Conditions

Allergies are problems of the immune system. Most allergic reactions happen when the immune system reacts to a “false alarm.” Lean more about this condition.

Allergy and asthma are among the most common health problems, with more than 50 million people afflicted with asthma, seasonal hay fever, or other allergy-related conditions each year. Learn more about this condition.

Asthma is a chronic, inflammatory disease in which the airways become sensitive to allergens. Learn about asthma in children and how to manage symptoms.

Atopic dermatitis, also called eczema, is a skin disorder that usually appears in babies or very young children, and may last until the child reaches adolescence or adulthood. Eczema causes the skin to itch, turn red and flake. Learn more about this condition.

Obstructive sleep apnea occurs when a child stops breathing during periods of sleep.