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… Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV) Infection On this page: Condition Overview Cause Symptoms What Happens What … very contagious. Most children have had it at least once by age 2. RSV is usually not something to worry about. But it … system problems People with heart or lung problems Adults older than 65 These people sometimes need treatment in a …
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… In Vitro Fertilization (IVF) On this page: Treatment Overview What To Expect Why It Is Done How … a small incision. This procedure is done when a blockage prevents sperm from being ejaculated or when there is a … 43. Live birth rates are about the same among younger and older women using donor eggs. Women in their late 20s …
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… Evaluating Pain in a Child On this page: Overview Overview Pain can be … isn't always able to recognize a sensation as pain. An older child may be able to describe tingling, cramping, or … if not total, relief. Abdominal Pain, Age 11 and Younger Crying, Age 3 and Younger Hip Injuries, …
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… Getting Enough Iron On this page: Overview Overview What … footnote 2 Recommended daily amount of iron from food Group Age Amount of daily iron Adults Ages 19 and older Ages 19 to 50 (who menstruate) 8 mg. 18 mg. Pregnant …
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… updated August 10, 2013 Between 12 and 18 months is a fun age for toddlers (and their parents!). Your child is … in terms of social and emotional development.  On this page: Social and emotional milestones Play and activity Other … easily Display a sense of owning toys and people Enjoy older children but not play with them Have a security toy or …
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… about teen health Acne. Bullying. Depression. Being a teenager can be tough. Whether you're a teen or a parent, it's … Anorexia Nervosa Bulimia Nervosa . Growth and Development, Ages 15 to 18 Years . Talking With Your Child About Sex . … Recover After a Traumatic Event Hip Injuries, Age 12 and Older Hip Problems, Age 12 and Older HIV Screening HIV …
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… Body Piercing Problems On this page: Overview Check Your Symptoms Self-Care Preparing For … other areas of the ear usually involves piercing the cartilage that gives the ear shape. Piercing ear cartilage creates … 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 …
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… Wisdom Tooth Problems On this page: Conditions Basics Conditions Basics … called wisdom teeth because usually they come in between ages 17 and 21. What causes problems? Wisdom teeth that are … teeth affect people between the ages of 15 and 25. People older than 30 usually don't have problems that require their …
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… explore these lung and airway topics: Chest X-Ray Coughs, Age 12 and Older Pneumonia Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) … Is Asthma in Older Adults: Managing Treatment Asthma in Teenagers and Adults Asthma Treatment Goals Asthma Triggers …
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… Interactive Tool: How Do Temperatures Compare? On this page: What do the results tell you? What's next? … to treat fever, see: Body Temperature . Fever or Chills, Age 12 and Older . Fever or Chills, Age 11 and Younger . …