Recognizing and Managing Pain in Your Newborn/Neonate
Newborn babies and babies born prematurely may show different behaviors when they are irritable, uncomfortable or stressed. Here are the signs to look for.
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Recognizing and Managing Pain in Your Toddler
Toddlers may display different behaviors when they are in pain or uncomfortable. Here are the signs to look for.
Recognizing and Managing Pain in Your School-age Child
School-age children may display different behaviors when they are in pain or uncomfortable. Here are the signs to look for.
Recognizing and Managing Pain in Your Teen
Teens may display different behaviors when they are in pain or uncomfortable. Here are the signs to look for.
Opioids for Pain Relief
A doctor may prescribe an opioid pain medicine (also called a narcotic) for your child. Learn more about how opioids work.
Imagination for Relaxation
The ability to think in images or pictures is a skill that comes easily to children and teens, and can also be helpful for pain management.
Undiagnosed Diseases Network (UDN)
Research program funded by the National Institute of Health (NIH). Some patients seen in the CHOP UDP are eligible and will also be asked if they want to enroll in the research side. You can visit their website to learn more about the research they conduct. Adult patients may be seen by the UDN site at Penn.
National Organization for Rare Disorders (NORD)
An educational link for organizations and individuals concerned with a rare disorder. They monitor legislation, research diseases, award grants and network individuals.
Applying for Pennsylvania Medical Assistance (PAMA)
This resource from Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia describes how to apply for PA medical assistance as secondary insurance.
Orphan Disease Program
Visit this website for details on orphan (rare) diseases and treatments. Additional information like drug development, orphan product designations, and how the FDA supports rare disease research. You can also find a list of drugs approved for rare conditions and ongoing clinical trials.