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  • Who can and cannot use betamethasone for eyes, ears and nose

    NHS medicines information on who can use betamethasone for eyes, ears and nose, and who may not be able to use it.

  • Who can and cannot take bendroflumethiazide

    NHS medicines information on who can take bendroflumethiazide and who may not be able to take it.

  • Who can and cannot take atenolol

    NHS medicines information on who can take atenolol and who may not be able to take it.

  • Prader-Willi syndrome - Management

    Find out how Prader-Willi syndrome (PWS) is managed. Although it cannot be cured, you’ll be supported by a team of healthcare professionals to help you manage the condition.

  • Childhood cataracts - Diagnosis

    Find out how childhood cataracts are diagnosed with the help of newborn screening, vision tests during early childhood and referral to an ophthalmologist (eye specialist).

  • Hirschsprung's disease

    Hirschsprung's disease is a rare bowel condition that is mainly diagnosed in babies and young children. Read about the symptoms, causes and treatments.

  • Developmental dysplasia of the hip

    Developmental dysplasia of the hip is a condition where the ball and socket joint of the hips does not properly form in babies and young children.

  • Burns and scalds - Prevention

    Many severe burns and scalds affect babies and young children. The following advice can help reduce the chances of your child having a serious accident.

  • Tay-Sachs disease

    Tay-Sachs disease is a very rare and usually fatal genetic disorder that causes progressive damage to the nervous system.

  • Croup

    Find out about croup, including the symptoms, what to do if your child has it, and when to get medical help.