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Request an Appointment Request a Second Opinion What is pityriasis rosea? Pityriasis rosea is a common and mild skin condition characterized by scaly, pink, and inflamed skin. Pityriasis rosea usually starts with a pink or tan oval area on the chest or …
Contact the Fetal-Neonatal Neurology Program 617-355-6388 International +1-617-355-5209 Request an Appointment Request a Second Opinion What is periventricular leukomalacia (PVL)? Periventricular leukomalacia (PVL) is a type of brain injury most common in …
Request an Appointment Request a Second Opinion What is perichondritis? Perichondritis is an infection of the skin and tissue surrounding the cartilage of the outer ear. Perichondritis is usually caused by injury to the ear as a result of: ear piercing …
Contact the Metabolism Program 617-355-4697 Fax 617-730-0466 International +1-617-355-5209 Request an Appointment Request a Second Opinion What is phenylketonuria (PKU)? Phenylketonuria (PKU) is a genetically determined metabolic disorder that is highly …
Request an Appointment Request a Second Opinion What is phimosis and paraphimosis? Phimosis is a constriction of the opening of the foreskin so that it cannot be drawn back over the tip of the penis. This condition is a normal occurrence in the newborn …
Contact the Vascular Anomalies Center 617-355-5226 Fax 617-730-0752 International +1-617-355-5209 Email vascular@childrens.harvard.edu Request an Appointment Request a Second Opinion What is Parkes Weber syndrome (PWS)? PWS is an exceptionally rare …
Contact the Reproductive Endocrinology and PCOS Program 617-355-5776 Fax 617-730-0184 Request an Appointment Request a Second Opinion What is PCOS? Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) is a common condition characterized by a hormonal imbalance resulting in …
Contact the Division of Gastroenterology, Hepatology and Nutrition 617-355-6058 Fax 617-355-0495 Monday - Friday 7:00 AM - 8:00 PM Saturday 9:30 AM - 6:00 PM Request an Appointment Request a Second Opinion Find A Location What is a peptic ulcer? A peptic …
Contact the Division of Immunology 617-355-6117 Fax 617-730-0310 Monday - Friday 7:00 AM - 8:00 PM Request an Appointment Request a Second Opinion What is pollen? Pollen is a fine powdery substance composed of microscopic cells that come from flowering …
Find a Doctor What is polydactyly? Polydactyly is a condition in which a baby is born with one or more extra fingers. It is a common condition that often runs in families. The extra fingers are usually small and abnormally developed. Polydactyly is one of …