Urethral prolapse occurs when a girl's urethra becomes swollen and sticks out. Learn about what causes urethral prolapse and how it is treated.
Learn about mitral valve prolapses in children, which is a very benign condition and as such is often considered by cardiologists to be a "non-condition."
Learn about the medications, interventions and surgeries used to manage posterior urethral valves in children.
Find out what to expect if you have a child with posterior urethral valves (PUV). This document reviews the condition and how it is managed with medications, tests, interventions and surgeries.
Marfan syndrome is a rare hereditary disorder of connective tissue. About 60% to 80% of people with this syndrome have heart problems.
Learn about safe levels of activity for adults with congenital heart disease. Activity generally has positive effects on the body and its organs.
Labial agglutination occurs when the skin around the vagina sticks together. Read about possible treatments including estrogen cream and zinc oxide.
Learn about the role that genetics plays in many heart conditions that afflict children.
Bladder retraining can help your child follow a voiding routine, stay dry and avoid accidents.
Learn how to treat common foreskin problems and when to see a doctor.
Clean intermittent catheterization is a technique for children who need to use a catheter to empty their bladder. Read these step-by-step instructions for children with female anatomy.
If you’re sexually active, or thinking about it, find out what you need to know to prepare for an appointment with your primary care provider.
Clean intermittent catheterization is a technique for children who need to use a catheter to empty their bladder. Read these step-by-step instructions for children with male anatomy.
A ureteral reimplant is an operation to fix a ureter that is not connected to the bladder properly. Read what to expect after ureteral reimplant surgery.
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A walk through the pathology lab, where doctors examine blood and other bodily fluids, organs and tissues.
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