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Acanthosis Nigricans
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Acanthosis Nigricans

This Helping Hand™ discusses acanthosis nigricans (AN), which is a dark patch that appears on a child's neck, armpit, under the breast or a skin crease. It is usually a sign that the body is making extra insulin that it cannot use well.

Adnexal Cysts
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Adnexal Cysts

Adnexal cysts are fluid-filled structures that can develop in the fallopian tubes and ovaries. They are usually caused by hormonal stimulation or bleeding at the time of ovulation.

Avoidant/Restrictive Food Intake Disorder
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Avoidant/Restrictive Food Intake Disorder

Avoidant/restrictive food intake disorder (ARFID) is a mental health diagnosis that is characterized by extreme picky eating and little interest in, or fear of, food or eating.

Boxer's Fracture

Boxer's Fracture

This fracture in the hand is often caused by hitting something with a closed fist, thus the name Boxer’s Fracture. It is commonly seen in teenagers. The fracture will typically heal within 3 to 4 weeks from the date of injury.

Branchial Cleft Cyst/Sinus/Fistula

Branchial Cleft Cyst/Sinus/Fistula

During early prenatal development, gill-like structures (branchial) usually resorb but in rare circumstances, they may remain. These are referred to as branchial anomalies. They include branchial sinus, branchial fistula and branchial cyst. Branchial anomalies can be removed surgically.

Bartholin’s Cyst
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Bartholin’s Cyst

Girls have two Bartholin glands that are located just inside the opening of the vagina. The glands produce fluid that lubricates the vagina. A Bartholin gland cyst forms when the opening of the gland becomes blocked and the fluid cannot get out.

Autosomal Dominant Opitz G/BBB Syndrome

Autosomal Dominant Opitz G/BBB Syndrome

22q.11.2 deletion syndrome includes the autosomal dominant form of Opitz G/BBB Syndrome.

Clavicle Fracture

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.

Chest Physiotherapy (CPT) for Children and Adults
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Chest Physiotherapy (CPT) for Children and Adults

This Helping Hand™ explains how positioning, clapping, vibrating and huff-coughing can help clear mucus and ease breathing in children and adults.

Chylothorax
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Chylothorax

When lymphatic fluid (or lymph) collects around the chest wall and lungs, it can cause chest pain or make it hard to breathe. This condition is called chylothorax.

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