Your child has been diagnosed with a hepatitis infection. Hepatitis causes inflammation of the liver. This document covers symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment of a hepatitis B infection.

A HIDA scan is also called a hepatobiliary scintigraphy. It's a test that checks the function of your child’s liver, gallbladder, and bile ducts (tubes inside and outside the liver). It can show where bile is blocked or leaking.

A liver biopsy is a quick test that helps see how healthy your child's liver is. Learn more about this procedure, such as why your child may need it, how it's done, possible risks and complications, and when to contact your doctor.

This sheet describes common tests that may be done for liver problems. Your child's health care provider will tell you which of these tests your child needs.

Your child has been diagnosed with a liver problem. This sheet describes some of the common signs and symptoms your child may experience. Some mean your child should go to the emergency room. Others are not as serious, but you should still tell your child's doctor the first time you notice them.

The liver is in the upper right part of the belly. Most of it is protected by the ribs. The liver is a vital organ that has many jobs. This sheet details the function and anatomy of the liver.

Learn how to take steps to protect your child and the rest of your family from the most common types of viral hepatitis.

Learn about hepatitis A virus in your child, including symptoms, diagnosis, treatment, and possible complications.

A look at the symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment of infantile hypertrophic pyloric stenosis.

Intussusception occurs when a part of the bowel slides inside another part. The bowel can slide back out by itself. Or it can get stuck. Blood supply to part of the bowel could then become blocked. Read on for more details.