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Thrombophilia Testing in Healthy Children with Related Family History
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Read about the prevalence of inherited thrombophilias (IT), potential benefits and limitations of IT testing in healthy children, and recommendations from Children Hospital's experts.
Iron Deficiency Anemia: When Iron Pills Don’t Help
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In the pediatric population, toddlers and adolescent girls are most commonly affected by iron deficiency anemia (IDA). This case study explores when IDA should prompt investigation for malabsorption or bleeding.
Children's Doctor News and Updates - Winter 2017
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The latest news from CHOP include hiring four new chiefs, opening a new urgent care center, partnering with Lancaster General Health and more.
Make the Diagnosis: Winter 2017
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A 13-year-old female presented to an outside hospital with a three-week history of fatigue, emesis, 10-pound weight loss, headache, cough, and intermittent shortness of breath. Read more and see if you can make a diagnosis.
Pediatric Reflections on Food Insecurity
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Screening for food insecurity during well-child visits and connecting families to a network of resources can have a huge impact on struggling families.
Alumni Notes Winter 2017
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Cindy Christian, MD, Alumni Editor, writes about the new Alumni Organization website, how to participate in “Dr. Pat’s Pics,” and how to make a donation in Dr. Berman's memory.
ROHHAD: Rapid-onset Obesity, Breathing and Behavioral Issues Indicate a Very Sick Patient
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This case study explores the symptoms, diagnosis and management of rapid-onset obesity with hypothalamic dysfunction, hypoventilation, and autonomic dysregulation, or ROHHAD.
Adolescent Sleep Issues: Why Are They So Tired?
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In this case study we discuss the assessment of common sleep problems in adolescents, and explore recommendations for developing good sleep habits.
Is ‘Watchful Waiting’ a Reasonable Approach for a Child with Obstructive Sleep Apnea?
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Most children with uncomplicated OSAS, including obese children, show a marked improvement in the number and severity of obstructive events on PSG following adenotonsillectomy.
Context of Anti-smoking Message Improves Quit Rate for Parents
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Brian Jenssen, MD, reflects on the unique position pediatricians are in to educate and motivate parents to protect their children from secondhand smoke, and shares results from a recent study published in Pediatrics.