What is pneumonia?  Pneumonia is an infection of the lung that causes fluid to collect in the air sacs (alveoli). Symptoms include: labored breathing...

What is an ankle sprain?  An ankle sprain is an injury to one or more ligaments in your ankle. Ligaments are strong bands of...

A splint is a device used for holding a part of the body stable to decrease pain and prevent further injury. Considerations After an...

Allergies in Children  You probably know a child who has asthma or allergies. Perhaps it is your own child. Asthma, hay fever, hives, and...

What is asthma? Asthma is a chronic (long-lasting) lung disease in which the lining of the airways of the lungs is often swollen or...

How can I tell if my child has broken a bone? Although the term fracture may sound serious, it is just another name for...

What is a burn? There are three types of burns: A first degree burn is reddened skin without blisters. It does not leave a...

What is a cold?  When your child has a cold, he often has a runny or stuffy nose. He may also have a fever,...

What is a cough? A cough is a common symptom of illness. Although coughs often sound bad, keep in mind that coughing is a...

What is diarrhea? Diarrhea is the passage of watery stools. What causes diarrhea? Most diarrhea in children is caused by one of several diarrhea-causing...

My Child Has An Earache and Now Has An Ear Infection! Have you or a friend you know ever awakened in the morning and...

Urinary tract infections (UTIs) are common in young children. UTIs may go untreated because the symptoms may not be obvious to the child or...