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… Take Action Open/close information section Health Topics Abuse in Vulnerable Adults Acute Stress Disorder (ASD) ADHD … Aggression in Youth Agitation and Dementia Alcohol and Drug Use Alcohol and Drugs: When to Get Help for a Person Who Is … Older Children and Teens About Consent Teaching Your Young Child About Consent Teen Behaviour: What's Typical and …
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… you get in your eyes and that make your eyes burn won't cause serious eye problems. The only treatment needed for … or chemical fumes get into the eye. Many substances won't cause damage if they are flushed out of the eye quickly. Acids … in an adult or older child may be different than in a young child or baby . Yes Diabetes or immune problem No …
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… the tendons. That's even more true if the tendons are overused or if you do repeated overhead arm movements. This age-related wear and tear can cause one or more tendons to rub against the bones. This … Your doctor may recommend rotator cuff surgery if: You are young and your tendon tissue is strong and healthy. There is …
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… in adults. Insulin is a hormone that helps the body's cells use sugar for energy. Without insulin, the sugar can't get … to do its work. It stays in the blood instead. This can cause high blood sugar levels. Over time, high blood sugar can … or sores. Learn more Diabetes: High or Low Blood Sugar in Young Children What Happens Over time, type 2 diabetes can …
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… to start it before your child is ready. Before children can use the toilet, they must be able to control their bowel and … and have mastered other basic motor skills before they can use the toilet by themselves. Most children are physically … a calm period when the family can focus on helping your young child reach this important developmental milestone. …
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… to be removed by a dental hygienist. The bacteria in plaque use sugars to make acids. These acids can damage the gums … Brushing and flossing rid your mouth of the bacteria that cause bad breath. Helps keep teeth white by preventing … twice a day using a small, soft brush. If your child is younger than 3 years, ask your dentist if it's okay to use a …
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… be hard to tell when you have gotten the object out, because a scratched cornea may feel painful and as though … high speed or sharp objects travelling at any speed can cause serious injury to many parts of the eyeball. Injury may … in an adult or older child may be different than in a young child or baby . Yes Diabetes or immune problem No …
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… Hip Injuries, Age 11 and Younger On this page: Overview Check Your Symptoms Self-Care … more than an hour? Weakness means that the child cannot use the leg or hip normally no matter how hard he or she … than 1 hour Do you suspect that the injury may have been caused by abuse? This is a standard question that we ask in …
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… change has affected the skin. In many cases, rashes are caused by skin irritation, which can have many causes. A rash … cause a rash. A few common examples are: Antibiotics. ASA, ibuprofen (Advil, Motrin), and naproxen (Aleve). Pain … and Stings and Spider Bites Tick Bites Rash, Age 11 and Younger Self-Care Most rashes will go away without medical …
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… remember A herniated disc in the lower back is a common cause of back and leg pain. For most people, symptoms get … as Tylenol) and non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs like ibuprofen (such as Advil or Motrin) and naproxen (such as … as Tylenol) and non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs like ibuprofen (such as Advil or Motrin) and naproxen (such as …