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… Chronic Lung Disease in Infants On this page: Conditions Basics … in the newborn's lungs is causing breathing and health problems. The lungs trap air or collapse, fill with fluid, … survive. But symptoms may come back and need treatment into early childhood. In time, many children outgrow most of …
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… This makes your skin darken and is a sign of skin damage. There are two types of UV radiation, UVA and UVB. Both … or sunburn damages your skin cells and DNA. It can take years for the effects of repeated sun exposure to show. UV … by clothing or a hat. Do not use sunscreen on children younger than 6 months. How can I protect my eyes? Sunglasses …
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… A cut on an eyelid or lip that doesn't heal well may cause problems with function or leave a noticeable scar. Cuts that remove all of the layers of the skin (avulsion injuries), such as slicing off the tip of a finger. An … Do you have a cut? Cuts are open wounds that slice or tear through the skin. Yes Cut No Cut How old are you? Less …
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… ). Health professionals have a higher risk for needle-stick injuries. A puncture from a used needle increases the risk … wound No Puncture wound How old are you? Less than 12 years Less than 12 years 12 years or older 12 years or older … screws, catheters, and medicine pumps. Yes Diabetes, immune problems, peripheral arterial disease, or surgical hardware …
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… Barking Coughs in Children On this page: Overview Overview If your child has … put your child back in bed with the humidifier blowing nearby. Sleep in your child's room for the rest of the night. … Coughs, Age 11 and Younger Respiratory Problems, Age 11 and Younger Current as of: March 1, …
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… Haemophilus Influenzae B Vaccine - Injection On this page: Uses How To Use Side Effects Precautions Drug … as fainting, dizziness, vision changes, or ringing in the ears just after getting a vaccine injection. Tell the health … some brands), which can cause allergic reactions or other problems. Talk to your health care professional for more …
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… Hydrocortisone for Itching On this page: Overview Overview Hydrocortisone … medicine bottle or box. Do not use the cream on children younger than age 2 unless your doctor tells you to. Do not … that you agree to the Terms of Use and Privacy Policy . Learn how we develop our content . … Overview Hydrocortisone …
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… Reye Syndrome On this page: … disease that most often affects children ages 6 to 12 years old. It can cause brain swelling and liver damage. It … from Reye syndrome in a few weeks and have no lasting problems. What causes it? Experts don't know what causes …
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… Bowel Movements in Babies On this page: Overview Overview How often do … your doctor or nurse advice line if your child has any problems. Constipation, Age 11 and … that you agree to the Terms of Use and Privacy Policy . Learn How this information was developed . … Overview How …
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… Bell's Palsy On this page: … may also affect your sense of taste and how you make tears and saliva. This condition comes on suddenly, often … side of the face is damaged by inflammation. Many health problems can cause weakness or paralysis of the face. If a …
