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Appendicitis

The appendix is a tube-like structure attached to the first part of the colon that can become infected. Learn what signs and symptoms to look for with appendicitis and how a doctor will help your child if they have appendicitis.

Appendectomy

Appendectomy is an operation to remove the appendix. Your child may need an appendectomy if they have appendicitis (infection of the appendix).

Vomiting

Vomiting is the forceful emptying of the stomach's contents.

Pancreatitis

Learn what causes pancreatitis, what the signs and symptoms are and what treatments are available

Limping in children

Learn about possible causes of limping in children.

Familial Mediterranean fever (FMF)

Familial Mediterranean fever (FMF) involves recurrent episodes of fever accompanied by symptoms of abdominal pain, chest pain, joint pain and/or skin rashes. Learn about causes, tests and treatments for FMF.

Biologic agents and JIA

Kids Index

Health games and videos for kids.

Healthy Living & Prevention

Learning Hub

Kids on Bullying

2:19; Ages 4–8

Hear from other kids about what bullying is, the different types of bullying, and why someone might bully.

Acceptance

30 minutes; Ages 8–13

Click through conversations to learn about building relationships on common interests, traits and experiences.

Lifestyle choices and juvenile idiopathic arthritis (JIA)

Low-sodium, low-potassium and low-phosphorus diet

Valganciclovir and ganciclovir

Hemophilia glossary

A list of helpful glossary terms for Teens Taking Charge Managing Your Hemophilia program.

Contributors

The AboutKidsHealth team works closely with the health-care professionals at The Hospital for Sick Children in the development and review of the health information on AboutKidsHealth.ca

The Pathology Lab

2 minutes; Ages 7–11

A walk through the pathology lab, where doctors examine blood and other bodily fluids, organs and tissues.

Monitoring your diet and fluid intake after a liver transplant

Type 1 diabetes

In type 1 diabetes, the pancreas stops producing insulin. Learn the symptoms, causes and how this life-long condition is diagnosed.

Household hazards and poisons: Purses and backpacks

Learn about the everyday items you or your child may be carrying around in your purse or backpack that could be potentially harmful if your child consumes them.

Steps towards independence

Information to help your child or teen become more independent and take control of their own health care.

Epilepsy and college or university

Education is an important part of any child's life. Read about options for a child attending college or university while coping with epilepsy.

What is autism spectrum disorder (ASD)?

Learn about autism spectrum disorder, including the characteristics and causes of autism.