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… meaning a speech and language development problem. If your child does not reach developmental milestones on … or stagnant speech development. Problems understanding your child's speech at 24 months of age; strangers having … in communicating. Also, talk to your health professional anytime you or another caregiver has concerns about your …
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… and physical activity later in life. Things that increase your risk for osteoporosis include: Your age. Bones naturally become thinner as you get older. … bed, wheelchair, or other type of chair for long periods of time. Having a slender body frame. People with small body …
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… babies burp readily on their own after 2 months of age. Sometimes breast milk or formula comes up with the air when the … the baby in an upright position. Try placing the baby over your shoulder or in a sitting position on your lap. If you place the baby on your lap, place your hand …
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… hard to treat. Often the first place you have a problem is your feet. When you lose the ability to feel your toes and feet, you are more likely to injure them … Infections of the feet can spread up into the leg. Sometimes the infection is so severe that toes, the foot, and/or …
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… cough, or make sounds, then: Put the baby face down on your forearm so their head is lower than the their chest. Support the baby's head in your palm, against your thigh. Don't cover their mouth or … breaths, look for an object in the mouth or throat each time the airway is opened during CPR. If you see the object, …
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… where the bone is close to the skin, such as right over your kneecap, the point of your elbow, or your spine. Some people also find it is more … and cold when you finish. You can do an ice massage several times a day if it helps you. …
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… may occur suddenly with an injury or develop slowly over time because of wear and tear. A chip, crack, or break in … tooth enamel is less serious than one to a deeper layer of your tooth . A chip may result from grinding the teeth at … dental appliance, such as an orthodontic wire, may irritate your mouth and, if left in a mouth wound, can delay healing …
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… few minutes after breathing in smoke or fumes from a fire. Your breathing should return to normal within a short period of time, about 30 minutes. If your breathing does not return to normal or if your …
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… Fever with no other cause. Blurred or decreased vision. Your eyes may often water or tear. You may notice a small amount of white or creamy drainage at times. If you have no pain or other symptoms, home treatment … ). Any signs of infection along with a change in your vision or other symptoms need to be evaluated by a …
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… or face mask. This sends the medicine directly to your airways and lungs. Depending on your needs, you can get a small, portable nebulizer or one … have parts that need to be washed and air-dried each time you use them. What is it used for? A nebulizer may be …
