Conditions

Rest, over the counter medicine (such as ibuprofen and aspirin), and fluids are some of the ways that SCD patients can treat mild pain symptoms at home. However, those who experience persistent and severe bouts of pain should seek medical treatment. In addition, children with SCD are at increased...

Pain-associated disability syndrome (PADS) is characterized by at least two months of severe abdominal or chest pain that disrupts daily activities. The pain can occur in either persistent or recurrent episodes.

Periventricular leukomalacia (PVL) is a form of brain injury that can occur in the period before a baby’s anticipated due date. It is characterized by injury to the white matter surrounding the brain’s fluid-filled ventricles.

Physical deconditioning is a process that affects all areas of the body after a long period of inactivity. This could include an inactive lifestyle or extended bedrest, especially after a severe injury or chronic disease.

Prematurity is defined as an infant born before 37 weeks gestation. Approximately 10 percent of babies born in the United States are premature, with survivors born as early as 24 weeks gestation.