Turner syndrome is a genetic disorder in which one of the X chromosomes is either partially or entirely missing. Because only females have two X chromosomes, this condition only affects biological girls and women. This genetic disorder can result in several health problems, like heart defects, infertility, and short height. This article goes over the
How Fast Do Kids Grow As a parent, it is normal to ask, “how many inches do kids grow in a year” or “how fast do kids grow?” Pediatricians have used standardized growth charts for over fifty years to track children’s growth and normal growth rate. By taking regular measurements of your child’s height, weight,
Fruits and Veggies More Matters! September is Fruits and Veggies More Matters month! This month, and every day, The Pediatric Endocrine and Metabolic Center of Florida encourages families to teach their children the importance of fruits and vegetables for kids to get the essential nutrients they need for their development, growth, and overall health. You
Preparing for the First Day of School As that time of the year approaches, when you start preparing your child for school, it is normal for stress to arise for both parents and children. Every child has their own needs and personality, so every child’s preparation and support looks different, especially in these uncertain times.
Concerned Your Child May Have Diabetes? The Pediatric Endocrine and Metabolic Center of Florida will share warning signs of Type 1 or Juvenile Diabetes in this article. If your child is experiencing any of these symptoms, please make an appointment with the PEMC right away to see one of our pediatricians. We have years of
National Youth Sports Week After spending extended time away from individual and group sports this past year, physical activity is expected to play a vital role in the recovery of young people. From the 19th to the 23rd of July, the Pediatric Endocrine and Metabolic Center of Florida joins the National Council of Youth Sports
Summertime Health Tips While summer is a wonderful, carefree time of year, it can come with the loss of routine and structure, especially in terms of eating. The Pediatric Endocrine and Metabolic Center of Florida is excited to share some tips for healthy summer eating and give parents some great ideas about food to eat
Currently, more than 1200 genetic disorders are known to exist. With proper testing, doctors can identify most of these conditions in children. A genetic specialist can use several methods to diagnose chromosome disorders. These include biochemical testing, karyotyping, preimplantation genetic diagnosis, and neonatal genetic screening. How Can Genetics Help to Predict Diseases? Our genetic makeup
Alzheimer and Brain Awareness Month is observed each year in June. During this month, people worldwide work together to help raise Alzheimer's awareness and show support for those living with Alzheimer's or other types of dementia. This month, people also take time to recognize and appreciate caregivers for their ongoing support towards those living with
From childhood, there are many types of hormones that are produced by the body. They act on different cells to affect various bodily processes and functions. In particular, hormones play crucial roles in the regulation of growth and development, which are crucial processes in the body What are Hormones The body uses hormones to transmit