Patient Education Library

Common questions asked about the normal newborn’s appearance and body

Common questions asked about normal birthmarks in newborns. Note: Rashes such as baby acne are not covered here.

Before you bring your newborn home from the hospital, your baby needs to have a hearing screening.

How infections and other serious diseases can present in newborns

Common questions asked about normal skin rashes in newborns. Note: Mongolian spots and birthmarks are not covered here.

Common questions asked about newborn noises, reflexes and behaviors. These are normal and not signs of illness.

Parents need to give up much of the control over many of their young adult's decisions. But parents still worry about their child's safety, health, and success. This is where you need to trust the job you have done as a parent.

A virus that causes diarrhea and vomiting. A leading cause of diarrhea in the United States.

An allergic reaction of the nose. Main symptoms are an itchy nose, clear discharge and sneezing.

Child put a foreign body (FB) in their nose. The child tells the parent or the parent see a strange object in child’s nose. Your doctor or nurse says it is safe to try to remove it at home. That’s only helpful for small, harmless objects.

Injuries to the inside or outside of the nose.

Bleeding from 1 or both nostrils. Not caused by an injury.

A pulled elbow (also known as nursemaid’s elbow) is a common, painful injury generally among children under four years old but occasionally older. It occurs when the outer part of the elbow becomes dislocated or slips out of its joint.

Eating problems are common in children. In children with ASD, the problems may be more serious and last longer because of problems with taste, texture, or smell. They may be the result of learned behaviors.

Young athletes often try special diets and supplements to improve their athletic performance. However, many of these products do not live up to their claims to increase strength, speed, and athletic skills. Athletes should focus instead on following

A minor allergic reaction to some raw fruits and vegetables. Causes itching and swelling only to the lips and tongue