Laryngomalacia (for Parents) | Nemours KidsHealth
WEBLaryngomalacia is a common cause of noisy breathing in infants. It happens when a baby's larynx (or voice box) is soft and floppy. When the baby takes a breath, the part of the larynx above the vocal cords falls in and temporarily blocks the baby's airway. Laryngomalacia (luh-ring-oh-muh-LAY-shuh) usually gets better on its own by the time a ...
Teens (for Teens) | Nemours KidsHealth
WEBA person who has or “carries” a genetic difference in one copy of a gene but doesn’t have the disease is called a “carrier.”. Food portions: How much should I eat? There's a lot you can do to keep portions under control. This site offers support and advice on health, emotions, and life — created for people 13–18 and approved by ...
How the Body Works (Topic Center) (for Kids) - KidsHealth
WEBHeart & Circulatory System. The heart is one strong muscle. Take a look at how it pumps blood around your body. How the Digestive System Works from KidsHealth Videos on Vimeo.
Is My Penis Normal? (for Teens) | Nemours KidsHealth
WEBThe penis grows the most during puberty. Some boys start puberty around 9 and others don't start until they are 15. Usually by the end of puberty, a guy's penis has reached its expected size. Puberty usually ends about 4 years after it starts, so this is usually around age 13–19. In addition to size, guys also wonder about how their penis looks.
Talking to Your Child About Puberty (for Parents) - KidsHealth
WEBTalking about puberty isn’t a one-time conversation. Talk to your kids about the changes their bodies will go through as they grow. Some girls start puberty at 8 years old, and some boys do by 9. So you may need to start these talks earlier than you think. Discuss the physical and emotional changes that come with puberty before they begin.
Is It Normal to Get Erections? (for Teens) | Nemours KidsHealth
WEBAn erection is when the penis gets hard because sponge-like tissue in it fills with blood. Erections tend to make the penis get bigger and stand away from the body. Erections can go away on their own or after ejaculation (the release of semen through the small hole at the tip of the penis). Ejaculating at night during sleep is called a ...
Adenovirus (for Parents) | Nemours KidsHealth
WEBAdenoviruses are a group of viruses that can cause infections. Adenovirus (add-eh-noe-VY-rus) infections can happen in kids of any age, but are more common in babies and young children. Most kids have had at least one adenovirus infection before age 10. There are many different types of adenoviruses, so people can get infected more than once.
What to Do About a Sore Throat - KidsHealth
WEBHere are some ways kids can relieve sore throat pain: sip warm liquids. eat cold or frozen liquids (such as ice pops) gargle with saltwater. suck on hard candy or throat lozenges (for kids age 4 or older) take ibuprofen or acetaminophen as needed.
Intussusception (for Parents) | Nemours KidsHealth
WEBIntussusception (in-tuh-suh-SEP-shun) happens when one part of the bowel slides into the next, much like the pieces of a telescope. When this "telescoping" happens: The flow of fluids and food through the bowel can get blocked. The intestine can swell and bleed. The blood supply to the affected part of the intestine can get cut off.
Rickets (for Parents) | Nemours KidsHealth
WEBTreatment for rickets helps make bones stronger. Doctors prescribe supplements to replace the missing vitamin D, calcium, and phosphorus. Kids with a bone deformity might need braces to reposition the bones as they grow. In severe cases, a child may need surgery. If another disease causes rickets, a child will go to a specialist for care.