The American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) is an organization of 67,000 primary care pediatricians, pediatric medical subspecialists, and pediatric surgical specialists dedicated to the health, safety, and well-being of all infants, children, adolescents, and young adults.
As part of that commitment, the AAP publishes expert advice for parents, caregivers, and patients on Pediatric Patient Education. Information can be accessed 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, and many titles also are available in Spanish.
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The Female Athlete Triad (Care of the Young Athlete)
Female athlete triad refers to the
combination of 3 medical conditions—eating problems, menstrual problems, and
weak bones—seen in competitive female athletes. Prevention of the female
athlete triad is important because it can interfere with normal
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The Medical Home for Children With Autism Spectrum Disorder—Autism Toolkit
Parents, pediatricians, and other health care professionals are encouraged to work together so that all of the needs of children and youths are met. This partnership is at the core of what the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) calls a medical home. The medical home is not a physical place but rather
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Thin Body Type (Normal Slenderness)
Your child looks thin or slender. Their weight is more than 20% below the ideal weight for their height. However, your child is well-nourished, with a normal fat tissue layer (8–12 mm). This is measured by a skinfold calipers.
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Throat Infection - Viral
A viral infection of the throat
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Throat Infection - Strep
A bacterial infection of the throat caused by Strep
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Thrush
Thrush is a yeast infection of the mouth in young babies. White patches in the front of the mouth are the hallmark
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Thrush (Candidiasis)—Child Care and Schools
A yeast infection predominately produced by Candida albicans organisms causing mouth infections in young infants
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Thumb Sucking Habit
Information and guidance on thumb sucking habit.
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