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Fifth disease is a viral infection that is common in children. Fifth disease is also known as slapped cheek disease. Fifth disease usually goes away on its own.

Tetralogy of Fallot is a congenital heart defect involving 4 different heart defects. Surgery can help treat this condition.

Read on for details about breathing and the different parts of your child's respiratory system.

Your child may need a cardiac catheterization if a heart problem is suspected or to follow a known heart problem. It may also be needed if your child is being prepared for heart surgery and information on the heart is required before treatment.

Liquid vitamin supplements are prescribed for many babies when they leave the hospital. Your baby may need vitamins if they were born early, or has certain health conditions. A breastfed baby may need extra vitamins if the mother eats a vegan diet. Vitamin supplements will help your baby grow and develop normally. They are not meant to replace regular feedings.

RDS is a breathing problem common in premature infants. Many babies born at under 34 to 36 weeks gestational age have some RDS. Your baby may be cared for in the NICU (neonatal intensive care unit) or in another part of the hospital.

A peak flow meter can help you monitor your child's asthma. Learn about using a peak flow meter.

Imaging tests help your doctor find the problem in your chest or lungs and figure out if it affects other parts of your body. Read on to learn more about some of the most common imaging tests.

Coronary artery spasm is a type of angina. Angina is pain that is caused by the heart muscles not getting enough blood. A sudden spasm or narrowing of a blood vessel that supplies the heart causes angina by reducing the amount of oxygen the heart receives. Coronary artery spasms often cause pain. Sometimes severe spasms can lead to irregular heartbeats. They can even cause heart attack, also known as acute myocardial infarction, and sudden death.