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… Physical Abuse On this page: Overview Check Your Symptoms Self-Care Preparing For … Violence can happen to anyone—children, teens, adults, older adults, or people with disabilities. You are not to … you need it. Talk to your local child or adult protective agency, the police, or a health professional, such as a …
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… Cerebral Palsy On this page: Health Tools Cause Prevention Symptoms … may be either very floppy or very stiff. As your child gets older, new symptoms may appear, or symptoms may change or … the first time, call your doctor or seek care right away.) Constipation that isn't relieved by home treatment. Skin …
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… Alcohol and Drug Use On this page: Overview Health Tools Check Your Symptoms Self-Care … shaky, and feeling anxious. Substance use disorder in older people may go unnoticed, since the signs may be … an active role in managing a health condition. Stress Management: Relaxing Your Mind and Body Check Your Symptoms Are …
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… Knee Problems and Injuries On this page: Overview Check Your Symptoms Self-Care Preparing For … bones inside the knee joint is covered by articular cartilage. It absorbs shock and provides a smooth, gliding surface … than others. Many jobs, sports and activities, getting older, or having a disease such as osteoporosis or arthritis …
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… Arm Problems, Non-Injury On this page: Overview Check Your Symptoms Self-Care Preparing For … tingling, weakness, or changes in temperature or colour. Older adults have a greater chance of having arm problems. That's because they lose muscle mass as they age. Children may have arm problems because they are usually …
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… Burns to the Eye On this page: Overview Check Your Symptoms Self-Care Preparing For … fumes get into the eye. Many substances won't cause damage if they are flushed out of the eye quickly. Acids (such … old are you? Less than 4 years Less than 4 years 4 years or older 4 years or older Are you male or female? Male Male …
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… symptoms of respiratory illnesses. Chest Problems Coughs, Age 11 and Younger Coughs, Age 12 and Older Respiratory Problems, Age 11 and Younger Respiratory …
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… Elder Abuse On this page: Overview Overview What is elder abuse? Elder abuse is the mistreatment of an older person. It can be physical abuse, emotional abuse, or … marks. Cuts, punctures, or untreated injuries in various stages of healing. Broken bones, including the skull. Sprains, …
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… Eye Problems, Non-Injury On this page: Overview Health Tools Check Your Symptoms Self-Care … eye problems Common types of eye problems include: Drainage from the eyes or excessive tearing. Blocked tear ducts. … old are you? Less than 4 years Less than 4 years 4 years or older 4 years or older Are you male or female? Male Male …
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… Toothache and Gum Problems On this page: Overview Health Tools Check Your Symptoms Self-Care … decay . But you might not have a toothache in the early stages of decay. Other reasons for a toothache might include: … are you? Less than 12 years Less than 12 years 12 years or older 12 years or older Are you male or female? Male Male …
