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… Thumb-Sucking On this page: Is … by little, most children stop on their own at age 3 to 6 years. Why do babies suck their thumbs? Babies have a natural … disorder, such as anxiety . Does thumb-sucking cause any problems? Thumb-sucking in children younger than 4 is …
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… Scarlet Fever On this page: … Swollen lymph nodes in the neck. The rash usually appears one or two days after the fever starts. The rash starts … is treated with antibiotics. Treatment can prevent serious problems. If it's not treated, scarlet fever can lead to …
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… Premature (Preterm) Infant On this page: Overview Health Tools Delivery of Your Preterm Infant Taking Care of Yourself Health Problems in Preterm Newborns Treatments a Preterm Infant May … The First Weeks at Home Looking Ahead to the Childhood Years Overview What is …
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… Child Safety: Pets On this page: Overview Overview Keep pets in good … for injury. You can do these things to help prevent such problems with dogs and other pets. Redirect nibbling, … pet in obedience school, and practice the techniques you learn. Before your pet meets your baby, have someone you know …
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… fun and relaxing. But just like with any other activities, injuries can happen. This topic gives an overview of … in the water. Beached jellyfish, which may look like a clear plastic wrapper, can sting if touched. Jellyfish stings … Stung in eye No Stung in eye Are you having eye or vision problems? Yes Eye or vision problems No Eye or vision …
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… Laryngitis On this page: … steroid medicines (such as those used to treat asthma). Problems with the way you talk or sing. Acid reflux is the … may feel your neck for lumps and check your nose, mouth, ears, and throat. If you have voice problems and hoarseness …
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… children may be more affected than adults are. Examples of problems that are more serious include: A severe allergic … in the mouth or throat. Swelling of the lips, tongue, ears, eyelids, palms of the hands, soles of the feet, and … heavy traffic or other problems may slow you down. Eye Injuries Tick Bites Self-Care Caring for an insect bite or …
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… down. Try to keep the area at or above the level of your heart to help minimize swelling. Ankle Sprain Arm Injuries Elbow Injuries Finger, Hand, and Wrist Injuries Hip Injuries, Age 11 and Younger Hip Problems, Age 12 and Older Leg Injuries Patellar Tracking …
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… Ménière's Disease On this page: … disease? Ménière's (say "men-YEERS") disease is an inner ear problem that affects your hearing and balance. It normally occurs in only one ear at a …
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… Office Ergonomics On this page: Overview Common Office Injuries Using Ergonomics to Prevent Injury Self-Care Where … blood vessels, and spine. You could also be at risk for problems such as tendinopathy and bursitis . These are … ways you can help prevent falls at work. Keep walkways clear of cords, clutter, and spills. Close drawers completely …
