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When a Mother’s Worry Is Something More
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Maternal depression may adversely impact mother-child bonding and child development. Catherine Bonita, MD, talks about her experiences caring for patient families confronting this issue.
When Kidney Transplant Is the Best Option
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Read a case study from the Division of Nephrology about bilateral ptosis, kidney failure and chronic kidney disease, and evaluation for transplantation.
The Hypertension-Renal Problem Connection
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Read a case study from the Division of Nephrology about a 4-year-old boy presented to the Hypertension and Vascular Evaluation (HAVE) Program for a second opinion regarding hypertension.
Preventing Kidney Stone Recurrence
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Read a case study from the Division of Nephrology about a follow-up patient who was the perfect candidate for treatment in CHOP’s multidisciplinary Pediatric Stone Center.
Make the Diagnosis: Fall 2013
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A 4-year-old male who was recently adopted presents with a history of abdominal distention and loose, foul-smelling stools. He does complain occasionally of abdominal discomfort.
Sleepiness, Hunger, Hiccups: Clues to NMO
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Read a case study from the Division of Neurology about a 16-year-old patient with symptoms of sleepiness, hunger and hiccups and her diagnosis of neuromyelitis optica.
HIV-Associated Neurocognitive Disorders
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Read a case study from the Division of Neurology about a 17-year-old male with new academic and attention problems at school with a past history of HIV infection.
When a Headache Lasts for Months
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New daily persistent headache (NDPH) is a descriptive diagnosis for a headache that is constant from the start and lasts for at least 3 months. NDPH is a subtype of chronic daily headache, which occurs in at least 1.5% of children.
Complexities of Treating the TSC Patient
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Read a case study from the Division of Neurology about an 8-year-old female with tuberous sclerosis complex (TSC) and the increased complexities of treating her symptoms.