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Condition
Vaginal Adhesions
Vaginal or labial adhesions occur when the inner vaginal lips stick together; they may resolve on their own or may require topical medication. Girls may experience no symptoms, or in some cases, irritation and urinary tract infections.
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Treatment
Halo Traction
https://shriners-production-cd.azurewebsites.net/en/Pediatric-Care/Halo-TractionShriners Children's skilled physicians use halo traction as a first step in correcting severe scoliosis, kyphosis and other spine deformities. The treatment carefully pulls a child's head and spine upward, applying a slow stretch.
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Condition
Vesicoureteral Reflux
Vesicoureteral Reflux (VUR) occurs when urine flows backward from the bladder to the kidneys.
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Condition
Inguinal Testes
Inguinal testes occurs when the testicle is located anywhere from just above the scrotum to high in the groin.
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Treatment
Peristeen System For Bowel Irrigation
Shriners Children’s colorectal specialists utilize the system to help children with bowel issues flush out the lower part of the bowel as part of their bowel management strategy.
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Condition
Meatal Stenosis
Meatal stenosis occurs when the opening at the end of the penis (where urine is released) has narrowed. This is common after a circumcision, but can also be present at birth. A surgical approach can correct this issue.
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Condition
Flame Burn
A flame burn is caused by contact with fire, such as a burning candle or home fire. Our staff at Shriners Children's treat all flame burns, from small injuries to large burns requiring hospitalization.
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Condition
Abscesses
An abscess is a collection of pus under the skin, caused by a bacterial infection, which shows up as redness, pain, warmth, and swelling.
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Condition
Hemangioma
A hemangioma is a birthmark on the skin, made up of blood vessels. Some will disappear on their own while other types keep growing. Treated with lasers, surgery or cosmetic makeup. Our plastic surgeons can evaluate and provide treatment.
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Condition
Circumcision
A circumcision is the surgical removal of the foreskin, which is the skin covering the head of the penis.