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Progeria
This genetic disorder is extremely rare and progressive. It causes children to age rapidly, beginning in their first two years of life.
Niemann-Pick disease
A condition passed down in families that affects how the body breaks down and uses fats. Fat buildup in cells damages the nerves, brain and other organs.
Hydrocele
Find out more about the symptoms, causes and treatments for this swelling in the scrotum.
Partial anomalous pulmonary venous return
In this heart problem present at birth, some of the blood vessels of the lungs connect to the wrong places in the heart. Learn when treatment is needed.
Reye's syndrome
Learn more about the causes and treatment of Reye's syndrome, a rare but serious condition causing swelling in the liver and brain.
Congenital adrenal hyperplasia
This group of inherited genetic conditions limits the adrenal glands' ability to make certain vital hormones.
Ehlers-Danlos syndrome
Learn about these complex genetic disorders that cause problems with connective tissue in the skin, joints and blood vessel walls.
Epiglottitis
A blocked windpipe needs prompt treatment.
Broken collarbone
This common injury is usually the result of falling, playing sports or being in a traffic accident.
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.
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