Children's health
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Mayo Clinic Minute: Why and when children should be vaccinated
Understand why children need vaccines.
Cervical mucus method for natural family planning
Normal vaginal discharge can give you clues about your fertility. Learn how to track changes in cervical mucus to predict when you may be more likely to get pregnant.
Mammary duct ectasia
Mammary duct ectasia is a noncancerous breast condition that affects the milk ducts. Learn the signs and symptoms and when treatment might be needed.
Placenta accreta
During pregnancy, if part of the placenta grows too far into the uterine wall, it can remain attached after childbirth, causing severe maternal blood loss.
Placental abruption
This uncommon pregnancy complication, in which the placenta separates from the wall of the uterus, can endanger both the mother and the baby.
Postpartum preeclampsia
Learn about this rare condition that's typically associated with pregnancy, but that can occur after delivery, too. Untreated, it can lead to serious complications.
Premenstrual syndrome (PMS)
Mood swings, cramps and irritability are just a few telltale clues that you're getting your period. Learn what you can do for PMS symptom relief.
Rett syndrome
This rare genetic disorder affects the way the brain develops, causing a progressive inability to use muscles for eye and body movements and language.
Video: Fetal ultrasound
Fetal ultrasound provides a glimpse of your developing baby.
Slide show: Vaginal tears in childbirth
Vaginal tears during childbirth are common. See illustrations of various degrees of vaginal tears and treatment tips.
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