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Childhood asthma
The lungs and airways of children with asthma become inflamed, interfering with daily activities. Some children can have dangerous attacks.
Hirschsprung's disease
This digestive disorder that's present at birth affects the nerves in the colon. It causes severe constipation but can be treated.
Ear infection (middle ear)
These usually get better on their own, but sometimes medicine is needed. Find out more about how doctors diagnose and treat this common ear condition.
Severe acute respiratory syndrome (SARS)
Learn about this contagious and sometimes fatal respiratory illness. The last known infection was reported in 2004.
Ruptured eardrum (perforated eardrum)
A ruptured eardrum is a hole or tear in your eardrum, the thin tissue that separates your ear canal from your middle ear.
Diphtheria
This rare but serious bacterial infection can cause organ damage and breathing problems. This disease is often treatable but is also preventable with a vaccine.
Rickets
Learn what can cause this bone-softening disease in children and how supplements may prevent or treat the condition.
Priapism
Understand the symptoms, possible causes and treatment of prolonged erection of the penis, including when to seek emergency care.
Headaches in children
Find out more about headaches in children, which may or may not be serious. They can often be managed with medications and healthy habits.
Impetigo
Learn about the symptoms, causes and treatment of this highly contagious bacterial skin infection common in infants and young children.
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