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During chemotherapy, the energy provided by a healthy diet can help you rebuild normal cells. It can also help you keep up your strength and fight infection. These guidelines can help.

When climbing up and down steps using crutches, remember this rule: Up with the good (unaffected leg) and down with the bad (affected leg). Read on for helpful tips and illustrations.

Your doctor will work with you to set up a treatment plan. The plan may include medicines. It might also include ways to find emotional support. To feel more healthy and in control, do your best to follow your plan.

Learn how to use your crutches safely.

Cellulitis is an infection of the deep layers of skin. Cellulitis can get into the bloodstream and lymph nodes and spread all over the body, causing very serious illness. So it's key for a child with cellulitis to get medical care right away. Read on to learn more.

Scabies is an infection caused by tiny mites that burrow into the skin. They cause severe itching. Though children are most commonly infected, anyone can get scabies. Scabies mites can pass from person to person through close physical contact. They can also be passed through shared clothing, towels, and bedding.

Coarctation of the aorta is a narrowing of the aorta. It can lead to heart function getting worse over time, but effective treatments are available.

A corneal ulcer is an open sore on your cornea. In most cases, it's caused by an infection.

Learn about CRE infection, including symptoms, diagnosis, treatment, and prevention.