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Condition
Stones (Kidney Stones and Bladder Stones)
Kidney stones are hard, small salt and mineral deposits that form in the kidney(s). Bladder stones can start as kidney stones, but they can also develop spontaneously due to poor outflow of urine.
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Epigastric Hernia
Shriners Children's treats this type of hernia in the epigastric region of the abdominal wall, above the belly button and just below the sternum of the rib cage.
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Ganglion Cyst
A ganglion cyst is a fluid-filled sac that often grows on the hand or wrist. Symptoms include numbness, tingling or decreased range of motion. Surgery is only recommended when the condition causes pain.
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Undescended Testicles
Undescended testes is a condition in which one or both of the testicles has not yet moved into the proper position in the scrotum at birth.
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Podcast
Caring for Skeletal Dysplasia
https://www.shrinerschildrens.org/en/News-and-Media/Podcasts/2020/01/Caring-for-Skeletal-DysplasiaPodcast with Dr. Robert Bernstein explaining what skeletal dysplasia is, how common it is, warning signs, and treatment options.
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Our Pediatric Specialty Care
https://www.shrinerschildrens.org/en/Locations/Texas/Our-CareShriners Children's Texas provides family-centered care and treatments for a variety of conditions.
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Our Pediatric Specialty Care
https://www.shrinerschildrens.org/en/Locations/Lexington/Our-CareShriners Children's Lexington provides family-centered care and treatments for a variety of conditions.
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Meatal Stenosis
Meatal stenosis occurs when the opening at the end of the penis (where urine is released) has narrowed. This is common after a circumcision, but can also be present at birth. A surgical approach can correct this issue.
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Thyroglossal Duct Cysts & Sinuses
Shriners Children's offers treatment for thyroglossal duct cysts, which are small lumps or connections that can occur on the neck. Children are born with them, and they can lead to drainage of fluid or infection later in life.
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Exostosis
An exostosis is a benign tumor covered in cartilage that can grow in one or multiple areas of the body, normally around the knee or upper arm. An exostosis can be painless or can cause severe discomfort, requiring surgery.