Learn about conditions that affect the liver, pancreas and gastrointestinal system. Find out about diagnostic procedures, treatment and more.
The general surgery team focuses on a wide variety of congenital anomalies and acquired diseases of the digestive tract, abdomen, chest and lungs, head and neck, and endocrine organs.
Follow the adventures of Blueberry and Green Pea to help your child learn how food travels through their digestive system.
Cystic fibrosis is a genetic condition that affects different systems in your body.
Parents can learn how mucositis is prevented and treated after a blood and marrow transplant (BMT).
Find out how inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) and irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) are each diagnosed and treated.
May is Cystic Fibrosis Month. Learn what causes cystic fibrosis, what the signs and symptoms are, and what treatments are available.
Your child needs to take the medicine called cisapride. This information sheet explains what cisapride does, how to give it, and what side effects, or problems your child may have when they take this medicine.
Discover the role of zinc in the body and how to get enough in your diet.
Your child needs to take the medicine called imatinib. This information sheet explains what imatinib does, how to give it, and what side effects or problems your child may have when they take this medicine.
Cancer treatment can cause skin problems such as dryness and redness. Read about some tips to help you manage skin changes during treatment.
An in-depth description of the potential side effects of chemotherapy for children suffering from brain tumours.
22q11DS is a genetic condition with a wide range of symptoms. Learn about some of the more common medical features of 22q11DS.
Learn about the various health specialties and medications that have established pharmacogenetic (PGx) guidelines to help inform medication prescribing and treatment decisions for your child.
Your child needs to take the medicine called cholestyramine. This information sheet explains what cholestyramine does, how to give it, and what side effects or problems your child may have when he takes this medicine.
Learn about the signs and symptoms of inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) and the two different types.
Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) is a common problem that affects the digestive system. Learn how changes to your child’s diet and/or lifestyle may help manage IBS.
Discover information about different bladder and genital conditions including bladder and bladder control problems, and conditions that affect the penis, like hypospadias.
Read about various types of breathing problems in newborn babies and the care that is provided to help them.
During cancer treatment, your sleep might be affected by noise when staying in the hospital, or because you are stressed or in pain. Learn about what happens when you don't get enough sleep and how to manage sleep problems.
Learn about hypertonic salt water soaks, when they can be used and how to make your own.
Learn the important roles your celiac disease health-care team plays in helping you manage your health.
