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Encephalitis is inflammation of the brain. It's often caused by a virus. Learn about the symptoms, and how it's diagnosed and treated.

Your child has been diagnosed with Guillain-Barré syndrome (GBS). This is an illness that affects the peripheral nerves. GBS can cause serious health problems. But the illness is often short-term. Many children recover fully. Here's what you need to know.

During a liver transplant, your diseased liver is taken out and replaced with a healthy donor liver. Here's what you can expect before, during, and after your surgery.

NF2-related schwannomatosis (NF2-SWN) makes certain nerve cells more likely to develop tumors. The most common location for tumors is along the nerves in the ears (auditory nerves). This can lead to hearing loss and problems with balance.

Hemophilia is an inherited blood disorder. It occurs when your child is missing proteins called clotting factors in the blood. Clotting factors work with blood cells called platelets to control bleeding. Hemophilia is very serious and must be treated.

Immune Thrombocytopenia (ITP) is a blood disorder that affects the platelets. Platelets (also called thrombocytes) are blood cells that help with clotting. With ITP, there are not enough platelets. As a result, your child can have more bleeding or bruising than normal.

Your child has been diagnosed with cancer. You are likely feeling shocked and scared. You are not alone. Support and treatment are available. Your child’s healthcare team will help you and your child every step of the way.

A team of highly trained specialists will help manage your child's care. You and your child will work closely with them. They will help you make choices about your child's health. They will help you and your child cope with cancer and its treatment. They can also answer your questions.

Your child with cancer will need pain management including medicines and other techniques. Learn more about these options.