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Types of heart conditions

Learn about the types of heart conditions that arise in children. Congenital heart defects and heart rhythm problems are among the conditions discussed.

Eye problems and juvenile idiopathic arthritis (JIA)

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Take a detailed look at the types of eye conditions that can occur in young people with arthritis. These conditions include uveitis, cataracts and glaucoma. Learn about some of the potential treatments for these conditions.

Medications for heart conditions

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Learn about medication for children with heart conditions. A doctor will prescribe a drug when it's clear that medication will improve a child's condition.

Heart conditions and complementary and alternative therapies

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Learn about complementary and alternative therapies and what to consider before you try them.

COVID-19: Information for parents of immunocompromised children and children with chronic medical conditions

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Children who are immunocompromised and children with chronic medical conditions may be at higher risk of serious illness with COVID-19.

Heart conditions resources

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Books and websites with information about heart conditions in children.

Hemophilia glossary

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

Other types of cancer

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There are many types of cancer that can be diagnosed in children and teenagers. Learn about where to find information on different cancers and the types of questions you can ask your health-care team.

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.

What is chemotherapy?

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Chemotherapy is a type of cancer treatment. Learn about the different types of chemotherapy medications, how your health-care team decides which types to use, and the role of corticosteroids in cancer 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.

Skin conditions and birthmarks in newborns

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Learn about the various skin conditions and birthmarks that can arise in a newborn baby.

Living with hand and upper limb conditions: Embracing Our Differences

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Learn from young people with arm and hand differences about how they do home, school, work, and leisure activities in their own way.

Potential late effects of acute lymphoblastic leukemia (ALL) treatment

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Learn about long-term and late effects from acute lymphoblastic leukemia (ALL) treatment.

Screening for related conditions to diabetes (comorbidity)

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An overview of conditions related to diabetes and how how often your child will need to be screened for each condition.

Excessive drooling in children (sialorrhea)

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An overview of the signs, symptoms and medical options for excessive drooling, a condition known as sialorrhea.

Pancreatitis

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

Surgical procedures for juvenile idiopathic arthritis (JIA)

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Several types of surgical procedures may be used in the treatment of JIA or JIA-related conditions. These include joint injections, joint replacement surgery, jaw surgery, cataract surgery, or glaucoma surgery.

Other types of pain

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Learn about other types of pain, including recurrent, procedural, and palliative pain. Read about how they are treated. Lumbar punctures are discussed.

Williams syndrome and congenital heart conditions

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

Thalassemia

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An overview of the causes, symptoms and treatment of this blood disorder caused by a defect in the gene that controls the production of hemoglobin.

How respiratory therapists help children with congenital heart conditions

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A respiratory therapist (RT) is a health professional specially trained to help patients with breathing disorders. An RT will help care for your child after heart surgery.

Treatment of heart conditions

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Learn about the treatment of heart conditions. Find out about the different types of heart treatment and the right questions you should ask the doctor about the treatment.

Sickle cell disease: Useful research terms and resources

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You may be asked to join a clinical research trial or other types of research to help research teams study new treatments and better understand the impact of sickle cell disease on families. Learn about types of research and where to find more information about sickle cell disease research.