The world of autism spectrum disorder is constantly changing and we at Seattle Children’s Autism Center are eager to share with parents and caregivers what we continue to learn. The Autism Blog offers ...

Reactions to a recent immunization (vaccine) Most are reactions at the shot site (such as pain, swelling, redness) General reactions (such as a fever or being fussy) may also occur ...

At Seattle Children’s, we’re always thinking of the health and well-being of every child, teen and family in the community. We reach beyond our hospital every day to provide programs and services to ...

Swallows an unusual but harmless, non-solid substance Swallows a bad-looking, bad-smelling, or bad tasting food Swallows a non-food substance Ate food or drink that is spoiled or has set out at room ...

Fractures are cracks or breaks in bones. Children and teens may break their finger or thumb bones (phalanges, fah-LAN-jeez), their wrist bones (carpals) or the long bones between their fingers and ...

If your baby is healthy, skip the "What to Do" section. Go directly to the topic that relates to your question for advice. Many newborn rashes that have no clear cause are heat rashes. Heat rashes are ...

Carrie L. Heike, MD, MS, is an attending physician at Seattle Children's Hospital and professor in the Department of Pediatrics at the University of Washington School of Medicine. She completed her ...

Douglas J. Opel, MD, is a professor in the Division of Bioethics and Palliative Care as well the Division of General Pediatrics, Department of Pediatrics, University of Washington School of Medicine, ...

Children with complex mental health issues may have times when they need to stay overnight in the hospital for treatment. When this happens, we have a specialized unit where we treat children ages 4 ...

Injuries to the lips and mouth Includes inner cheeks and the roof of the mouth (hard and soft palate) Front of the mouth includes the tongue. Also, includes the flap under the upper lip (frenulum).

Sleep medicine is the diagnosis and treatment of sleep-related conditions and sleep disorders, including problems problems breathing while sleeping (sleep apnea), falling asleep or staying asleep.

Vascular rings are abnormal arteries around the trachea and esophagus. The arteries can press on the trachea and esophagus, causing problems with breathing and feeding. Before birth, it is normal for ...