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IV infiltration is when some of the fluid leaks out under the skin where the IV tube has been put into your vein. You may have swelling, pain, burning in the IV area. This is a common problem.

Dystonia is a condition that causes muscle movements that you can’t control. There are many kinds of dystonia. Focal dystonia means it happens in 1 part of the body. Task-specific means it causes problems with certain tasks, such as writing, playing a musical instrument, or playing a sport.

Vitiligo is a skin disorder that causes the skin to lose its natural color (pigmentation). Learn more about this condition, including symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment.

A nevus is a colored growth on your eye. It’s much like a mole on your skin.

Learn more about crown or gum lengthening to raise or even out your gum line.

If you are at risk for vision loss, you may be told to check your eyesight regularly using the Amsler grid. Here is the grid and instructions for using it.

Your child has been diagnosed with vesicoureteral reflux (VUR). This condition affects the urinary tract. VUR isn't painful. And it can be treated or managed. In some cases, children even outgrow the condition. Your child's health care provider will tell you more about choices for your child.

Hydronephrosis is swelling of a kidney due to a backup of urine. It may be mild, moderate, or severe. Often, the condition is not serious. For many children, the problem goes away with time. In some cases, treatment is needed. Read on to learn more.

The Herbst appliance is used to help line up your top and bottom jaws to improve your bite.