When Your Child Has Swimmer’s Ear

If your child spends a lot of time in the water and is having ear pain, he or she may have developed otitis externa. This is also known as "swimmer's ear."

When Your Child Has Breath Holding Spells

During a breath-holding spell, your child holds their breath for a while before briefly losing consciousness. Breath-holding spells often happen after a trauma or an emotional upset. They occur most often in children under age 3. They can be scary for both parents and children. But they usually aren't a serious problem. And they often stop by the time a child is 5 or 6 years old.

When Your Child Has Nosebleeds

Nosebleeds are common in children. They usually aren't a sign of a serious problem. You can treat most nosebleeds at home. And you can take steps to help your child prevent them.

When Your Child Has Phimosis

Your child has been diagnosed with phimosis. This is a condition in which your child's foreskin doesn't move over the head of the penis the way it should.

When Your Child Has Fifth Disease

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.