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Toddler's Fracture

A toddler’s fracture is a common fracture in the tibia bone (large bone in the lower leg) of children usually younger than 6 years old. It is most common in children in the early years of walking.

Tracheomalacia

In this Helping Hand™document, we discuss tracheomalacia, which is when the walls of a child’s windpipe (trachea) collapse. If the collapsed part of the windpipe goes past the area where it branches off into the two lungs, it is called bronchomalacia. This causes noisy or difficult breathing.

Ringworm of the Scalp (Tinea Capitis)

Tinea capitis (TIN-ee-uh CAP-i-tis) is an infection of the scalp which is caused by a fungus. It is also called ringworm.

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Tracheomalacia (Primary and Secondary)

Tracheomalacia is characterized by collapse of the walls of the windpipe (trachea). If the collapse is due to weakness of the cartilage in the tracheal wall, it is called primary tracheomalacia. If it's due to compression by a structure outside of the windpipe, it is called secondary tracheomalacia.

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Tonsillitis

Tonsillitis refers to inflammation or infection of the tonsils. Treatment of tonsillitis typically requires a course of antibiotics.

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Straddle Injury/Genital Trauma

A straddle injury (genital trauma) occurs when a female hits the vulva or perineum (external female genitalia) on an object and the force generated by the weight of her body causes an injury. This can occur during a fall or accident.

Ulnar Collateral Ligament (UCL) Injury

The ulnar collateral ligament (UCL) is located on the inside of the elbow. Ligaments are tissues that hold the bones together. The upper arm bone (humerus) is attached to a bone in the forearm (ulna) by the UCL (Picture 1). This ligament can be injured by being stretched or torn.

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Vaginal Atresia

Vaginal atresia is a condition a child is born with. The vagina might not be formed completely, meaning it is closed or absent. Treatment includes dilators or surgery.

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Tympanic Membrane Perforation

Tympanic membrane perforation can be suspected with a history of ear trauma, ear tubes, frequent ear drainage or hearing loss.