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Klippel-Trenaunay syndrome
Main signs of this congenital disorder involve a red birthmark (port-wine stain), vein malformations, and overgrowth of tissues and bones.
Spina bifida
Learn about this condition in which an unborn baby's spine and spinal cord don't form properly. Surgery during pregnancy may be a treatment option.
Tongue-tie (ankyloglossia)
With tongue-tie (ankyloglossia), a band of tissue (frenulum) tethers the tongue, restricting the range of motion. Learn about symptoms and treatment.
Pulmonary atresia with intact ventricular septum
Also called PA/IVS, this rare congenital heart defect is diagnosed at or shortly after birth. Learn the symptoms and how it's treated.
Pulmonary atresia with ventricular septal defect
This congenital heart defect affects the valve between the heart and lungs and includes a hole in the heart. Learn the symptoms and how it’s treated.
Iron deficiency in children: Prevention tips for parents
Learn how much of this key mineral your child needs and what the health risks of not getting enough are.
Living wills and advance directives for medical decisions
Living wills and other advance directives describe your treatment preferences in end-of-life situations when you can't speak for yourself.
Inherited metabolic disorders
Caused by gene changes, these disorders affect the body's ability to change food into energy. They also affect how energy is used, such as for cell repair.
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