Conditions and illnesses
Conditions and illnesses
When a child develops progressive, chronic kidney disease that results in endstage renal failure (ESRD)—a condition in which the kidneys function at a fraction of their capacity—the only treatment options are dialysis or a kidney transplant.
Conditions and illnesses
A common childhood viral infection, Fifth Disease mainly affects children, but can also be contracted by adults of all ages.
Conditions and illnesses
A common childhood viral infection, hand-foot-and-mouth disease mainly affects children, but can also be contracted by adults of all ages.
Conditions and illnesses
The kidneys are powerful organs that play a vital role in keeping the human body healthy. What’s more, they perform not just one but three essential functions in our bodies.
Conditions and illnesses
Kidney transplantation offers the best treatment for a child diagnosed with severe (permanent) kidney failure.
Conditions and illnesses
Scoliosis is a problem that makes the spine curve and twist from side to side. It is most often found in girls in their early teens. But boys can have it, too.
Conditions and illnesses
Conditions and illnesses
If your kids are spending more time swimming in a lake this summer, they may develop a minor skin infection or rash, more commonly known as “swimmer’s itch”.
Conditions and illnesses
Meningitis is an infection of the membrane and fluid around the brain and spinal cord. Viral meningitis is caused by a viral infection.