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… first sign of possible abuse. Suspect physical abuse of a child or vulnerable adult when: Any injury cannot be … injuries by reporting abuse. Seek help if: You suspect child abuse or elder abuse . Call your local child or adult protective agency, police, or a health …
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… playing surface, or a road (road rash). School-age children 5 to 9 years old are most affected. Scrapes can happen on any part … worst pain you can imagine? Signs of pain in an adult or child are different than signs of pain in a baby or toddler …
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… not appear until you've had mitral valve stenosis for many years. An early symptom is shortness of breath when you're … fever. Less common causes include: A congenital (from birth) heart defect. Infection of the valve or heart muscle … fever. Less common causes include: A congenital (from birth) heart defect. Infection of the valve or heart muscle …
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… newborn babies. They provide care during pregnancy, labour, birth and the postpartum period. Midwives are autonomous … principles of: Continuity of care Informed choice Choice of birth setting Ethics Evidence-based practice Services … (like your home) (Learn about Choosing Where to Give Birth - Hospital or Home? ) Detect complications in your …
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… concern No Tick bite concern How old are you? Less than 12 years Less than 12 years 12 years or older 12 years or older … on the label. Don't give antihistamines to your child unless you've checked with the doctor first. A spray … Quick Tips: Safely Giving Over-the-Counter Medicines to Children More self-care Insect Repellents Ticks: How to …
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… Binge Eating Disorder Bipolar Disorder Bipolar Disorder in Children and Teens Bipolar Disorder in Children: Other Health Problems That May Occur Bipolar Disorder in Children: School Issues Bipolar Disorder: Helping Someone …
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… , chlamydia , syphilis , or HIV . Vaginal bleeding in a child before the beginning of menstruation is abnormal, as … own or with home treatment. You may feel uneasy if your child's doctor brings up the issue of abuse. But doctors … if there were no witnesses to the injury that caused the child's vaginal bleeding. If you think your child has been …
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… can get pinworms, but they are most common in school-aged children. They are usually spread like this: A child swallows pinworm eggs, and they travel to the child's intestines. In about a month, the eggs hatch into …
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… Warning Signs of Suicide in Children and Teens On this page: Overview Overview Warning signs of suicide in children and teens include: Talking about suicide or wanting … Where to get help 24 hours a day, 7 days a week If your child talks about suicide, self-harm, a mental health …
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… or fatigue No Weakness or fatigue How old are you? 3 years or younger 3 years or younger 4 to 11 years 4 to 11 … of a serious illness? The symptoms in an adult or older child are different than the symptoms in a baby or toddler . … of a serious illness? The symptoms in an adult or older child are different than the symptoms in a baby or toddler . …
