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Bronchiolitis
Infection in the small airways of the lungs is common in young kids and babies. Symptoms may include coughing, wheezing and trouble breathing.
Dry skin
Learn more about the causes of and self-care tips for a common flaky skin condition that tends to be temporary or seasonal but may become a lifelong problem.
Rheumatic fever
Learn about this complication of strep throat and scarlet fever and what you can do to prevent it.
Peripheral nerve tumors
Learn about these growths that form in or near nerves connecting to the spinal cord. Surgery is the most common treatment.
Congenital adrenal hyperplasia
This group of inherited genetic conditions limits the adrenal glands' ability to make certain vital hormones.
Vaginal agenesis
In this rare condition that occurs before birth, the vagina doesn't develop and the uterus may only develop partially or not at all. Learn about treatment.
Atrial septal defect (ASD)
This heart problem that is present at birth causes a hole between the heart's upper chambers. It can be treated.
Mayo Clinic Minute: Are you keeping your child as safe as possible in the car?
Find out how long to use a rear-facing car seat and how it can protect your child.
Arteriovenous malformation
In this condition, a tangle of blood vessels affects the flow of blood and oxygen. Treatment can help.
Wolff-Parkinson-White (WPW) syndrome
This heart condition present at birth causes a fast heartbeat. Rarely, it can cause sudden cardiac death. Know the symptoms and how it's treated.
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