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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Mouth Sores—Child Care and SchoolsCategory: infectious_diseases
Herpes simplex virus, canker sores, hand-foot-and-mouth disease, and thrush
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Mouth Ulcers (Mouth Sores) - SymptomCategory: Schmitt Pediatric Care Advice
Painful, shallow ulcers (sores) on the lining of the mouth. Found on the gums, inner lips, inner cheeks, or tongue
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Mumps Exposure - No SymptomsCategory: Neck or Back Symptoms
Information and guidance on exposure (close contact) to a person with confirmed mumps when child has no rash or other symptoms of mumps.
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Mumps—Child Care and SchoolsCategory: infectious_diseases
A viral illness with swelling of one or more of the salivary glands
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Nail Biting HabitCategory: Behavior Problems
Information and guidance on nail biting habit.
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Nasal Rinse - If Child Can Blow NoseCategory: Nose Symptoms
Information and guidance on how to perform nasal rinse.
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Nasal Suction - If Child Can't Blow NoseCategory: Nose Symptoms
Information and guidance on how to perform nasal suction.
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Nausea - Stress RelatedCategory: Abdomen or Digestive Symptoms
Information and guidance on stress-related nausea in children.
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