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What is a lung nodule? A lung nodule is a small “spot” in the lungs, seen when imaging tests are done. You can have one or several of them. Most…

Living with a rheumatic disease A child living with a rheumatic disease does not necessarily have to live a limited lifestyle. All the members of the family are affected by…

What is estrogen? Estrogen is a kind of hormone that has an important role in the health of females. There are 3 types of estrogen: estrone, estradiol, and estriol. They…

What is diabetes mellitus? Diabetes occurs when your body does not make enough insulin. Or when your body can’t use the insulin that’s made. Diabetes is called a metabolic disorder…

What are night terrors? A night terror is a partial waking from sleep with behaviors such as screaming, kicking, panic, sleep walking, thrashing, or mumbling. They are harmless, and each…

What are chalazions in children? A chalazion is a slow-growing, painless lump in the eyelid that forms because of the blockage and swelling of an oil gland. It’s more common in…

What is VWD? Von Willebrand disease (VWD) is an inherited disorder that affects the blood’s ability to clot. What causes VWD? VWD is almost always inherited. This means it is…

What are dislocations in children? A dislocation is a joint injury. It occurs when the ends of 2 connected bones come apart. It’s not common in younger children. This is…

What is Graves disease in a newborn? Graves disease is an autoimmune disease. The immune system normally protects the body from germs with chemicals called antibodies. But with an autoimmune…

What is esophagitis? Esophagitis is when the lining of your esophagus becomes irritated and inflamed. The esophagus is the tube that connects the back of your throat to your stomach.…