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… is also used to control nighttime bedwetting in children. It reduces how often your child urinates and decreases the number of bedwetting … the bathroom. Keep all medications away from children and pets. Do not flush medications down the toilet or pour them …
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… handling the tablet. If needed, an adult should help a child take this medication properly. Watch the child for at least 30 minutes after each dose to make sure … the bathroom. Keep all medications away from children and pets. Do not flush medications down the toilet or pour them …
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… Overview Treatment Overview Many children with ADHD need behaviour therapy to help them … practice behaviour therapy at different ages: Preschool-age children (5 and younger) Be aware of your child's need for routine and structure. Even small changes …
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… pains are leg pains that can hurt enough to wake your child at night. Although they can be very painful, they are … as early as the toddler years, or they can start later in childhood. Sometimes teens have growing pains. After growing pains start, a child may have them off and on for 1 or 2 years. Not all …
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… to thrive? Failure to thrive is a term used to describe a child who seems to be gaining weight or height more slowly than other children of the same age and sex. A baby who has failed to … conditions, such as anemia or thyroid problems. Some children do not thrive as expected because they do not get …
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… 5 to 13 On this page: If your child with Down syndrome is between the ages of 5 and 13, … to help you manage your feelings and plan for your child's long-term care needs. Your doctor will likely address a variety of issues during your child's regularly scheduled checkups. In addition to talking …
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… Tips for Parents of Children With Epilepsy On this page: Overview Overview If your child has epilepsy , there are many ways to lower his or her … on cribs and beds, and use padded side rails on your older child's bed. But don't use sleep positioners, bumper pads, …
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… at the same time. Strabismus most often begins in early childhood. It is sometimes called crossed-eyes, walleye, or … to merge what one eye sees with what the other eye sees. A child rarely outgrows strabismus after it has developed. … can cause permanent vision problems. For example, if the child is not using one eye because it is misaligned, the …
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… A parent or other responsible adult should supervise a child who is using this machine. If you have any questions, … the nose). This medication may temporarily slow down a child's growth if used for a long time. However, poorly … the bathroom. Keep all medications away from children and pets. Do not flush medications down the toilet or pour them …
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… Diabetes in Children: Special Camps On this page: Overview Overview Camps for children who have diabetes give your child a chance to meet and share experiences with other …