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Children's health is focused on the well-being of children from conception through adolescence. There are many aspects of children's health, including growth and development, illnesses, injuries, behavior, mental illness, family health and community health.

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Heat Rash Pictures Slideshow: Symptoms, Causes & Treatments Watch this slideshow of pictures on Heat Rash (prickly heat) which develops when the skin sweat ducts become blocked causing...learn more »
Scabies Pictures Slideshow: Stop the Itch Mite Get the facts on scabies (itch mite) causes, signs and symptoms. Learn what scabies looks like and how to treat it throught this...learn more »
Anatomy of a Sore Throat Pictures Slideshow: Distinguish Common Sore Throat From Strep Explore the types and causes of a sore throat through pictures, including strep throat, and learn how to find relief from that...learn more »
Head Lice Pictures Slideshow: What Parents Should Know Watch this slideshow that lets parents not only learn how to treat a head lice infestation, but also how to protect their child...learn more »
Dehydration Pictures Slideshow: Causes, Symptoms and Tips to Stay Hydrated Dehydration can cause medical complications. Watch this slideshow and learn causes, symptoms, treatments and prevention tips to...learn more »
ADHD Pictures Slideshow: Symptoms in Children Learn to recognize the symptoms of ADHD (Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder) in children from this slideshow of...learn more »

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Ringworm The term "ringworm" or "ringworms" refers to fungal infections that are on the surface of the skin. A physical examination of...learn more »
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Ringworm Article
- Ringworm facts
- What does the term ringworm mean?
- Is ringworm contagious?
- What causes ringworm?
- What are the sources of skin fungi?
- What are risk factors for ringworm?
- What types of ringworm are there? What are ringworm symptoms and signs?
- How is ringworm diagnosed?
- What is the treatment for ringworm? Are there home remedies?
- How can ringworm be prevented?
- What is the prognosis (outlook) for ringworm?
Rash The word "rash" means an outbreak of red bumps on the body. The way people use this term, "a rash" can refer to many different...learn more »
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Rash Article
- Rashes facts
- What are noninfectious, common rashes localized to a particular anatomical area?
- How are common skin rashes diagnosed?
- Scaly patches of skin produced by fungal or bacterial infection
- Widely distributed rashes affecting large portions of the skin
- What is the treatment for a rash?
Appendicitis Appendicitis is an inflammation of the appendix. Appendicitis often causes fever, loss of appetite, and right lower quadrant...learn more »
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Appendicitis Article
- Appendicitis facts
- What is the appendix?
- What is appendicitis and what causes appendicitis?
- What are the complications of appendicitis?
- What are the symptoms of appendicitis?
- How is appendicitis diagnosed?
- Why can it be difficult to diagnose appendicitis?
- What other conditions mimic appendicitis?
- How is appendicitis treated?
- How is an appendectomy done?
- What are the complications of appendectomy?
- Are there long-term consequences of removing the appendix?
- What is new about appendicitis?
Heat Rash Heat rash is a skin irritation caused by excessive sweating. It can occur at any age and it appears as a rash that itches or...learn more »
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Heat Rash Article
- Heat rash facts
- What is heat rash?
- What are the causes of heat rash?
- What are the symptoms of heat rash in children and adults?
- What does heat rash look like?
- Heat rash pictures
- Who is at risk for heat rash?
- How is heat rash diagnosed?
- What is the treatment for heat rash?
- Home remedies for heat rash
- Medical treatment for heat rash
- How can heat rash be prevented?
- How effective are electric fans in preventing heat rash?
- How can people protect their health when temperatures are extremely high?
- How much water should I drink in hot weather?
- Should I take salt tablets during hot weather?
- What is the best clothing to wear in hot weather or a heat wave?
- What is the prognosis for heat rash?
Warts (Common Warts) Common warts are skin growths causes by the human papillomavirus. There are many types of warts, including plantar warts, common...learn more »
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Warts (Common Warts) Article
- Wart facts
- What are common warts?
- What are some types of common warts?
- What is the treatment for common warts?
- Is using over-the-counter wart treatments safe?
- Are wart treatments effective?
- What if wart removal treatments fail?
Diarrhea Diarrhea is a change is the frequency and looseness of bowel movements. Cramping, abdominal pain, and the sensation of rectal...learn more »
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Diarrhea Article
- Diarrhea facts
- What is diarrhea?
- How is diarrhea defined?
- Why does diarrhea develop?
- What symptoms are associated with diarrhea?
- What are common causes of acute diarrhea?
- Viral gastroenteritis
- Food poisoning
- Traveler's diarrhea
- Bacterial enterocolitis
- Parasites
- Drugs
- What are common causes of chronic diarrhea?
- What are the complications of diarrhea?
- When should the doctor be called for diarrhea?
- What tests are useful in the evaluation of diarrhea?
- How can dehydration be prevented and treated?
- What is the treatment for diarrhea?
- When should antibiotics be used for diarrhea?