Bladder Exstrophy
What is Bladder Exstrophy? Exstrophy means to “turn inside out” and that is what happens when a child is born with bladder exstrophy. In this condition, the bladder and related…
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Biliary Atresia
What Is Biliary Atresia? Biliary atresia is a rare liver disease which destroys the bile ducts necessary to carry bile from the liver to the intestines. This disease involves the…
Allergies
What are Allergies? Allergy means “altered reactivity” or sensitivity to usually non-toxic substances like pollens, grasses, mold, pets and/or foods. Allergic symptoms can range from mild reactions like rashes, stuffy…
Autism
What Is Autism? Autism is a serious disorder of behavior and communication. In its mildest form, autism may resemble a learning disability. The more severe forms of autism involve self-injury.…
Attention Disorders
What are Attention Disorders? There are two different types of ADDs: Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) Attention Deficit Disorder (ADD). How do you know if a child has an ADD?…
Asthma
What is Asthma? Asthma is a respiratory disorder that results in shortness of breath, wheezing and coughing. It can range from a mild illness to a severe, life-threatening disease. How…
Asperger Syndrome
What is Asperger Syndrome? Asperger Syndrome is a developmental disorder that is part of a larger group of diagnoses called ‘Autistic Spectrum Disorders’. Autistic Spectrum Disorders refer to a range…
Arthrogryposis
What is Arthrogryposis? Arthrogryposis is a congenital (present at birth) condition characterized by the reduced mobility of many joints. The joints are fixed in various postures and lack muscle development…
Anorectal Malformations
What are Anorectal Malformations? Anorectal malformations are a group of birth defects than involve the external opening of the anus preventing the normal passage of stool. The anal opening may…
Anopthalmia and Micropthalmia
What is Anopthalmia/Micropthalmia (A/M)? Anopthalmia means that one or both eyes didn’t form during the early stages of pregnancy. Congenital anopthalmia may occur alone or with other malformations. Microphthalmia means…
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