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What is a nosebleed in children? A nosebleed is bleeding from tissues inside the nose (nasal mucus membranes) caused by a broken blood vessel. The medical word for nosebleed is…

Children may get minor cuts and wounds to the outside part of the nose while playing, climbing, or joining in sports activities. Most of these injuries can be handled at home…

What is perimenopause? Perimenopause is the transitional time around menopause. Menopause is when a woman’s periods stop. It’s marked by changes in the menstrual cycle, along with other physical and…

Exercise is good for the body. And with the correct safety steps, sports injuries can often be prevented. The quality of protective equipment—padding, helmets, shoes, mouth guards—has helped to improve…

What is Ewing sarcoma in children? Ewing sarcoma is a rare type of cancer. It can affect a person of any age but it’s most common between ages 10 and 20. It…

What is Graves disease? Graves disease is a condition where the thyroid gland makes too much thyroid hormones. This is called hyperthyroidism or overactive thyroid. Graves disease is the most…

Lying and stealing are common, but inappropriate, behaviors in school-aged children. Some severe forms of these behaviors can be a sign of a more serious psychological problem. But most of…

What is an orthotist? An orthotist is a healthcare provider who makes and fits braces and splints (orthoses). These are made for people who need added support for certain body…

What is pregnancy loss? Pregnancy loss is the death of an unborn baby (fetus) at any time during pregnancy. Pregnancy loss may occur in as many as 1 in every…

What is pericarditis in children? Pericarditis is inflammation or infection of the pericardium. The pericardium is 2 thin membranes that surround the heart. Normally, there is a small amount of…