Testing a stool sample can help doctors find out what's going on when someone has a problem in the stomach, intestines, rectum, or other part of the gastrointestinal (GI) system. Unlike most other lab ...

It’s normal for people to masturbate (touch or rub their own genitals because they like the way it feels). Some people do it to relieve stress or tension. It’s nothing to be ashamed of or embarrassed ...

Earaches are common in kids and can have many causes. Here’s why they happen and what to do when your child complains of ear pain. Give acetaminophen or ibuprofen as needed to ease pain (check the ...

Period cramps can be mild or they can really hurt. But there are things you can do to feel better. Let's find out what cramps are and what to do if you get them. Cramps happen when the uterus (the ...

How Does the Brain Work? And How Does the Nervous System Work? How do you remember the way to your friend's house? Why do your eyes blink without you ever thinking about it? Where do dreams come from?

infection in the urinary tract irritation or injury of the genital area stones (small masses of minerals) in the urinary tract Urinary tract infections (UTIs) are the most common cause of pain during ...

This is a general outline of the milestones on the road to reading success. Keep in mind that kids develop at different paces and spend varying amounts of time at each stage. If you have concerns, ...

What Causes Osgood-Schlatter Disease? Osgood-Schlatter disease happens during the growth spurt of puberty. During a child's growth spurt, the bones, muscles, and tendons grow at different rates. In ...

Pinworms are tiny worms that can cause an infection in the intestines. Pinworm infections affects millions of people each year, especially school-age kids If your child develops a pinworm infection, ...

Answering kids' questions about sex is a job many parents don’t look forward to. It may feel awkward when it comes to talking about puberty and where babies come from. But don’t avoid these topics.

Flat feet are feet that do not have an arch. The middle of the foot touches the ground. Feet with no arches is the main sign of flat feet. Sometimes, flat feet can cause foot, ankle, or knee pain.

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