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… spells? Breath-holding spells are brief periods when young children stop breathing for up to 1 minute. These spells often cause a child to pass out (lose consciousness). Breath-holding spells usually occur when a young child is angry, frustrated, in pain, or afraid. But the …
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… that belongs to the class of drugs called atypical antipsychotics. It works by helping to restore the balance of … such as hard work or exercise in hot weather, or using hot tubs. When the weather is hot, drink a lot of fluids and … not store in the bathroom. Keep all medications away from children and pets. Do not flush medications down the toilet …
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… will make using your walking aid easier and safer. General safety when using walking aids Look straight ahead, not down … trip, slip, or fall. Be very careful around pets and small children. They can be unpredictable and get in your path … trip, slip, or fall. Be very careful around pets and small children. They can be unpredictable and get in your path …
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… a bony mound in the knee called the tibial tubercle . Older children and teenagers often get Osgood-Schlatter disease … type of knee pain. This problem can come back while your child is still growing, but it should stop when your child's growth spurt ends. Osgood-Schlatter disease may …
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… Helping Children During Immunizations On this page: Overview Related … less likely to be uncomfortable or upset after getting a shot if he or she is not hungry or tired. You can also help … baby cannot be breastfed. Helping your toddler or young child feel better The following strategies may help decrease …
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… Stress in Children and Teenagers On this page: Overview Overview Children and teens notice and react to stress in their … their own stress. It is important to recognize stress in children and teens and help them with healthy coping …
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… Health Tools What Increases Your Risk Prevention Symptoms What Happens When to Call a Doctor … joints because the cartilage wears down at an uneven rate. Prevention You can take steps to help prevent arthritis . If … or they get worse, your doctor may recommend: Steroid shots in the joint to reduce swelling. Pain medicine called …
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… range from mild to severe. Stuttering that starts during a child's early language-learning years (ages 2 through 7 … . It's a normal part of language development. Most children aren't bothered by it and may not even notice that … Draw out (prolong) a sound or syllable. For example, a child may say "I am fffive years old." Try to say a word or …
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… is. Your age also affects how your skin reacts to the sun. Children's skin is more sensitive to sunlight. You may get a … moderate, or mild? The symptoms in an adult or older child are different than the symptoms in a baby or toddler . … think about these issues: With a high fever : You feel very hot. It is likely one of the highest fevers you've ever had. …
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… On this page: Overview Overview Children's language development is likely to progress faster … when they are often given the chance to interact with both children and adults. Talking with other children Children who often play with others who are about …
