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… It will probably go away by the time your baby is 2 years old. What causes it? A month or so before birth, a baby's testicles move from the belly area down into … is a swollen scrotum. The swelling does not hurt. If your child seems to be in pain, call the doctor. Pain may mean …
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… What is Hirschsprung disease? Hirschsprung disease is a birth defect that affects the nerve cells in the large … that normally push food and waste through the colon. In children who have Hirschsprung disease, nerve cells are … can depend on how severe the problem is and how old the child is. Most newborns pass stool within the first one or …
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… Stomach cramps Nausea Vomiting Bloating Gas If you or your child experience any of these symptoms after visiting a … right away. Who is most at risk of becoming sick? Young children, pregnant people, seniors and people with a … them. When dust containing infected animal waste, such as birth fluids, gets stirred up into the air, germs can spread …
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… of any age. But it's most dangerous for babies, small children, and older adults. Dehydration in babies and small children Babies and small children have a greater chance of … you? Less than 3 months Less than 3 months 3 months to 11 years 3 months to 11 years 12 years or older 12 years or …
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… are trapped there. Ear infections happen mostly to young children. They're the most common kind of ear infection in … infection are out of your control. These include: Being 3 years old or younger. Birth defects or other medical conditions, such as cleft …
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… A hip problem can be hard to deal with, both for the child who has the problem and for the parent or caregiver. A … have other signs of pain. Hip problems may be present at birth (congenital). Or they may develop from injury, … child will look "pigeon-toed" and may have a clumsy walk. Developmental dysplasia of the hip (DDH) . It's caused by a …
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… Children's Health Learning Center Learn about children's … health Children grow and change so quickly. Our Growth and Development topics can tell you what to expect at each stage … Coughs in Children Basic Dental Care Basic Dental Care From Birth to 16 Years Bedwetting in Children Behaviour Rating …
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… non-prescription medicine precautions . Dosage Adults and Children over 12 years of age: The usual dose is 325 mg to 650 mg. Take every … before use. Follow all instructions on the label. Children 11 years and younger: Give acetaminophen every 4 to …
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… Preventing Breath-Holding Spells in Children On this page: Overview Overview … Breath-Holding Spells Growth and Development, Ages 12 to 24 Months Growth and Development, Ages 2 to 5 Years Current as of: March 1, 2023 Author: …
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… Preventing Choking in Small Children Actionset Overview Young children can easily choke … Choking Rescue Procedure: Heimlich Manoeuvre Growth and Development, Ages 1 to 12 Months Health and Safety, Ages 2 to 5 Years Health and Safety, Birth to 2 Years Swallowed or Inhaled Objects …
