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Abdominal / Duplication Cysts

Abdominal cyst is a general term used to describe a rare, congenital birth defect that causes an irregular mass of tissue to grow in a baby’s abdomen. Growths can appear anywhere along the gastrointestinal tract or reproductive organs like the ovaries. Surgery is the most common treatment for cysts.

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Talking to Kids About Politics

With the negativity and divisiveness in our current political climate, your kids are counting on you to help them understand the many images, messages, and actions that are occurring all around them.  Here’s how you can help.  

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Monitoring Blood Glucose

Be informed about diabetes. Read this chapter to learn how to properly monitor your blood glucose. 

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Treatment

There is no cure for Cerebral Palsy, but many treatments can reduce the effects of CP and also help children learn ways to adapt.

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Medical Evaluation

Learn more about how hearing loss is evaluated.

Osteochondritis Dissecans (OCD)

Osteochondritis Dissecans (OCD) is a condition that develops in the joints, most often in children and adolescents. OCD lesions can develop when the area of bone beneath the cartilage is injured. In children, they are most often found in the knee and elbow. They may also be found in the talus bone in the ankle.

Febrile Seizures

In some children, fever of 100.4˚ F or higher can bring on a seizure or a convulsion called febrile seizures. febrile seizures usually do not last long and do not cause brain damage, learning disabilities or epilepsy.

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Growing Pains: How to Help

Here are some common questions about growing pains, how to help your child through them, and when it may be time to see your pediatrician.

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Tonsillectomy and Adenoidectomy Recovery Tips

Here are some things to look out for and steps to take to help your child recover from adenoid and tonsil surgery at Nationwide Children's Hospital.