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… an object. It is a form of child abuse. It may happen to children of all ages, but it's most common in babies younger … Some children die from their injuries. What are the symptoms of abusive head trauma? Symptoms vary among children based on how old they are, how …
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… to Shiga-toxin producing E. coli as E. coli . What are the symptoms? Symptoms of E.coli infection include: Watery diarrhea, which … internal bleeding. HUS can be especially harmful for young children, the elderly, people with weakened immune systems …
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… treated for GERD. If you have persistent nighttime asthma symptoms, especially coughing and wheezing, GERD could be making your asthma … 3 hours before you go to bed. Asthma in Children Asthma in Teenagers and Adults Gastroesophageal …
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… blocked by food or an object): Can't cry, talk, breathe, or cough. May grasp their throat. May become severely anxious … manoeuvre) is used to clear an obstruction in adults and children older than 1 year. Back blows and chest thrusts are … Older Than 1 Year A person who is choking cannot talk, cough, or breathe, and may turn grey or blue. The Heimlich …
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… the virus even if you don't have blisters. What are the symptoms? The first symptoms of cold sores may include a spot that tingles, … glands in your neck or other parts of the body. Small children sometimes drool before cold sores appear. After the …
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… who is infected. Working in daycare centres for young children. For example, if you change a diaper and don't wash … You may be infected for months, even if you don't have symptoms. What are the symptoms? Giardiasis can cause diarrhea, stomach cramps, …
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… time. You can spread it to another person before you have symptoms. What are the symptoms? Scabies has two main symptoms: Severe itching that … is usually worse at night. Tiny bumps, blisters, or sores . Children tend to have worse skin reactions than adults. …
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… Hair Loss On this page: Cause Prevention Symptoms What Happens When to Call a Doctor Exams and Tests … medical treatments can also cause hair loss. What are the symptoms? Your symptoms will depend on what kind of hair … . Ringworm of the scalp , which is common in children. Types of hair loss There are many types of hair …
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… carried by mosquitoes. Mild cases cause a rash and flu-like symptoms. Some people, especially children, can get more serious forms of the illness, known … in Canada and the continental United States. What are the symptoms? Symptoms of dengue fever may be mild or severe. In …
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… and anytime you think it may be low. Notice if you have symptoms of low blood sugar. These include sweating, … will raise your blood sugar faster than solid foods. Children usually need less than 15 grams of carbohydrate. … If the person can swallow the water without choking or coughing: Give the person about 15 grams of fast-acting …
