Patient Education

The American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) is an organization of 67,000 primary care pediatricians, pediatric medical subspecialists, and pediatric surgical specialists dedicated to the health, safety, and well-being of all infants, children, adolescents, and young adults.

As part of that commitment, the AAP publishes expert advice for parents, caregivers, and patients on Pediatric Patient Education. Information can be accessed 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, and many titles also are available in Spanish.

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Vaccine Reactions – Normal

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A reaction to a recent immunization (vaccine) shot. Most reactions are at the injection site (such as pain, swelling, redness).

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Umbilical Hernia

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A bulge or swelling in the area of the umbilicus (navel or belly button).

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Umbilical Granuloma

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A small red growth found in the navel after the cord falls off. The navel is also called the belly button or umbilicus.

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Umbilical Cord – Cord Care

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Questions about how to care for the normal umbilical cord or navel in newborns. The navel is also called the belly button or umbilicus.

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