Though commonly found in children, lumps and bumps are don’t always require surgery, Dr. Troy Reyna, a pediatric surgeon at CHOC, tells “American Health Journal.” These conditions can occur anywhere under the skin, and are commonly found in the head and neck region, says Dr. Reyna. Learn more about lumps and bumps in “American Health […]
Dr. Leonard Sender Discusses Genomic Cancer Research
Genomic cancer treatment examines a patient’s genomes to reveal individualized treatment to battle cancer, says CHOC’s Dr. Leonard Sender.
Dr. Pierangelo Renella Addresses Cardiac MRIs
A cardiac MRI is an advanced imaging technique that is non-invasive and uses to magnets to help diagnose heart problems, Dr. Pierangelo Renella, a cardiologist at CHOC Heart Institute, tells “American Health Journal.” Using no radiation, cardiac MRIs are often relied upon in cases when standard imaging techniques are insufficient, says Dr. Renella. Learn more […]
Dr. Katherine Andreeff Discusses Bacterial, Viral Infections
Patient history and physical examinations are sometimes not enough to determine whether an infection is viral or bacterial, Dr. Katherine Andreeff, a hospitalist at CHOC, tells “American Health Journal.” In these cases, blood work and imaging may be required to make an accurate diagnosis, says Dr. Andreeff. Hand-washing and vaccination can help prevent infections, whether […]
Dr. Michael Muhonen Discusses Dermoid Cysts
A dermoid cyst is a small bump that is present at birth, and is typically found near a child’s head, Dr. Michael Muhonen, director of neurosurgery and medical director of the CHOC Neuroscience Institute, tells “American Health Journal.” These cysts continue to grow and enlarge with time, and treatment is always surgical, says Dr. Muhonen. […]
Dr. Andrew Shulman Addresses Pain Amplification Syndrome
Pain amplification syndrome is a condition where a patient’s sensitivity to pain is abnormal, Dr. Andrew Shulman, a pediatric rheumatologist at CHOC, tells “American Health Journal.” This problem is more common in older school-age children and adolescents, Dr. Shulman says. As much as 15 to 20 percent of these children have experienced significant musculoskeletal pain, […]
