The American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) is an organization of 67,000 primary care pediatricians, pediatric medical subspecialists, and pediatric surgical specialists dedicated to the health, safety, and well-being of all infants, children, adolescents, and young adults.
As part of that commitment, the AAP publishes expert advice for parents, caregivers, and patients on Pediatric Patient Education. Information can be accessed 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, and many titles also are available in Spanish.
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Cast Care - LegCategory: Schmitt Pediatric Care Advice
A cast is a hard shell that completely covers a bone fracture. Also called a full cast. It keeps broken bones from moving until they heal. That also reduces pain. It also protects the injured part from any more injury.
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CellulitisCategory: Schmitt Pediatric Care Advice
A bacterial infection of the skin. Main symptom is spreading redness that is painful to the touch
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Chalazion (Lump on Eyelid)Category: Schmitt Pediatric Care Advice
A chalazion is a lump in the middle of the eyelid. It’s caused by a blocked off oil gland.
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Cheerleading (Care of the Young Athlete)Category: sports_and_fitness
Cheerleading is often thought of as a sport only for high school and college athletes. However, it is becoming more popular among younger athletes as well.
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Chest Pain - Sore MusclesCategory: Schmitt Pediatric Care Advice
Pain or discomfort in the chest wall from muscle overuse.
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Chest Pain - SymptomCategory: Schmitt Pediatric Care Advice
Pain or discomfort in the chest wall from muscle overuse.
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ChickenpoxCategory: Schmitt Pediatric Care Advice
Chickenpox is a viral rash all over the body
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Chickenpox (Varicella-Zoster Infections)—Child Care and SchoolsCategory: infectious_diseases
An illness with rash and fever caused by the varicella-zoster virus
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