Herpes simplex virus, canker sores, hand-foot-and-mouth disease, and thrush
Read MoreThe American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) is an organization of 67,000 primary care pediatricians, pediatric medical subspecialists, and pediatric surgical specialists dedicated to the health, safety, and well-being of all infants, children, adolescents, and young adults.
As part of that commitment, the AAP publishes expert advice for parents, caregivers, and patients on Pediatric Patient Education. Information can be accessed 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, and many titles also are available in Spanish.
Herpes simplex virus, canker sores, hand-foot-and-mouth disease, and thrush
Read MorePainful, shallow ulcers (sores) on the lining of the mouth. Found on the gums, inner lips, inner cheeks, or tongue
Read MoreInformation and guidance on exposure (close contact) to a person with confirmed mumps when child has no rash or other symptoms of mumps.
Read MoreA viral illness with swelling of one or more of the salivary glands
Read MoreInformation and guidance on nail biting habit.
Read MoreInformation and guidance on how to perform nasal rinse.
Read MoreInformation and guidance on how to perform nasal suction.
Read MoreInformation and guidance on stress-related nausea in children.
Read MoreA feeling that vomiting might occur and feeling “sick to the stomach” (queasy). Vomiting has not occurred. That symptom is covered in the Vomiting handout. Stomach pain is not present. That symptom is covered in the Abdominal Pain handout.
Read MorePain or discomfort in the back, side or front of the neck. Includes minor muscle strain from neck overuse
Read MoreQuestions about flying or mountain travel with a newborn baby.
Read MoreInformation and guidance on taking care of your new baby.
Read MoreInformation and guidance for new mothers.
Read MoreCommon questions asked about the normal newborn’s appearance and body
Read MoreCommon questions asked about normal birthmarks in newborns. Note: Rashes such as baby acne are not covered here.
Read MoreInformation and guidance on essential baby items.
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