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Arteriovenous malformations is the abnormal formation of veins and arteries. It can develop in the fetus or newborn baby. Learn more about this condition, including causes, diagnosis, and treatment.

Rathke cleft cysts are noncancerous fluid-filled growths that develop between the parts of the pituitary gland at the base of the brain while a baby is growing in the uterus. This cyst develops from a piece of the fetus' developing Rathke pouch, which ultimately becomes part of the pituitary gland.

When used to treat injuries at home, cryotherapy refers to cold therapy with ice or gel packs that are usually kept in the freezer until needed. These remain one of the simplest, time-tested remedies for managing pain and swelling.

Patient-controlled analgesia (PCA) is a type of pain management that allows you to decide when you will get a dose of pain medicine. You don't need to wait for a nurse, and you can get smaller doses of pain medicine more often.

A paranasal sinus tumor is a cancer that has grown inside your sinuses, the open spaces behind your nose.

Acute osteomyelitis is an infection in the bone. It develops over a short time, usually about 2 weeks. In children, osteomyelitis is more common in the long bones of the arms and legs. But it can affect any bone in the body. Read on to learn more.

Learn about kidney disorders in children and what causes them.

A phobia is an excessive fear of a certain object or situation. It's a fear that lasts for at least 6 months. It is a type of anxiety disorder. Here's what you need to know.

Pleural biopsy is a procedure to remove a tissue sample from the pleura, the membrane that surrounds the lungs.