Condition Allergies in Children Allergies are an overreaction of the immune system. They happen when the immune system fights harmless foreign substances called allergens. Find a Doctor See Related Programs
Condition Apnea of Prematurity Apnea of prematurity refers to what happens when a child doesn’t breathe for more than 20 seconds. Find a Doctor See Related Programs
Condition Asthma Asthma is a chronic condition that causes the airways in the lungs to narrow and swell, making it difficult to breath. Find a Doctor See Related Programs
Condition Bronchiolitis Bronchiolitis is an infection of the lower respiratory tract that usually affects infants. Find a Doctor See Related Programs
Condition Bronchopulmonary Dysplasia Bronchopulmonary dysplasia is a long-term respiratory problem faced by babies born prematurely. Find a Doctor See Related Programs
Condition Encephaloceles An encephalocele is a rare birth defect in which the tissue covering the brain, and a portion of the brain itself, protrude through openings in the skull. Find a Doctor See Related Programs
Condition Obstructive Sleep Apnea (OSA) Obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) is when a child’s breathing is repeatedly blocked during sleep. Find a Doctor See Related Programs
Condition Prematurity A baby born before 37 weeks of pregnancy is considered premature. Slightly fewer than 12 percent of all babies are premature. Find a Doctor See Related Programs
