Acute respiratory failure is a condition that is a medical emergency. It can develop quickly, and it should be treated right away. There are two types of acute respiratory failure: Type I respiratory failure is when the lungs are not able to get enough oxygen into the blood. This causes the blood oxygen level to […]
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Acute respiratory distress syndrome (ARDS) is a life-threatening condition. The lungs become swollen and blood vessels leak fluid into the air sacs (alveoli). This prevents the lungs from working well. It also makes it hard to get oxygen into the blood. This can damage other vital organs, such as the heart, kidneys, liver, or brain. […]
Acute pain is a type of sudden pain that may last for just a few days or for as long as six months. It is often related to an illness, injury, or medical procedure. Acute pain may be mild, moderate, or severe. It usually goes away once your child’s injury has healed or your child […]
Acute kidney injury is a sudden worsening of kidney function. The kidneys are organs that have several jobs. They filter the blood to remove waste products and extra fluid. They also maintain a healthy balance of minerals and hormones in the body, which helps control blood pressure and keep bones strong. With this condition, the […]
Acute disseminated encephalomyelitis (ADEM) is sudden inflammation in the brain and spinal cord. It causes inflammation of the protective covering of nerves in the brain and spinal cord (myelin sheath). The inflammation changes the way that nerve signals pass between the brain and spinal cord. This condition is usually a one-time event that will not […]
Acute bronchitis is sudden inflammation of the main airways (bronchi) that come off the windpipe (trachea) in the lungs. The swelling causes the airways to get smaller and make more mucus than normal. This can make it hard for your child to breathe and can cause coughing or loud breathing (wheezing). Acute bronchitis may last […]
Acoustic neuroma, also called vestibular schwannoma, is a growth (tumor) on a nerve in the inner ear. It is not cancerous (is benign). The tumor grows on the eighth cranial nerve. This nerve passes between the brain and the inner ear through a bony tunnel (internal auditory canal). The eighth cranial nerve is important for hearing […]
Achondroplasia, also known as dwarfism, is a condition that causes abnormal bone growth and development. The condition is present at birth (congenital), and most people with achondroplasia will not grow to an average adult height. It is the most common abnormality of bone growth. Achondroplasia affects the development and growth of cartilage and bone. It […]
Acetaminophen is a medicine used to relieve pain and fever in children. Before giving the medicine Check the label on the bottle for the amount and strength (concentration) of acetaminophen. Concentrated infant acetaminophen drops (80 mg per 1 mL) are no longer made or sold in the U.S., but they are available in other countries, including […]
An abdominal migraine is a type of abdominal pain that occurs mainly in children. The pain usually occurs in the middle of the abdomen, near the belly button. The pain occurs in attacks that usually last at least 2 hours and may go on for up to 72 hours. Abdominal migraines are related to the […]