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» What is Vulvodynia?
By Institute of Child Health and Human Development | Published 07/23/2007 | Conditions Disabilities | Unrated

Vulvodynia is a term used to describe chronic pain or discomfort of the vulva.

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» What is a Vasectomy?
By Institute of Child Health and Human Development | Published 07/23/2007 | Medicine | Unrated

A vasectomy is a surgical procedure that makes a man sterile, or unable to get a woman pregnant.

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» What is Vaginitis?
By Institute of Child Health and Human Development | Published 07/23/2007 | Womens Health | Unrated

Vaginitis is a term for any infection or inflammation of the vagina.

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» What are Uterine Fibroids?
By Institute of Child Health and Human Development | Published 07/23/2007 | Womens Health | Unrated

Uterine fibroids are the most common, non-cancerous tumors in women of childbearing age.

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» Urinary Tract Infections (UTI)
By Institute of Child Health and Human Development | Published 07/23/2007 | Genitourinary Disorders | Unrated

A urinary tract infection is a common infection that is caused by bacteria in parts of the urinary tract, such as the kidneys, bladder, or urethra.

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» What is Turner Syndrome?
By Institute of Child Health and Human Development | Published 07/23/2007 | Genetic Disorders | Rating:

Turner syndrome is a disorder caused by a partially or completely missing X chromosome.

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» What is Tummy Time?
By Institute of Child Health and Human Development | Published 07/23/2007 | Babies | Rating:

Tummy Time means allowing for your baby to be on his or her stomach while the baby is awake and someone is watching.

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» What is a Stillbirth?
By Institute of Child Health and Human Development | Published 07/23/2007 | Pregnancy | Rating:

A stillbirth is the loss of pregnancy due to natural causes after the 20th week of pregnancy.

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» Sexually Transmitted Diseases (STDs)
By Institute of Child Health and Human Development | Published 07/23/2007 | Sexual Diseases | Rating:

STDs, also called sexually transmitted infections or STIs, are diseases that you get by having intimate sexual contact, that is having sex (vaginal, oral, or anal intercourse), with someone who already has the disease.

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» Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS)
By Institute of Child Health and Human Development | Published 07/23/2007 | Babies | Unrated

SIDS is the sudden, unexplained death of an infant younger than one year old.

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» What is Rett Syndrome?
By Institute of Child Health and Human Development | Published 07/23/2007 | Womens Health | Unrated

Rett syndrome is a neurological and developmental disorder that mostly occurs in females.

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» What is Puberty?
By Institute of Child Health and Human Development | Published 07/23/2007 | Kids Teens | Rating:

Puberty is the time in life when a person becomes sexually mature.

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» What is Primary Immunodeficiency?
By Institute of Child Health and Human Development | Published 07/23/2007 | Conditions Disabilities | Unrated

Primary immunodeficiency occurs when part of a person’s immune system is missing or does not work correctly.

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» Premature Ovarian Failure
By Institute of Child Health and Human Development | Published 07/22/2007 | Womens Health | Unrated

The term premature ovarian failure describes a stop in the normal functioning of the ovaries in a woman younger than age 40.

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» What is Precocious Puberty?
By Institute of Child Health and Human Development | Published 07/19/2007 | Kids Teens | Rating:

Precocious puberty is puberty that begins before age 8 years for girls and before age 9 years for boys.

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» What is Prader-Willi Syndrome?
By Institute of Child Health and Human Development | Published 07/19/2007 | Genetic Disorders | Rating:

Prader-Willi syndrome is the most common genetic cause of life-threatening obesity in children.

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» What is Positional Plagiocephaly?
By Institute of Child Health and Human Development | Published 07/19/2007 | Pediatrics | Rating:

Positional plagiocephaly (play-gee-oh-seff-a-lee) is the term used to describe a flattened or misshapen head that may result from crowding within the womb or from an infant being placed in the same position (such as on the back) for long periods of time.

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» Pituitary Tumors in Children
By Institute of Child Health and Human Development | Published 07/19/2007 | Endocrine Disorders | Rating:

The pituitary gland is a peanut-shaped gland in the brain, behind and between the eyes.

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» What is Pheochromocytoma?
By Institute of Child Health and Human Development | Published 07/19/2007 | Endocrine Disorders | Rating:

Pheochromocytoma (pronounced fee-oh-kro-mo-sigh-TOE-mah) is a rare tumor in part of the adrenal gland.

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» Phenylketonuria (PKU)
By Institute of Child Health and Human Development | Published 07/19/2007 | Metabolism | Unrated

Phenylketonuria (pronounced fee-nill-key-toe-NURR-ee-uh) or PKU is an inherited disorder of metabolism that can cause mental retardation if not treated.

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» What is Pelvic Pain?
By Institute of Child Health and Human Development | Published 07/19/2007 | Womens Health | Unrated

Pelvic pain is a general term that health care providers use to describe pain that occurs mostly or only in the lower abdomen area.

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» What are Pelvic Floor Disorders?
By Institute of Child Health and Human Development | Published 07/19/2007 | Womens Health | Unrated

The term “pelvic floor” refers to the group of muscles that form a sling or hammock across the opening of a woman’s pelvis.

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» Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS)
By Institute of Child Health and Human Development | Published 07/18/2007 | Womens Health | Unrated

PCOS is a condition in which a woman’s ovaries and, in some cases the adrenal glands, produce more androgens (a type of hormone) than normal.

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» Oral Health and Calcium
By Institute of Child Health and Human Development | Published 07/18/2007 | Mouth Dental Disorders | Unrated

Calcium is a mineral your body needs to help build strong bones and healthy teeth.

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» Neural Tube Defects (NTDs)
By Institute of Child Health and Human Development | Published 07/18/2007 | Babies | Unrated

Neural tube defects are birth defects of the brain and spinal cord.

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» What is a Miscarriage?
By Institute of Child Health and Human Development | Published 07/18/2007 | Pregnancy | Unrated

A miscarriage, sometimes called pregnancy loss, is the loss of pregnancy from natural causes before the 20th week of pregnancy.

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» Menstruation and the Menstrual Cycle
By Institute of Child Health and Human Development | Published 07/18/2007 | Menstruation Pain | Rating:

The menstrual cycle is the process by which a woman’s body gets ready for the chance of a pregnancy each month.

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» Menstrual Irregularities
By Institute of Child Health and Human Development | Published 07/18/2007 | Menstruation Pain | Unrated

The menstrual cycle is the process by which a woman’s body gets ready for the chance of a pregnancy each month.

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» What is Menopause?
By Institute of Child Health and Human Development | Published 07/18/2007 | Menopause | Unrated

Menopause refers to a natural stop in a woman’s menstrual period and fertility.

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» Menkes Syndrome
By Institute of Child Health and Human Development | Published 07/18/2007 | Genetic Disorders | Unrated

Menkes syndrome is a genetic disorder that impacts how well the body stores and distributes copper.

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» What is McCune-Albright Syndrome?
By Institute of Child Health and Human Development | Published 07/18/2007 | Genetic Disorders | Unrated

McCune-Albright syndrome is a disease that affects the bones, skin, and endocrine (hormone) system.

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» What are Learning Disabilities?
By Institute of Child Health and Human Development | Published 07/18/2007 | Special Needs Children | Unrated

Learning disabilities are caused by a difference in brain structure that is present at birth and is often hereditary.

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» What is Lactose Intolerance?
By Institute of Child Health and Human Development | Published 07/18/2007 | Digestive Disorders | Unrated

People with lactose intolerance have trouble digesting lactose, the natural sugar found in dairy foods.

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» What is Klinefelter Syndrome?
By Institute of Child Health and Human Development | Published 07/18/2007 | Genetic Disorders | Unrated

Klinefelter syndrome, also known as the XXY condition, is a term used to describe males who have an extra X chromosome in most of their cells.

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» What is Hypoparathyroidism?
By Institute of Child Health and Human Development | Published 07/18/2007 | Endocrine Disorders | Unrated

Hypoparathyroidism is a condition in which the body doesn’t make enough parathyroid hormone (PTH).

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» What Causes a High-Risk Pregnancy?
By Institute of Child Health and Human Development | Published 07/18/2007 | Pregnancy | Unrated

Before a woman becomes pregnant, it is important for her to have good nutrition and a healthy lifestyle.

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» What is Fragile X Syndrome?
By Institute of Child Health and Human Development | Published 07/18/2007 | Genetic Disorders | Unrated

Fragile X syndrome is the most common form of inherited mental retardation.

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» What is Infertility?
By Institute of Child Health and Human Development | Published 07/18/2007 | Womens Health | Unrated

Infertility is the term health care providers use for women who are unable to get pregnant, and for men who are unable to impregnate a woman, after at least one year of trying.

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» What is Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT)?
By Institute of Child Health and Human Development | Published 07/18/2007 | Womens Health | Unrated

HRT, sometimes called estrogent replacement therapy or ERT, refers to a woman taking supplements of hormones such as estrogen alone or estrogen with another hormone called progesterone (progestin in its synthetic form).

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» What are Preeclampsia and Eclampsia?
By Institute of Child Health and Human Development | Published 07/17/2007 | Pregnancy | Unrated

Preeclampsia is a syndrome marked by a sudden increase in the blood pressure of a pregnant woman after the 20th week of pregnancy.

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» What is Down Syndrome?
By Institute of Child Health and Human Development | Published 07/17/2007 | Genetic Disorders | Rating:

Down syndrome is set of mental and physical symptoms that result from having an extra copy of Chromosome 21.

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» What is Gestational Diabetes?
By Institute of Child Health and Human Development | Published 07/17/2007 | Diabetes | Rating:

Gestational diabetes, also known as gestational diabetes mellitus, GDM, or diabetes during pregnancy, is a type of diabetes that only pregnant women get.

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» What are Developmental Disabilities?
By Institute of Child Health and Human Development | Published 07/17/2007 | Babies | Unrated

Developmental disabilities are birth defects related to a problem with how a body part or body system works.

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» What is Cushing's Syndrome?
By Institute of Child Health and Human Development | Published 07/17/2007 | Endocrine Disorders | Unrated

Cushing’s syndrome is a condition that occurs when a person’s body is exposed to too much of the hormone cortisol.

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» Congenital Adrenal Hyperplasia
By Institute of Child Health and Human Development | Published 07/17/2007 | Endocrine Disorders | Rating:

Congenital adrenal hyperplasia, also known as CAH or 21-Hydroxylase Deficiency, is a genetic disorder of the adrenal glands.

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» What is Breastfeeding?
By Institute of Child Health and Human Development | Published 07/17/2007 | Pregnancy | Rating:

Breastfeeding, also called nursing, can be an easy and inexpensive way for a mother to feed her child.

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» Why is Bone Health Important?
By Institute of Child Health and Human Development | Published 07/17/2007 | Conditions Disabilities | Rating:

Bone health is important so that your bones will be healthy and strong throughout your lifetime.

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» What are Birth Defects?
By Institute of Child Health and Human Development | Published 07/17/2007 | Pregnancy | Unrated

Birth defects are structural or functional abnormalities present at birth that cause physical or mental disability.

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» What is Contraception?
By Institute of Child Health and Human Development | Published 07/17/2007 | Pregnancy | Unrated

Contraception, also known as birth control, is designed to prevent pregnancy.

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» What is Bacterial Vaginosis?
By Institute of Child Health and Human Development | Published 07/17/2007 | Womens Health | Rating:

Bacterial vaginosis is an infection of the vagina.

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» Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASDs)
By Institute of Child Health and Human Development | Published 07/17/2007 | Autism | Rating:

Autism is a complex developmental disability that causes problems with social interaction and communication.

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» What is Asperger Syndrome?
By Institute of Child Health and Human Development | Published 07/17/2007 | Autism | Rating:

Asperger syndrome is an autism spectrum disorder, a group of conditions that include autism and other disorders with similar symptoms, such as problems with language and communication, and repetitive or restrictive patterns of thoughts and behavior.

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» What is Amenorrhea?
By Institute of Child Health and Human Development | Published 07/17/2007 | Womens Health | Rating:

Amenorrhea is the absence of a menstrual period.

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» Adrenal Gland Disorders
By Institute of Child Health and Human Development | Published 07/17/2007 | Endocrine Disorders | Unrated

The adrenal glands are the part of the body responsible for releasing three different classes of hormones.

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» What are AIDS and HIV?
By Institute of Child Health and Human Development | Published 05/22/2007 | Aids HIV | Rating:

AIDS stands for acquired immunodeficiency syndrome, a condition first reported in the United States in 1981, that has since become a major worldwide epidemic.

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» Celebrate the Beauty of Youth
By Institute of Child Health and Human Development | Published 05/17/2007 | Fitness Wellness | Unrated

Want to feel better, look better, and have more energy? Moving more and eating better is the best place to start.

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» How Asthma-Friendly Is Your School?
By Institute of Child Health and Human Development | Published 03/12/2007 | Asthma | Rating:

Children with asthma need proper support at school to keep their asthma under control and be fully active.

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