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Connecticut Newborn Screening Network A simple blood test can detect more than 60 rare genetic conditions in newborns. If left untreated, these disorders can lead to illness, physical disability, developmental delay, or even death. Nurses perform a heel stick on every newborn in Connecticut to collect a few drops of

Allergic Rhinitis Allergic rhinitis causes symptoms that affect the nose. It develops when the body’s immune system overreacts to something in the environment, such as dust mites or pollen from plants or trees. Allergic rhinitis can either be seasonal or can last year-round. Seasonal allergic

Mental Health As the only health system in the state 100% dedicated to kids, Connecticut Children’s specializes in the unique mental health needs of children, teens and young adults. Our experts work together to provide the support your child and family needs. That includes closely

Arrhythmia (Abnormal or Irregular Heart Beat) An arrhythmia is a problem with the heart’s electrical system that affects how the heart beats. It can cause the heart to beat too fast (tachycardia), too slow (bradycardia) or in an irregular pattern. While many arrhythmias are harmless, some can lead to symptoms or long-term

Auditory Neuropathy/Dysynchrony Auditory neuropathy/dysynchrony is a type of hearing problem. Most children have the problem from birth, but they may not show symptoms right away. Children with this condition may be able to hear sounds and speech but may not hear sounds clearly or may not understand speech. The

Autoimmune Hepatitis Autoimmune hepatitis is a serious liver condition that occurs when a child’s immune system attacks their own liver. Over time, this can damage the liver and cause it to not work properly. This can lead to long-term liver disease. Autoimmune hepatitis is not very common, but

Single Ventricle Defects The heart has two pumping chambers, called ventricles. When a baby is born with only one working ventricle, it’s called a single ventricle defect. This creates serious and complex problems for the heart – but with state-of-the-art care, kids born with these kinds of congenital

Sickle Cell Pulmonary Clinic Connecticut Children’s is one of the few institutions that offer a sickle cell pulmonary clinic. The clinic is devoted to sickle cell patients and is held once every other month.

Congenital Heart Defects (CHD) Most of the conditions in this list are congenital heart defects – a heart problem that a baby is born with. They’re sometimes referred to as congenital heart disorders, or birth defects.

Constipation Constipation occurs when a child has infrequent or difficult-to-pass bowel movements, often resulting in discomfort or pain. It can be caused by a variety of factors, including diet, hydration and muscle function. While occasional constipation is common, persistent issues may

Pain Medicine Research The Division of Pain & Palliative Medicine at Connecticut Children’s Medical Center is at the forefront of pediatric pain research. Our top physicians and researchers are dedicated to easing children’s pain with clinical advances, supported by commercial and private funding along

Heterotaxy Syndrome (Isomerism) Heterotaxy syndrome, also known as isomerism, is a rare disorder that affects where organs are located in the body. During pregnancy, a baby’s heart may develop in the right side of the chest instead of the left. Other organs like the lungs, stomach, liver and spleen may form in

Heart Tumors (Cardiac Tumors) A heart tumor, also known as a cardiac tumor, is an abnormal growth in the heart. It can develop almost anywhere in the heart: inside one of the heart’s chambers, in the outside wall, or in the heart muscle itself. Heart tumors are rare in children. Most are noncancerous (benign)

Immunology A child’s immune system is his or her body’s natural defense against infection. Connecticut Children’s board-certified immunologists evaluate and treat infants, children and adolescents with a wide range of recurring, severe or unusual infections of the immune system. More than

Emergency Medical Treatment In Connecticut Children’s 35-bed emergency department, comprehensive medical services are available to treat a wide range of medical conditions, including: Abdominal or other serious conditions Brain and head injuries Broken bones Burns Infections Poisoning Psychiatric illness