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… points to remember Circumcision is surgery. It causes pain during and after the procedure. After the foreskin is … in his first month, medicine may be used to numb the penis during circumcision. Your baby will probably be awake for … was painful and very stressful for him, so when our second son was born, we decided to leave him uncircumcised. …
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… start learning language from the moment they are born. Babies who hear well learn a lot about their world through … plays an important role in a child’s social and emotional development. It is important to recognize the signs of … have their hearing screened? Every year in B.C., about 100 babies are born with permanent hearing loss (approximately 1 …
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… or midwife may not know about. Newborn screening finds babies who may have one of these rare disorders. Finding and … If not treated, many of these disorders can cause severe developmental delay, other health problems and even sudden … have the sample repeated within 2 weeks. The purpose of the second sample is to double check the few disorders that can …
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… or an injury. Leg injuries are most likely to occur during: Sports or recreational activities. Work-related … what kind of care you may need. These include: Your age . Babies and older adults tend to get sicker quicker. Your … that may occur quickly after a sudden illness or injury. Babies and young children often have several symptoms of …
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… children will bump their heads, especially when they are babies or toddlers and are just learning to roll over, … is serious at any age, but this is especially true for babies . Yes Injury may have been caused by abuse No Injury … a child or other person in your care. When to call for help during self-care Call a doctor if any of the following occur …
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… child will look "pigeon-toed" and may have a clumsy walk. Developmental dysplasia of the hip (DDH) . It's caused by a … what kind of care you may need. These include: Your age . Babies and older adults tend to get sicker quicker. Your … the affected area if it causes pain. When to call for help during self-care Call a doctor if any of the following occur …
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… the area underneath looks red and raw and may bleed. In babies, thrush may cause a rash in the diaper area. Taste … what kind of care you may need. These include: Your age . Babies and older adults tend to get sicker quicker. Your … bitter or metallic taste when eating. When to call for help during self-care Call a doctor if any of the following occur …
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… least 4 weeks after the vaccination. footnote 1 Before or during pregnancy: Flu (influenza), COVID-19, and whooping … and Tdap (tetanus, diphtheria, and pertussis) vaccines during pregnancy is considered safe for your fetus. And … influenza (flu) vaccine yet, get the flu shot before or during your pregnancy. footnote 2 This is especially …
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… seizure begins with a sudden loss of consciousness. During the first 15 to 30 seconds of the seizure, the entire body stiffens as the … isn't breathing. This is the tonic phase of the seizure. During the next 30 to 45 seconds, the muscles jerk …
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… also be made. In some cases, contrast material may be used during the MRI scan to show certain structures more clearly … if it's not in the way.) You will be given a gown to use during the test. If you are allowed to keep some of your … to remove it. The MRI can cause burns with some patches. During the test You will lie on a table that is part of the …
