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• Pediatric Fractures: A Parental Guide

  When a child breaks a bone, it may raise many concerns and questions for caregivers. Learn more in our guide on pediatric fractures for parents.

• Concussion in Toddlers & Babies: Symptoms & Treatment

  Toddlers and babies often hit their heads, so it's important to understand the signs of concussion, prevention and treatment.

• What Back-to-School Means for Common Ear, Nose and Throat Conditions

  Learn about common ENT conditions children may encounter as they return to school. 

• Why Your Child Has a Recurrent Sore Throat

  Sore throats are extremely common in children, but chronic or recurrent sore throats may have causes that require further examination by a doctor.

• Concussion in Teens

  Every year, millions of teenagers in the US sustain concussions. Learn the signs, symptoms, and treatments for concussions in teens.

• Understanding Head Lice: What You Need to Know

  Lice, though not a serious health threat, are a significant nuisance, especially for school-aged children. Learn more about head lice and how you can prevent it in your household.

• Constipation in Kids: Causes, Types & Treatment

  Our pediatric experts answer some of the most frequently asked questions about constipation in kids, including causes, symptoms and more.

• What to Do If a Child Hits Their Head

  Most minor head bumps and bruises won’t cause serious harm, but it is important to watch for signs of more serious injury if your child hits their head.

• Understanding Walking Pneumonia in Kids

  Learn all about the different between regular pneumonia and walking pneumonia in kids and when to take your child to the doctor.

• Preventing Common Foodborne Illnesses in Children: Symptoms, Treatment, and Safety Tips

  Understanding the most common foodborne illnesses, their symptoms, prevention, and treatment can help caregivers protect children from getting sick. Our Infectious Disease expert explains everything you need to know.

• Laryngitis in Kids

  Is your child's voice hoarse or raspy? They might have laryngitis. Learn about the causes, symptoms and treatment options for this common condition in children.

• Should I Worry About My Child’s Bloody Nose?

  Does your child get nosebleeds often? Learn how the correct way stop a child’s bloody nose 

• Common Questions about Pediatric Sports Injuries

  Lurie Children’s sports medicine team members answer some common questions about sports injuries in kids, including how to prevent injuries, when to see a doctor, how to help your child recover and more.

• Strep Throat in Kids: Symptoms, Causes & Treatment

  Infectious Diseases Physician Ami Patel, MD, answers common questions about strep throat.

• Signs Your Child’s Tonsils or Adenoids May Need to be Removed

  There a several reasons why tonsils and adenoid removal should be considered. 

• Common Questions About Ear Infections in Older Children

  Learn the answers to some of our most frequently asked questions about ear infections in this Q&A with Lurie Children's expert physicians.