Conditions & Treatments

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    Inguinal Hernia

    As a male fetus grows and matures during pregnancy, the testicles develop in the abdomen and then move down into the scrotum through an area called the inguinal canal. Shortly after the baby is born, the inguinal canal closes, preventing the testicles from moving back ...

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    Insect Stings and Allergic Reactions

    Avoiding insect stings may not always be possible. However, knowing how to respond if your child has an allergic reaction from an insect sting may give you more peace of mind if there is an emergency. Insect stings that most commonly cause allergic reactions Insects ...

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    Intestinal Atresia

    If your child has intestinal atresia, it means that his/her intestines haven’t formed correctly. There may be areas of blockage that prevent nutrition from flowing through the digestive tract, or some sections may not be connected together. ...

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    Intestinal Duplication

    Intestinal duplication is a condition that consists of a group of congenital anomalies with the following 3 characteristics: ...

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    Intrauterine Growth Restriction (IUGR)

    Fetal growth restriction (FGR) is a condition in which an unborn baby (fetus) is smaller than expected for the number of weeks of pregnancy (gestational age). ...

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    Intraventricular Hemorrhage

    What is intraventricular hemorrhage in babies? Intraventricular hemorrhage (IVH) is bleeding inside or around the ventricles in the brain. The ventricles are the spaces in the brain that contain the cerebral spinal fluid. Bleeding in the brain can put pressure on the nerve cells and ...

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    Intussusception

    Overview Intussusception is a serious problem in the intestine. It occurs when 1 part of the intestine slides inside another part. The intestine then folds into itself like a telescope. This creates a blockage or obstruction. It stops food that is being digested from passing ...

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    Iron Deficiency Anemia

    Anemia is a common health problem in children. The most common cause of anemia is not getting enough iron. A child who is anemic does not have enough red blood cells or enough hemoglobin. Hemoglobin is a protein that lets red blood cells carry oxygen ...

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    Irritable Bowel Syndrome

    Your 12-year-old child seems healthy. During stressful situations, they complains of abdominal pain, bloating and diarrhea. ...

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