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Children who bite others cause a great deal of concern for the parents. The parents of the child who has been bitten are also usually very concerned about infection. Biting is an unacceptable behavior that needs to be stopped at…

What is a biventricular assist device? A biventricular assist device (BiVAD) is an implantable pump. It is designed to help your heart function better when both the right and left pumping chambers of your heart are failing. When blood from…

What is a black eye? A black eye (ecchymosis) often happens from an injury to the area around the eye. The injury causes the tissue around the eye to become bruised. Your child’s healthcare provider will examine the eye closely. The provider…

What tests might I have after being diagnosed? After a diagnosis of bladder cancer, you will likely need more tests. These tests help your healthcare providers learn more about the cancer. They can help show if it has grown into…

Many different bleeding disorders require clinical care by a physician or other health care professional. Listed in the directory below are some, for which we have provided a brief overview. © 2000-2024 The StayWell Company, LLC. All rights…

Many different bleeding disorders require clinical care by a physician or other health care professional. Listed in the directory below are some, for which we have provided a brief overview. © 2000-2024 The StayWell Company, LLC. All rights reserved.…

What is blepharitis in children? Blepharitis is an inflammation in the oil glands of the eyelid. It causes swollen eyelids and crusting around the eyelashes. Even after it’s treated and goes away, it can often come back again and again for years. It…

What is blind loop syndrome? Your digestive system breaks down the food you eat. Then your body can use it for fuel. Food you eat moves from your stomach into your small intestine. There, nutrients are absorbed. The waste is…

What is a blister? A blister is a bubble on the skin containing fluid. Blisters are often shaped like a circle. The fluid that forms below the skin can be bloody or clear. What causes blisters? Injury, allergic reactions, immune diseases,…

What is an intestinal blockage? If you have an intestinal blockage, food and stool may not be able to move freely. It is also called an intestinal obstruction. When your intestine works normally, digested food moves from your stomach to…

What is a blocked tear duct in children? A blocked tear duct is called dacryostenosis. It may also be called a congenital lacrimal duct obstruction. Congenital means that your child is born with it. Tears help clean and lubricate your…

What are blood-clotting disorders in children? Blood-clotting disorders are a group of conditions in which there is too much clotting. Blood clotting is a normal process. It stops you from bleeding too much when you have a cut or injury.…