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Children with dysphagia have problems swallowing food or liquids. It often affects children who are just learning to eat solid foods. It can make it hard for your child to get enough nutrients for good growth. Read on to learn more.

You had a procedure known as peripheral artery bypass surgery. Follow these instructions on what to do after you get home.

Helpful reminders on how to give yourself an intramucsular (IM) injection in the thigh.

If your child is having trouble swallowing food or liquids safely, the health care provider may suggest tube feeding. Tube feeding is often done with a nasogastric (NG) tube.

If your child is having trouble swallowing food or liquid safely, a feeding tube may be needed. This is a special tube used to put liquid food or medicine straight into your child's stomach or intestine. It may be used if your child can't take enough food or liquid by mouth for proper growth.

Diuretics help reduce the amount of water in the body. They are often prescribed for high blood pressure, heart failure, and certain other conditions.

Your health care provider has prescribed a vasodilator for you. They work by relaxing your blood vessels. Learn more about home care and when to call your provider when you take these medicines.

Your child will likely spend time at the homes of family and friends, at daycare, or at school. Read on to learn what you can do to make it easier for your child and for those who care for them.

Amputation is a surgery to remove part or all of your leg. It's done because tissue in the leg is damaged and can't be healed. Read on to learn about the procedure, and what to expect afterward.