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Physical changes during the second trimester

… your face Breathe steam from a hot shower, a pot of boiling water, or a vaporizer Use a cool mist humidifier Massage … under your eyes, and down the sides of your nose Drink water Try saltwater nose drops made from 1/4 teaspoon of salt dissolved in …

Swollen Glands Hernias and Other Lumps Under the Skin

… swell when you have a cold or sore throat. More serious infections may cause the glands to get bigger and become … 20 to 30 minutes, 3 or 4 times a day. Or you can use a hot water bottle over a damp towel. Be careful not to burn your skin. Don't use water that's warmer than bathwater. When to call for help …

Healthy baby hearing and vision

Hearing health for toddlers

… is by breastfeeding. Breastfed toddlers have fewer ear infections, which can affect hearing. Read some more advice … away from second hand smoke. It increase the risk of ear infections Avoid putting your toddler to bed with a bottle, this can cause of ear infections Use only a light towel when cleaning your …

What to Expect When You Have an Extremely Premature Infant

Special Health Concerns During Pregnancy

… in the future. Premature rupture of membranes When your water breaks, it typically means you're about to go into …

Common Questions About Giving Yourself Shots

… to stop the bleeding. Clean the wound with soap and water, and cover it with a bandage, if needed, to protect … and then give the injection in a new spot. What about infections? To help prevent infection when giving yourself a … to stop the bleeding. Clean the wound with soap and water, and cover it with a bandage, if needed, to protect …

Infectious diseases

… Flu) Chickenpox (Varicella) Chickenpox: Preventing Skin Infections Ebola or Marburg Virus Infection Enterovirus D68 … Age 12 and Older Fever Seizures Scarlet Fever Valley Fever Infections Caregiving: Reducing Germs and Infection in the Home Giardiasis Neutropenia: Preventing Infections Protecting Your Child From Infections Symptoms of …

Open Surgery for Kidney Stones

Down Syndrome Ages 1 Month to 1 Year

… you can take to prevent colds and other respiratory infections. A narrow nose and air passages make children … prone to minor blockages from mucus during respiratory infections. A stuffy nose forces your child to breathe … you can take to prevent colds and other respiratory infections. A narrow nose and air passages make children …