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  • Causes Gout

    Too much uric acid or urate in the body forms crystals. These crystals get accumulated in the joints, causing symptoms like swelling, stiffness, and pain. The factors listed below may increase your chances of developing gout:  A family history of gout  Usage of alcohol  Increasing age- more common in older people   Gender- males  Obesity   Consuming…

  • Lazy Eye (Amblyopia)

    What Is a Lazy Eye? A lazy eye is when the vision of one of your eyes doesn’t develop the way it should. Doctors also call this amblyopia. Without treatment, your brain will learn to ignore the image that comes from the weaker eye. That could cause permanent vision problems. Signs of a Lazy Eye Amblyopia starts in childhood, usually between ages 6…

  • Overactive Bladder

    Overactive bladder can cause urinary incontinence, which is the involuntary release of urine. Children as well as adults can have an overactive bladder. Although each child is unique, most children are able to stay dry during the day by the age of 4 and through the night by 5 or 6..   What Are the Signs of Overactive Bladder in Children?…

  • Enuresis

    What Is Enuresis? Enuresis is more commonly known as bed-wetting. Nocturnal enuresis, or bed-wetting at night, is the most common type of elimination disorder. Daytime wetting is called diurnal enuresis. Some children experience either or a combination of both. This behavior may or may not be purposeful. The condition is not diagnosed unless the child…

  • Psoriasis

    If your child has psoriasis, there’s a lot you can do to help them learn how to manage symptoms and keep the skin condition from chipping away at their self-confidence. With the right approach, your support can show them the way to live and thrive with the disease. Help Your Child Accept It Even after the doctor explains…

  • Eczema

    Eczema can show up as crusty, flaky patches on your baby’s skin, often during their first few months. It’s common and treatable. Many infants outgrow it. Not sure if your baby’s itchy, irritated rash is eczema? Your doctor can tell you for sure. These questions and answers can help you understand what to look for. What Does Baby…

  • Juvenile Dermatomyositis

    Juvenile dermatomyositis (JDM) is a kind of arthritis that happens in kids. It’s a rare disease that causes inflammation and swelling of the muscles and blood vessels under the skin. It may also be called inflammatory myopathy. About 3,000 to 5,000 children in the United States have JDM. It most often affects kids ages 5 to 10. (In adults, it’s…

  • Hair Loss in Children

    Hair loss, or alopecia, isn’t just a problem for adults. Hair loss in children is responsible for an estimated 3% of pediatric office visits in the U.S. Whether your child has thinning hair or distinct bald spots, the loss of hair can be frightening. The good news is that, with a proper diagnosis, most cases of hair loss can be treated successfully.…

  • Type 2 Diabetes in Children

    Years ago, it was rare to hear about a child with type 2 diabetes. Doctors used to think kids only got type 1. It was even called juvenile diabetes for a long time. Not anymore. Now, according to the CDC, more than 208,000 people younger than 20 have diabetes. That number includes both type 1 and type 2…

  • Might My Child Have Type 1 Diabetes

    Every parent knows babies and small children sleep and drink a lot. But if your child is suddenly much drowsier or thirstier than usual, it could be a symptom of type 1 diabetes. It used to be called juvenile diabetes because most of the people who got it were young children. Your child could get type 1 diabetes as an infant, or later,…