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… also known as GAS or strep, can infect anyone at any age. Infections generally result in mild illnesses. The most … yellow patches at the back of the throat and, in children, abdominal pain. Impetigo is a skin infection and common in children. …
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… Tetracycline - Oral On this page: Uses How To Use Side Effects Precautions Drug … serious side effects, including: nail discoloration muscle pain difficult or painful swallowing signs of kidney … decreased hearing) easy bruising/bleeding severe stomach/abdominal pain yellowing eyes/skin dark urine Tetracycline …
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… Vital Signs in Children On this page: Overview Overview Vital … child is doing. 0 to 12 months old Vital signs for infants ages 0 to 12 months include the following: Heart rate This … normal range is 36.5 C–37.5 C (97.8 F–99.5 F). 12 years and older Vital signs for children ages 12 years and older …
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… Cholesterol Treatment Guidelines On this page: Overview Overview The … stroke or transient ischemic attack (TIA) . Have or had an abdominal aortic aneurysm . Have chronic kidney disease . … and any of the following is true: You are age 40 or older. You are age 30 or older and have had diabetes for …
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… Laparoscopic Surgery for Endometriosis On this page: Surgery Overview What To Expect Why It Is Done How Well … endometriosis implants and scar tissue that may be causing pain or infertility. If an endometriosis cyst is found … Uncontrolled bleeding that results in the need for a larger abdominal incision (laparotomy) to stop the bleeding. Scar …
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… Endometriosis On this page: Health Tools Cause What Increases Your … Endometriosis usually isn't dangerous. But it can cause pain and other problems. What causes it? Experts aren't sure … trying for 12 months. Check your symptoms Menstrual Cramps Abdominal Pain, Age 12 and Older Abnormal Vaginal Bleeding …
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… Skin Changes On this page: Overview Health Tools Check Your Symptoms Self-Care … are you? Less than 12 years Less than 12 years 12 years or older 12 years or older Are you male or female? Male Male … hives. Itching. Swelling. Trouble breathing. Mild belly pain or nausea. Skin changes are a common side effect of …
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… Bruises and Blood Spots Under the Skin On this page: Overview Check Your Symptoms Self-Care Preparing For … are caused by injury. But severe bruising, swelling, and pain that start within 30 minutes of an injury may mean a … if bruising is minimal or only shows up once in a while. Older adults often bruise easily from minor injuries. …
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… How Reading Helps Language Development On this page: Overview Overview Newborns and … comfortable and fun. As your newborn becomes a toddler and older, reading opens him or her to new ideas. It helps your …
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… The vaccines are recommended for those 6 months of age and older. The vaccines are especially important for those at … infection or severe disease, including: People 65 years of age and older Residents of long-term care and assisted …
