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What is cervicitis? Cervicitis is an irritation or infection of the cervix. There are different germs that can cause it. The symptoms may start quickly and be severe. Or it…

What is Emery-Dreifuss muscular dystrophy in children? Emery-Dreifuss muscular dystrophy (EDMD) is one of the muscular dystrophies. These are a group of rare, inherited muscle diseases (myopathies). EDMD causes weakness…

What is bronchopulmonary dysplasia in premature babies? Bronchopulmonary dysplasia (BPD) is the general term for long-term breathing problems in premature babies. It is also called bronchopulmonary dysplasia (BPD)chronic lung disease. What…

What is most stressful about surgery for a teen? Teens like to actively participate in deciding what happens to them. This includes the kind of care they get. Parents need…

What is medial epicondylitis? Medial epicondylitis is also known as golfer elbow, baseball elbow, suitcase elbow, or forehand tennis elbow. It causes pain from the elbow to the wrist on…

What part about surgery is most stressful for a toddler? Toddlers can benefit from preoperative planning, education, and explanations. This should take place 1 or 2 days before surgery since…

If your child needs unplanned surgery If your child needs emergency surgery, there is limited time to prepare yourself and your child. The news can be a total surprise. The…

What is PM&R? Physical medicine and rehabilitation (PM&R) is also called physiatry. It is a medical specialty that focuses on restoring function for a person who has been disabled due…

What is ovulation? When a young woman reaches puberty, she starts to ovulate. This is when a mature egg or ovum is released from one of the ovaries. The ovaries…

What is the nervous system? The nervous system is a complex system that controls and coordinates body activities. It’s made up of 2 main divisions: The main organs of the…