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… Pains On this page: Conditions Basics Conditions Basics What are growing pains? Growing pains are leg pains that can hurt enough to wake your child at night. Although they can be very painful, they … not caused by a medical problem. What are the symptoms? When a child has growing pains: The pain is in the muscles, …
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… Basics Health Tools What is leukemia? Leukemia is cancer of the blood cells. It … is where blood cells are made. White blood cells help your body fight infection. Red blood cells carry oxygen to all parts of your body. Platelets help your blood clot. When you have leukemia, the bone marrow starts to make a lot …
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… page: What is tongue-tie? Tongue-tie (ankyloglossia) is a problem that is present at birth. It happens when the tissue that attaches the tongue to the bottom of … may be made fun of by peers. How is it diagnosed? Your doctor will do a physical examination of your child's …
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… page: What is anemia? Having anemia means you don't have enough red blood cells . Your body needs … , can destroy red blood cells. What are the symptoms? When you have anemia, you may feel dizzy, tired, and weak. …
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… and they may want more privacy. Building trust with your teen and discussing tough topics can help you navigate … and downs of adolescence. Teen growth and development Learn what to expect during your child’s teen years. … Parenting teens …
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… Teaching Your Young Child About Consent On this page: Overview … or be physically close to them. Someone gives consent when they know exactly what they are being asked to do, and they agree clearly, …
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… Myalgic Encephalomyelitis/Chronic Fatigue Syndrome: Managing Your Energy On this page: Overview Overview Two techniques can help you manage your energy when you have ME/CFS. They are: Staying within your energy … activities so that you can rest when you need to. No matter what kind of activity you are doing—physical, mental, …
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… is used to prevent pregnancy. It's a soft plastic ring that you put into your vagina. It's also called the vaginal ring. … period. How well does it work? In the first year of use: When the ring is used exactly as directed , fewer than 1 … , 9 or more people out of 100 have an unplanned pregnancy. What are the advantages of using the ring for birth control? …
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… page: What is Guillain-Barré syndrome? Guillain-Barré syndrome (say "ghee-YAN bah-RAY") is a problem with your nervous system . It causes muscle weakness, loss of … is Guillain-Barré syndrome diagnosed? Your doctor will ask when your symptoms started and how they have changed. He or …
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… page: What is gastroparesis? After a meal, the stomach normally empties in 1½ to 2 hours. When you have gastroparesis, your stomach takes a lot longer to …
