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… Vietnamese What is roseola? Roseola is a common illness caused by a virus. It mainly affects children between 6 months and 2 years of age. The disease is … Keep clothing light, just a shirt and shorts or a diaper Treating the fever. Your child should rest in bed until the …
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… What causes it? It's not clear what causes IBS. It may be caused by problems with the way the brain communicates with the … try to rule out other causes of belly problems, such as eating a new food; eating sugar-rich foods, especially milk …
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… intubation). Lidocaine jelly is also used to relieve pain caused by swelling of the urinary tract (urethritis). It … on your medical condition and response to treatment. In children, the dosage is also based on age and weight. Do not … ingredients, which can cause allergic reactions or other problems. Talk to your pharmacist for more details. Before …
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… symptoms. It helps reduce episodes of flushing and sweating of the upper body and face, commonly called hot … for more details. Lifestyle changes that help promote healthy bones include increasing weight-bearing exercise, … not store in the bathroom. Keep all medications away from children and pets. Do not flush medications down the toilet …
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… most likely to be affected by particle pollution include: Children Older adults Those with heart or lung disease, such … disease (COPD) People who are pregnant and their unborn children How can I protect my health against particle … during pollution events When outdoor air quality is poor, it is important to take action to reduce exposure: …
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… as chest/jaw/left arm pain, shortness of breath, unusual sweating) or signs of a stroke (such as weakness on one side … ingredients, which can cause allergic reactions or other problems. Talk to your pharmacist for more details. Before … dental exams and learn how to keep your teeth and gums healthy. If you have jaw pain, tell your doctor and dentist …
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… suffer from postpartum depression , which can cause serious problems for both you and your newborn. If you and your … take care of yourself the way you need to in order to stay healthy for your baby. You have tried other treatment, and … hospital a few extra days to be watched for any problems caused by the drug. Don't take antidepressants Don't take …
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… Home isolation will help stop the spread to others. Young children and people with weak immune systems are at the … sick. What is Tuberculosis (TB)? TB is a serious disease caused by a germ (bacteria) that spreads through the air … contact with others Take your medicines as directed, eat healthy foods and get plenty of rest Wear a mask that covers …
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… about how your diagnosis makes them feel. Talking to your children It may help to plan ahead how you will talk to your children about your cancer diagnosis. Here are some things … age. Here are some ideas about the kinds of information children of different ages can handle. Very young children. …
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… Information Overview What is egocentric thinking in young children? Egocentric thinking is the normal tendency for a … as it relates to them. This is not selfishness. Young children are unable to understand different points of view. … something to happen, and it does, the child believes they caused it to happen. If your child is mad at a friend and …