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… Hip Fracture On this page: … You might have a test such as: An MRI, which gives better images of bones and soft tissues. A CT scan, another way of … of falling. Hip Injuries, Age 11 and Younger Hip Injuries, Age 12 and Older Osteoporosis …
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… Alopecia Areata On this page: … hair follicles , which is where hair growth begins. The damage to the follicle is usually not lasting. Experts don't … the follicles. Alopecia areata is most common in people younger than 20. But children and adults of any age may be …
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… Vitamin B12 Deficiency Anemia On this page: … gums. Feel sick to your stomach and lose weight. Have diarrhea or constipation. If the level of vitamin B12 stays … gums. Feel sick to your stomach and lose weight. Have diarrhea or constipation. If the level of vitamin B12 stays …
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… Concussion On this page: … that after a concussion the brain is more sensitive to damage. So while you are recovering, be sure to avoid … activities. Head Injury, Age 3 and Younger Head Injury, Age 4 and Older Health and Safety, Ages …
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… Caregiving: How to Give a Bed Bath On this page: Overview Overview Bathing a person … If you can, try to let the person choose when they bathe. Younger people who have no problems with blood flow can … be a good idea if the person has been vomiting or has had diarrhea. And it's a good idea to wear a mask if you or the …
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… Media and Your Child: Making Choices On this page: Many families enjoy using TV, … family, and the wider world. But it's important to manage your family's use of digital media. Too much screen time … the recommendations for different age groups. For children younger than 2 years: It's best to not turn on the TV, …
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… Pinworms On this page: What are pinworms? … Anyone can get pinworms, but they are most common in school-aged children. They are usually spread like this: A child … treatment. Pinworm medicine may not be safe for children younger than 2 and women who are pregnant or breastfeeding. …
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… Breast Lumps On this page: Overview Overview Breast lumps are common, especially in women ages 30 to 50. A number of conditions can result in a lump … growth. Several growths in both breasts are more common in younger women. Breast cancer usually feels like a hard or …
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… Child Safety: Preventing Drowning On this page: Overview Overview An infant or … toy. Toilets are drowning hazards, especially for children younger than 3. An older baby or young child can fall … where wells, open postholes, and irrigation canals or drainage ditches are nearby. Fill holes and install fences or …
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… Jellyfish Stings: Allergic Reaction On this page: Overview Overview The reaction that … Headache, dizziness , or vertigo Nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, and stomach cramps Fever and chills Hives and … Headache, dizziness , or vertigo Nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, and stomach cramps Fever and chills Hives and …
