A red birthmark known as a child nevus is named for its pigmentation. The cluster of blood vessels near the skin's surface is what gives the skin its red tint. Young toddlers and newborns are the most common demographic for these birthmarks. Child nevus does not usually manifest itself at birth. The mark can also develop in infants as young as a few weeks old. By the time a youngster reaches the age of 10, they us  Read More

Childhood obesity can be managed by following certain therapies and weight-loss programs directed by pediatricians or therapists. 1. Therapy for childhood obesity is determined by your child's age and the presence of underlying medical issues. Treatment usually entails modifications in your child's food choices and amount of physical exercise. In some cases, treatment may entail drugs or weight-loss surgery. 2. Chi  Read More

Langerhans cell histiocytosis (LCH) is a spectrum of rare disorders characterized by overproduction (proliferation) and accumulation of a specific type of white blood cell (histiocyte) in the various tissues and organs of the body (lesions). The lesions may include certain distinctive Langerhans cells involved in certain immune responses, as well as other white blood cells (e.g.,lymphocytes, monocytes, eosinophils). Associated symptoms and fin  Read More

An autoimmune disorder called moravcsik-marinesco-sjogren syndrome makes your immune system malfunction and attack healthy cells instead of foreign bacteria or viruses. Your white blood cells target the glands in charge of producing moisture instead of protecting you from pathogens as they would normally do. When that occurs, they are unable to produce saliva or tears, which causes your mouth, eyes, and other body parts to dry  Read More