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… is more noticeable when your child is lying down is usually caused by mucus running down the back of the throat … through the day or occurs with difficulty breathing can be more serious. A child may cough in response to … 11 and Younger Quick Tips: Safely Giving Over-the-Counter Medicines to Children Current as of: March 1, 2023 …
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… Overview Blood draw puncture site The puncture wound caused by a needle stick for a blood sample or to donate … occurs at a puncture site: Use a cold pack for comfort. You can use the cold pack for 10 to 15 minutes every 3 to 4 … occurs at a puncture site: Use a cold pack for comfort. You can use the cold pack for 10 to 15 minutes every 3 to 4 …
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… so nervous that they just don't go to the dentist. But this can lead to serious problems, including infected gums and … teeth, difficulty chewing, and lack of self-confidence because of bad teeth or bad breath. To help get over being … are nervous, and try to explain why. This way your dentist can do everything possible to put you at ease. Ask your …
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… or anxiety, the doctor may prescribe antidepressant medicines to help. These medicines change the levels of some … and family is also a warning sign. Serotonin syndrome. This can happen if your child takes too much antidepressant … day, even if they're feeling better. Suddenly stopping can cause side effects. And if you stop the medicine too soon, …
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… age-related macular degeneration (wet AMD) is injections of medicines into the eye. But in some cases, doctors recommend … will not restore vision that has already been lost because of macular degeneration. But it can sometimes slow down or delay further damage to a …
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… kidney stones. You may need it if: You have large stones caused by an infection ( staghorn calculi ). You were born … on the location of the kidney stone, open surgery usually can completely remove the stone. Risks The risks of open … on the location of the kidney stone, open surgery usually can completely remove the stone. Risks The risks of open …
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… Surgery Overview This surgery is done to see if cancer has spread to a lymph node. Some lymph nodes are … no farther. footnote 1 Risks Surgery to remove lymph nodes can cause many side effects. The risks include: Buildup of fluid …
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… and pelvis. Usually the disease must be causing significant symptoms or be limb-threatening before bypass surgery … Should I Have Surgery? How Well It Works Bypass surgery can restore blood flow and relieve intermittent claudication … Leg swelling. Failed or blocked grafts. Sexual dysfunction caused by nerve damage in the pelvis. Citations …
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… (PKU) is a rare genetic condition in which the body cannot break down an amino acid called phenylalanine (say … and dairy products. If PKU is not treated, phenylalanine can build up in the blood and lead to intellectual … with PKU need to start treatment soon after birth. What causes it? Phenylketonuria (PKU) is passed down through …
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… are an overlooked drowning danger for children. A child can fall into the water and drown. Hair can get tangled in drains or jets. And body parts can get … has occurred from extremely hot water. Hot water can cause drowsiness and loss of consciousness. Heatstroke is …
