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Distal Radius Buckle (Torus) Fracture
A distal radius buckle (torus) fracture causes one side of the bone to bend but does not actually break through the bone. It is an incomplete fracture that normally heals within 1 month.
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Embryonal Tumor with Multilayered Rosettes (ETMR)
If you are worried about your child’s symptoms or development, reach out to a physician. The sooner your child is diagnosed, the better the chances are of survival.
Trichomonas: Expedited Partner Therapy
If partner was diagnosed with trichomonas, a sexually transmitted infection (STI), you may also be infected and should be treated. This infection is serious but can be cured with antibiotics.
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Enlarged Tonsils
The function of the tonsils is to help identify and fight infections caused by viruses or bacteria. They can cause problems if they are enlarged or become infected.
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Enlarged Adenoid
The adenoid is a structure located at the junction of the nose and throat (nasopharynx) that functions in the immune system. Adenoids sometimes become enlarged during childhood and the increased size may cause problems.
Intussusception (Outpatient)
Intussusception is a blockage of the intestines. It happens when one part of the intestine folds into another part. Signs of intussusception include pain in the abdomen (stomach) that comes and goes, or comes on suddenly. Many intussusceptions are fixed with an air enema but some require surgery.
Intussusception (Inpatient)
Intussusception is a blockage of the intestines. It happens when one part of the intestine folds into another part. Signs of intussusception include pain in the abdomen (stomach) that comes and goes, or comes on suddenly. Many intussusceptions are fixed with an air enema but some require surgery.
Increased Intracranial Pressure
Increased intracranial pressure (ICP) means greater than normal pressure on the brain. It results from a greater volume of fluid or swelling of the brain. Call 911 if your child loses consciousness or has convulsions (seizures) lasting longer than 5 minutes.
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Lymphoma
Lymphoma is cancer which arises in the lymph system, the body’s circulatory network for filtering out impurities. There are two broad varieties, Hodgkin’s disease, and Non-Hodgkin’s lymphoma.