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… thermometer should I use? A digital thermometer is best for taking temperatures by the armpit and mouth. Fever strips … use. How should I take a child’s temperature? From birth to age 5, the most common way to take a temperature is under … can be used for children who are older than 5 years of age. It is not recommended for children younger than 5 years …
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… Fever or Chills, Age 11 and Younger On this page: Overview Check Your Symptoms Self-Care Preparing For Your Appointment Related Information Check Your Symptoms Overview A fever is … can be caused by exercising, wearing too many clothes, taking a hot bath, or being outside in hot weather. Fever …
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… Fever or Chills, Age 12 and Older On this page: Overview Check Your Symptoms Self-Care Preparing For Your Appointment Related Information Check Your Symptoms Overview A fever is … significant symptoms with the fever. Make sure that you are taking enough foods and fluids and urinating in normal …
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… Abdominal Pain, Age 11 and Younger On this page: Overview Check Your Symptoms Self-Care Preparing For Your Appointment Related Information Check Your Symptoms Overview Abdominal … be serious. Rectal temperatures are the most accurate. Taking an axillary (armpit) temperature is also an option. …
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… Don't take medicine. Instead, try watchful waiting and manage your symptoms at home. Urinary symptoms include needing … effects of medicine may bother you more than your symptoms. Taking medicine may help keep you from needing surgery in … an enlarged prostate . It happens to almost all men as they age. It is not cancer. An enlarged prostate is usually …
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… Respiratory Problems, Age 11 and Younger On this page: Overview Check Your Symptoms Self-Care Preparing For Your Appointment Related Information Check Your Symptoms Overview Most babies … be serious. Rectal temperatures are the most accurate. Taking an axillary (armpit) temperature is also an option. …
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… Menstruation: Not Having a Period by Age 15 On this page: Overview Related Information Overview The menstrual cycle is the …
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… Hip Problems, Age 12 and Older On this page: Overview Check Your Symptoms Self-Care Preparing For Your Appointment Related Information Check Your Symptoms Overview Hip pain …
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… Tony's Story: Taking Medicine for High Cholesterol On this page: Tony's Story Related Information Tony's Story Tony has done well with …
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… Hip Problems, Age 11 and Younger On this page: Overview Check Your Symptoms Self-Care Preparing For Your Appointment Related Information Check Your Symptoms Overview A hip … things that might increase swelling. These things include taking hot showers, using hot tubs, and using hot packs. …
