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… and use an umbrella at the beach or park. Do not expose babies under 1 year old to any intense, direct sunlight. Wear … or a hat. Do not use sunscreen on children younger than 6 months. How can I protect my eyes? Sunglasses should provide …
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… the breathing tubes and slow healing. Place extra pillows under the upper half of an older child's body, or raise the head of the bed by putting wood blocks under the bed frame. Use saline nose drops and an aspirating … the breathing tubes and slow healing. Place extra pillows under the upper half of an older child's body, or raise the …
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… the gums (erupt). Teething usually begins at around 6 months of age, but it is different for each child. Some … hear it click against an object, such as a spoon. But some babies are fussier than usual when they are teething. This … and go away as soon as the tooth breaks through the gum. Babies may bite on their fingers or toys to help relieve the …
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… Yes Sore throat No Sore throat How old are you? Less than 3 months Less than 3 months 3 to 5 months 3 to 5 months 6 … usual) Is your baby having trouble breathing ? Sometimes babies may have trouble breathing because of a stuffy nose. … might have a fever, but you're not sure. Pain in children under 3 years It can be hard to tell how much pain a baby or …
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… to swallow. If the person can swallow the water without choking or coughing: Give the person about 15 grams of … to swallow. If the person can swallow the water without choking or coughing: Give the person about 15 grams of …
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… Slow or shallow breathing, or not breathing. Gurgling or choking noises. Cold, clammy skin. Blue or purple lips and … Place the person on their side. This can help prevent choking and help them breathe. How can you help prevent an … Slow or shallow breathing, or not breathing. Gurgling or choking noises. Cold, clammy skin. Blue or purple lips and …
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… what kind of care you may need. These include: Your age . Babies and older adults tend to get sicker quicker. Your … than 3.1 m (10 ft) [more than 1.5 m (5 ft) for children under 2 years and adults over 65]. A car crash in which any … that may occur quickly after a sudden illness or injury. Babies and young children often have several symptoms of …
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… the brain. How To Use This medication is given by injection under the skin of the abdomen by a health care professional. … this medication should be used only when clearly needed. Babies born to mothers who have used this drug during the last 3 months of pregnancy may rarely develop symptoms including …
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… (sometimes fatal) side effects. It must be used only under close medical supervision. Some patients may develop a … (sometimes fatal) side effects. It must be used only under close medical supervision. Some patients may develop a …
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… descends (drops) on its own by the time the baby is 3 months old. If your baby's testicle hasn't dropped by the … footnote 1 It is safe and effective and has few risks. Most babies recover quickly. When babies have a testicle that can't be felt, doctors may do a …
