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Periodic fever adenitis pharyngitis aphthous ulcer (PFAPA) syndrome

Information about the symptoms, causes, diagnosis and treatment of periodic fever adenitis pharyngitis aphthous ulcer (PFAPA) syndrome.

Canker sores (mouth ulcers)

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An overview of the signs, symptoms, treatments and medical options for canker sores.

Multisystem inflammatory syndrome in children (MIS-C)

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Learn about multisystem inflammatory syndrome in children (MIS-C), a rare syndrome linked to a SARS-CoV-2 infection.

Strep throat

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Strep throat is a throat infection caused by a type of bacteria called streptococci. Learn how you can take care of your child.

Developmental/epileptic encephalopathy with spike wave activation in sleep (DEE-SWAS)

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DEE-SWAS is a rare epilepsy syndrome that can affect children aged two to 12. Learn about the symptoms, diagnosis and treatment of DEE-SWAS.

Nephrotic syndrome

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Nephrotic syndrome is one of the most common kidney diseases in children. It presents as a group of symptoms, which occur together in the body and include the presence of protein (albumin) in the urine and edema (swelling).

Fever in babies and children

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A fever can be a sign that the body is fighting an infection. Learn how to properly care for your baby, toddler or child with a fever.

Shiga toxin-producing E. coli hemolytic uremic syndrome (STEC HUS)

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Shiga toxin-producing E. coli hemolytic uremic syndrome (STEC HUS) is a disease that mainly affects the kidneys and blood cells. Learn about what STEC HUS is, how it affects your child and what to expect during treatment.

Diagnosis of heart-related syndromes

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Learn about heart-related syndromes. A syndrome is a medical term for a collection of signs and symptoms that generally stem from a single cause.

Marfan syndrome and congenital heart conditions

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Marfan syndrome is a rare hereditary disorder of connective tissue. About 60% to 80% of people with this syndrome have heart problems.

Williams syndrome and congenital heart conditions

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Most children with Williams syndrome have a heart or blood vessel problem.

Lennox-Gastaut syndrome

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Read about the causes and symptoms of Lennox-Gastaut syndrome epilepsy and how the condition is treated.

Generalized epilepsy syndromes

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Read about the causes, symptoms and treatments for generalized epilepsy syndromes.

Down syndrome

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Down syndrome is a genetic condition present at birth. Learn about the symptoms, complications and outlook for children with Down syndrome.

CHARGE syndrome

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The effects of CHARGE syndrome differ from one child to the next. Find out how this genetic condition is caused and treated.

Sore throat and tonsillitis

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A sore throat is usually a symptom of an illness. Learn possible causes, how long it lasts, and how to take care of your child.

22q11 deletion syndrome: Medical features

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22q11DS is a genetic condition with a wide range of symptoms. Learn about some of the more common medical features of 22q11DS.

Mycophenolate (for Nephrotic Syndrome)

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Your child needs to take the medicine called mycophenolate. This information sheet explains what mycophenolate does, how to give it, and what side effects or problems your child may have when they take this medicine.

Landau-Kleffner syndrome

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Read about the causes, symptoms and treatments for Landau-Kleffner syndrome.

Neonatal withdrawal syndromes

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Read about the symptoms of neonatal withdrawal syndromes and approaches to treatment.

Genetics and heart conditions

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Learn about the role that genetics plays in many heart conditions that afflict children.

Complications from ventriculostomy and shunts for brain tumours

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Important information concerning the problems that can arise for your child undergoing brain tumour treatment with regard to shunts.

Potential complications of heart surgery

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The risk of complications involved with surgical procedures to correct congenital heart disease is very low.

Noonan syndrome and congenital heart conditions

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Noonan syndrome is a genetic condition. Learn about the symptoms and diagnosis of Noonan syndrome and the heart conditions associated with the condition.

Cyclophosphamide (for Nephrotic Syndrome)

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Your child needs to take the medicine called cyclophosphamide. This information sheet explains what cyclophosphamide does, how to give it, and what side effects or problems your child may have when they take this medicine.