Adenoids are located behind the nose on the back wall of the nasal cavity. Find out about the signs and symptoms of enlarged adenoids and what you can do to help.
Tonsils and adenoids may be removed if they become enlarged. Read about surgery to remove tonsils and adenoids and how to help your child recover.
Sleep apnea is a condition that affects a child's breathing while they are sleeping. Learn about the causes, symptoms and diagnosis.
Learn about what can cause dark circles under your child's eyes.
Children undergoing an adenoidectomy with obstructive sleep apnea require extra attention following surgery. Read about adenoidectomy and recovery.
Children may have their adenoids removed to relieve pressure or reduce infections. Learn about adenoid surgery and recovery following adenoid surgery.
If tonsils become enlarged and cause obstructive sleep apnea, they may be surgically removed. Read about tonsillectomy.
Mononucleosis, or mono, is a type of viral infection. Learn about signs and symptoms and how to take care of your child at home.
Learn about the signs and symptoms of acute lymphoblastic leukemia (ALL), which can cause physical and neurological changes in your child.
A sore throat is usually a symptom of an illness. Learn possible causes, how long it lasts, and how to take care of your child.
Information about the symptoms, causes, diagnosis and treatment of periodic fever adenitis pharyngitis aphthous ulcer (PFAPA) syndrome.
Otitis media is a middle ear infection caused by a backup of fluid behind the eardrum. Learn the causes, symptoms, prevention and treatment of otitis media.
Find information about common problems such as ear infections, strep throat, croup and nosebleeds. Also learn about cochlear implants, choanal atresia, adenoid surgery and tonsillectomy.
Learn about hereditary spherocytosis, how it is diagnosed, treated, and what the potential complications are for people living with the condition.
Learn about veno-occlusive disease, which is an uncommon complication after blood and marrow transplant.
Read about sudden cardiac death. It occurs both in people who have a diagnosed heart condition, and in those that never show symptoms and are undiagnosed.
Learn what meconium is and why it is important that your baby pass their meconium in the first 24 hours of life.
Insulin resistance often accompanies polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS). Learn more about how PCOS can lead to the development of type 2 diabetes.
Learn about biliary atresia, a liver disease in babies, and the new screening program that is used to help identify babies with biliary atresia earlier.
Hypothyroidism occurs when the thyroid does not make enough thyroid hormones. Find out how to diagnose and treat hypothyroidism.
Swollen lymph nodes occur when the body is fighting an infection. Learn how to identify swollen lymph nodes and care for your child.
Learn how to identify and treat different kinds of heart murmurs.
Sickle cell disease is an inherited blood disorder. Learn about the signs and symptoms, potential treatments and when to call 911.
