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Prematurity: Overview

Learn about the definition of and the causes and medical conditions associated with prematurity.

Overview of learning and education in the premature baby

Although many premature babies do not encounter any academic problems, some do. For example, up to 50% of very low birth weight (VLBW) babies will have some problems in school by Grade 3.

Amenorrhea

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Amenorrhea is the prolonged absence of a menstrual period. Learn about amenorrhea, possible causes and how it can be treated.

Heart conditions: Overview

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Learn about different types and possible signs and symptoms of heart conditions in children.

Necrotizing enterocolitis (NEC)

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Necrotizing enterocolitis (NEC) is a rare but serious disease that affects the bowels of premature or newborn infants. Learn more about the symptoms, causes and treatment of the condition.

Amenorrhea

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Amenorrhea is the prolonged absence of a menstrual period. Learn about amenorrhea, possible causes and how it can be treated.

Side-lying bottle supplementation for breastfeeding babies

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Supplementation is a way to give your baby extra nutrition and calories while breastfeeding. Read about what supplies are required and tips for successful feeding with a bottle.

Growth problems in children

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An overview of the symptoms, causes and treatment of growth problems in children.

Growth in the first year

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Read about expected growth and weight gain in the first year of a baby's life. Growth charts and information about head circumference are also provided.

Outcomes for premature babies

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Learn about possible outcomes for premature babies.

Poor weight gain in infants and young children

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Read about poor weight gain, which is when a child does not grow or gain weight as expected. Learn about the causes and management of poor weight gain in infants and young children.

Gaining too much weight during brain tumour treatment

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In-depth information concerning the issues that may arise for your child if he gains too much weight as a side effect of his brain tumour treatment.

Trisomy 18 (Edwards syndrome)

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Information for parents about trisomy 18, a rare genetic condition that causes developmental delay and affects many different organ systems.

Excess weight gain after brain tumour treatment

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An overview of the factors that can affect weight gain in children with brain tumours, and tips for maintaining a healthy weight.

Behavioural and learning issues

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Read about various behavioral problems that premature babies may develop as they grow. In general, the most premature babies are more at risk.

Congenital hypothyroidism

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Congenital hypothyroidism is a condition that is present at birth in which the thyroid gland does not produce enough thyroid hormone. Learn about congenital hypothyroidism and how it is diagnosed and treated.

Avoidant/restrictive food intake disorder (ARFID)

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Learn about avoidant/restrictive food intake disorder (ARFID), including signs and symptoms, what to do if you think you have it and how it's treated.

Patent ductus arteriosus (PDA) in premature babies

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Learn about patent ductus arteriosus (PDA) in premature babies and the treatments available for it.

Needle pokes: Reducing pain with sucrose or breastfeeding

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Find out how to offer sucrose or breastfeeding to ease your child's pain from needle pokes.

Bone health in premature babies

Very premature babies are at risk for metabolic bone disease, a condition that affects their bone health and increases the risk of fractures.

Neonatal seizures

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Read about the causes, diagnosis and treatment of neonatal seizures.

Cerebral palsy

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An overview of the causes, symptoms and treatment of this group of disorders that affect movements, balance and posture.

Treatment options for anorexia nervosa

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Find out about the range of in-hospital and outpatient treatments that can help a child recover from anorexia nervosa.

Meconium and meconium-related conditions

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Learn what meconium is and what meconium-related conditions can occur in newborns.

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.