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Gynecomastia

This Helping Hand™ is about gynecomastia and explains what it is, how it is treated and what the symptoms are.

Polydactyly

Polydactyly refers to extra fingers or toes that are present at birth. Polydactyly usually is genetic. These extra digits can be made up of one or more of the following: Skin, soft tissue and bone with joint, ligament, and tendon.

Kawasaki Disease

Kawasaki Disease is the most common cause of acquired heart disease in the United States and Japan. The disease can cause blood vessels to become inflamed or swollen throughout the body. It is more common in boys and in Asians and Asian-Americans.

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Helicobacter Pylori

H. pylori is a very common bacteria that infects the stomach. It may not show many signs or symptoms. 

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Polycystic Kidney Disease

Learn about the two different types of Polycystic Kidney Disease.

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Buccal Medicines: Giving Buccal Medicines

A buccal medicine is a medicine given between the gums and the inner lining of the mouth cheek.  

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Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR): Infants

This Helping Hand™ is a guide to general CPR for infants. It is not intended to be used as training material or in place of formal CPR training. 

Anorectal Malformation (ARM) or Imperforate Anus: Male

In this Helping Hand™ document, we discuss the symptoms and treatment of anorectal malformations (imperforate anus) in males. Different types of ARMs include perineal fistula, rectourethral fistula, cloaca and no fistula. Young boys may be at risk for urology, spine and sacrum problems.

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Dry Skin Care

How to care for you child's dry skin.