgery to remove the gallbladder is called a cholecystectomy.
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Mandibular Distraction Osteogenesis
Mandibular Distraction Osteogenesis (MDO) is a surgery done for infants with Pierre Robin sequence. MDO lengthens the jaw to help open the airway so the baby can breathe safely and comfortably on their own.
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Birth Control Non Hormonal IUD
The non-hormonal copper intrauterine device (IUD) is a small, T-shaped plastic device wrapped in copper with two strings attached. The copper IUD slowly releases copper into the uterus preventing sperm from fertilizing an egg. The copper IUD does not have any hormones.
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Getting Ready for Surgery Center for Colorectal and Pelvic Reconstruction (CCPR)
Learn more about what to expect when getting ready for surgery at the Center for Colorectal and Pelvic Reconstruction.