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Aches, Pains & Injuries

Broken Bones

Many kids will have a broken bone at some point. Here's what to expect.

Buckle Fractures

A buckle or torus fracture is a type of broken bone. One side of the bone bends, raising a little buckle, without breaking the other side of the bone.

Canker Sores

Many people regularly get bothersome canker sores in their mouths. Here's how to help prevent them - and make a kid who has one more comfortable.

Comminuted Fractures

A comminuted fracture is a type of broken bone. The bone is broken into more than two pieces.

Fainting

Fainting is a temporary loss of consciousness. Someone who has fainted will usually recover quickly.

Fever (High Temperature) In Kids

Fevers happen when the body's internal "thermostat" raises the body temperature above normal. This is often the body's way of fighting infections.

Functional Abdominal Pain

Functional abdominal pain is lasting belly pain that doesn't respond to treatment. Many school-age kids have it at some point, but get better without lasting problems.