Birth control misinformation
There is a lot of information out there about the risks and benefits of using different birth control methods. Some of it is accurate... but some isn’t.
What is birth control?
We use the term “birth control” or “contraception” when we are talking about preventing pregnancy — although certain forms of birth control can also be used for other purposes, such as treating common gynecological problems like heavy or painful…
Desinformación sobre los métodos anticonceptivos
Hay mucha información sobre los riesgos y beneficios de los distintos métodos anticonceptivos. Alguna es correcta, pero otra no.
¿Qué son los anticonceptivos?
Usamos el término “anticonceptivos” o “contracepción” cuando hablamos de prevenir el embarazo, aunque ciertos métodos anticonceptivos también pueden usarse con otros fines, como el tratamiento de problemas ginecológicos habituales como períodos…
What to expect from hearing aids for children
Hearing aids can help children with hearing loss lead happier lives. The right device can make it possible for a child to hear and communicate with teachers, family, and friends. And because children can choose their ear-mold colors and designs,…
Caring for children’s hearing aids
Hearing aids are a valuable tool that can help children with hearing loss develop communication skills. But it can take some time for children and families to adjust to wearing and caring for them. In this video, audiologist Heather Rauch, of the…
Choosing hearing aids for children
All hearing aids are not created equal. When it comes time to decide on the right hearing aid for a child, audiologists take many factors into account, such as a child’s age and the degree of their hearing loss. In this video, audiologist Heather…
How do hearing aids for children work?
Children need to hear 30,000 words a day to learn language. For many children with a diagnosis of hearing loss, pediatric hearing aids are crucial to achieving that goal. In this video, audiologist Heather Rauch, of the Department of Otolaryngology…
So much to celebrate
We have so much to celebrate this year, from groundbreaking fetal surgeries to life-changing gene therapies. That’s why we keep working around the clock with one common goal: to give children everywhere the chance for a healthy today — and tomorrow…
What are the symptoms of an ovarian cyst?
Most patients who have a cyst on their ovary don’t have any symptoms — you may not even know it’s there. However, the cyst may cause symptoms if it grows very large or heavy.
What is an ovarian cyst?
An ovarian cyst is a fluid-filled sac that develops in or on the ovary. These cysts are very common in adolescents, especially in those who have started their periods.
¿Cuáles son los síntomas de un quiste de ovario?
La mayoría de las pacientes que tienen un quiste en el ovario no tienen ningún síntoma; es posible que ni siquiera sepa que está ahí. Sin embargo, el quiste puede causar síntomas si crece mucho o es muy pesado.
¿Qué es un quiste de ovario?
Un quiste de ovario es un saco lleno de líquido que se desarrolla en o sobre el ovario. Estos quistes son muy comunes en las adolescentes, especialmente en las que han comenzado sus periodos menstruales.
Chef Sarah and Lincoln: Cooking up joy in the Innovation Kitchen
Lincoln is serving up smiles — and COOKIES! — thanks to his friends in our Innovation Kitchen. He and his family are filling their days with fun activities around the hospital while he waits for a heart transplant. Big thanks to our own Chef Sarah,…
Meet Dr. Anne Hseu
Dr. Anne Hseu always knew she wanted to go into medicine. And during her pediatric otolaryngology fellowship at Boston Children’s Hospital, she realized she’d found her home. Though she loves treating patients clinically, Dr. Hseu’s favorite place…
¿Qué es la anorexia nerviosa?
La anorexia nerviosa es un trastorno alimenticio. Las personas con anorexia nerviosa suelen perder peso y/o tienen dificultad para aumentar de peso. También restringen la cantidad de calorías, los tipos de alimentos que ingieren y hacen mucho…
Understanding endoscopic vacuum-assisted closure (EVAC)
Endoscopic vacuum-assisted closure (EVAC) is a nonsurgical endoscopic procedure that can help avoid open surgery and help allow the esophagus to heal after injury. In Boston Children’s Esophageal and Airway Treatment Center, our skilled clinicians…
Understanding endoscopic incisional therapy
Endoscopic incisional therapy is an advanced endoscopic approach used to treat esophageal strictures that recur after initial treatment. Research at Boston Children’s suggests that endoscopic incisional therapy can be a safe and effective treatment…
¿Qué es el trastorno por déficit de atención e hiperactividad (ADHD)?
El trastorno por déficit de atención e hiperactividad, o ADHD, por sus siglas en inglés, es lo que se conoce como un trastorno del “desarrollo neurológico”, lo que significa que ocurre debido a diferencias en la forma en que se desarrolla el sistema…
What should I know about prenatal care?
In this episode of Boston Children’s Answers Parentcast, we focus on a crucial subject for expecting parents: prenatal care. Dr. Jennifer Arnold is joined by nurse Olivia Oppel, the Clinical Coordinator at Boston Children’s Fetal Care and Surgery…
¿Qué es la esquizofrenia?
La esquizofrenia es un tipo de enfermedad psiquiátrica que se caracteriza por alteraciones en los procesos de pensamiento, las percepciones, la capacidad de respuesta emocional y las interacciones sociales.
Looking for Answers: The Microbiome in Autism
In this video, Dr. Stacey Kahn, Director of the Fecal Micro Transplantation (FMT) Therapeutics Program at Boston Children’s Hospital, shares important insights into how FMT and microbiome-based therapies may be useful in the treatment of autism…
Treating Children with Autism and GI Problems
In this video, Dr. Sonia Arora Ballal, Associate Director of the Fecal Microbiota Transplantation (FMT) and Therapeutics Program and Divisional Wellness Officer at Boston Children’s Hospital, shares how to best treat children with autism who also…
Communicating Pain and Illness: A Challenge for Children with Autism
If your patient has autism, they may have trouble expressing the pain they may be experiencing in association with their GI medical conditions. Dr. Howard C. Shane, the former director of the Center for Communication Enhancement and the Autism…
Behaviors in Autism and GI Issues
In this webinar, Dr. Tim Buie, pediatric gastroenterologist in the Division of Gastroenterology, Hepatology, and Nutrition at Boston Children’s Hospital provides a snapshot of what it is like to care for children with autism from a clinical…