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Transverse Myelitis
https://www.shrinerschildrens.org/en/Pediatric-Care/Transverse-MyelitisTransverse myelitis (TM) is a neurological disorder caused by inflammation of the spinal cord that affects mostly children. Doctors and therapists at Shriners Children’s provide prompt, family-centered care to fit your child’s needs.
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Traumatic Wounds
https://www.shrinerschildrens.org/en/Pediatric-Care/Traumatic-WoundsAnimal bites and friction burns, like road rash or treadmill burns, are examples of traumatic wounds we treat at Shriners Children's. When the skin is punctured by a bite or rubbed briskly on a rough surface, a traumatic wound can occur.
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Juvenile Idiopathic Arthritis
https://www.shrinerschildrens.org/en/Pediatric-Care/Juvenile-Idiopathic-ArthritisJuvenile idiopathic arthritis (JIA) is a disease of the immune system in children that causes long-lasting joint swelling or stiffness. Early diagnosis and aggressive treatment of JIA at Shriners Children's is key.
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Lupus
Lupus is a chronic autoimmune disease where the immune system attacks the tissues and organs. At Shriners Children's, lupus is commonly treated with medication.
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Cleft Palate
https://www.shrinerschildrens.org/en/Pediatric-Care/Cleft-PalateA cleft palate occurs when tissues that form the roof of the mouth don’t join together before birth. Shriners Children’s team care repairs and restores each child physically and psychologically.
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Anorectal Malformations
https://www.shrinerschildrens.org/en/Pediatric-Care/Anorectal-MalformationsShriners Children's provides specialized care for children with anorectal malformations and other colorectal and gastrointestinal (GI) health problems.
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Neurogenic Bowel
https://www.shrinerschildrens.org/en/Pediatric-Care/Neurogenic-BowelAt Shriners Children's, we provide specialized care for children with neurogenic bowel and other colorectal and gastrointestinal (GI) health problems.
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News
Pediatric Motility Specialist Joins Shriners Hospitals for Children — Northern California Pediatric Colorectal Program
https://www.shrinerschildrens.org/en/News-and-Media/News/2020/12/Pediatric-motility-specialist-joins-Shriners-Hospitals-for-Children-Northern-California-pediatricShriners Hospitals for Children — Northern California recently welcomed Pediatric GI Motility Disorders Specialist Maheen Ahmed Hassan, M.D., to its medical staff. Dr. Hassan brings exciting new capabilities to the services provided in the hospital’s pediatric colorectal center.
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Overtraining in the Pediatric Athlete
https://www.shrinerschildrens.org/en/News-and-Media/News/2023/04/Overtraining-in-the-Pediatric-AthleteOvertraining can often lead to chronic injuries due to the repetitive stress put on the bones and joints without sufficient time for recovery.
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Nursing Support
https://www.shrinerschildrens.org/en/Providers-and-Research/Nursing-Excellence/Nursing-SupportBecause our nursing team plays such a crucial role in our ability to provide amazing care to children everywhere, we must support them as much as they support our patients.