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What is Primary Ciliary Dyskinesia?

PCD is a genetic condition caused by a mutation (change) in any one of 32 genes that researchers have identified (so far). Because PCD is genetic, ...

Tips to Prevent Poisoning in The Home

Poison control centers across the country get more than two million calls a year about potential exposure to poisons.

What is a PKU Test?

A health care worker at the hospital will take a blood sample no earlier than 24 hours after your baby is born. The test measures the amount of Phe...

What is Nursemaid's Elbow?

Nursemaid's elbow can happen if you tug or pull on a child's lower arm or hand, especially if the arm is twisted. The most common cause of nursemai...

What is Noonan Syndrome?

Noonan syndrome is a rare genetic disorder. Your doctor might also suspect Noonan syndrome if you have abnormal results on a specialized prenatal t...

Mucopolysaccharidosis I (MPS I)

If you get one normal gene and one 'bad' gene, you won't have symptoms of MPS I. Many babies with MPS I don't show any signs of the disease at firs...

Overview of Meningococcal Meningitis

Meningococcal meningitis is a rare but serious bacterial infection. Meningococcal bacteria may cause infection in a part of the body -- the skin, g...

Healthy Eating Habits for Your Child

Children should never be placed on a restrictive diet to lose weight unless a doctor supervises one for medical reasons.

Inherited Lipodystrophy

Lipodystrophy is a problem with the way your body uses and stores fat. The condition can also make fat build up in places it shouldn't, like the bl...

If Your Child Gets a UTI

Some kids have a problem with their bladder or kidneys that makes them more likely to get UTIs. Narrowing in the urinary tract can block urine flow...

Hunter Syndrome (MPS II)

Hunter syndrome, also called mucopolysaccharidosis II or MPS II, is a rare disease that's passed on in families. It's possible -- but very, very un...

How Do Doctors Diagnose Cystic Fibrosis?

Doctors use many different tests to confirm that you or a loved one has cystic fibrosis (CF). A “sweat test” is thought to be the most reliable way...