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Appendicitis

An infection or inflammation of the appendix, a pinkie-sized organ at the junction of the small and large intestines.

Aquatic Therapy Program

The aquatic therapy program is a great supplement to land therapy to help children meet their strength, range of motion/flexibility, balance, coordination, endurance, and walking goals. Learn More.

Arrhythmogenic Right Ventricular Cardiomyopathy (ARVC)

ARVC is a rare, heart condition linked to sudden death. We’re experts at genetic diagnosis and treatment for children and families with ARVC.

Arterial Tortuosity Syndrome

A rare disease affecting the connective tissue of the body, causing abnormal twists and turns in the arteries.

Arthrogryposis Multiplex Congenita (AMC)

Arthrogryposis Multiplex Congenita (AMC) is a syndrome of multiple joint contractures and webbing because of decreased movement in utero. Learn more here.

Asthma

Asthma is common chronic illness in children, with symptoms such as cough, wheezing, shortness of breath, and more. Learn more about children's asthma.

Asthma Program

Lurie Children’s Asthma Program treats more kids with asthma than any other area hospital or medical center. Learn more about available treatment options.

Ataxia

Pediatric ataxia is an abnormal performance of voluntary acts, especially abnormal walking. Learn more about types, causes, and treatment.

Athlete Burnout

A condition in which an athlete experiences fatigue and declining performance in his/her sport despite continuing or increased training.

Atrial Septal Defect

An opening between the heart's two upper chambers, which lets some blood from the left atrium return to the right atrium instead of flowing to the body.

Atrioventricular Canal

When the common valve between the upper and lower chambers doesn't close properly, allowing blood to leak backward from the heart's lower chambers to the upper ones.

Attention Deficit Disorder (ADD)

A type of ADHD not combined with extreme physical activity, characterized by a lack of working memory, language problems, slow reaction times, low motivation, boredom, and low arousal.