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… infected. While molluscum contagiosum is most common among children under 10 years of age, the infection can affect … it can be found throughout the world. How is it treated? In healthy people, the bumps will usually go away on their own … can have an STI and not have any symptoms. Finding and treating an STI reduces the chances of passing infections on …
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… is also used to control nighttime bedwetting in children. It reduces how often your child urinates and … ingredients, which can cause allergic reactions or other problems. Talk to your pharmacist for more details. Before … exposure to very hot weather, strenuous exercise, heavy sweating). The doctor may need to stop or adjust desmopressin …
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… (rehab) program. Amount of growth remaining. Young children who still have a lot of bone growth remaining may … nearby growth areas in the bones. Size of the bones. Older children have larger bones, which are easier to fit with … surgical team of the potential for cervical (neck) spine problems. Juvenile Idiopathic Arthritis …
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… blood levels, and response to treatment. The dosage in children may also be based on weight. Your doctor may direct … suicidal thoughts/attempts, or other mental/mood problems. Tell your doctor right away if you or your … confusion, and dizziness can increase the risk of falling. Children may be more sensitive to the side effects of the …
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… this medication without consulting your doctor. Avoid eating grapefruit or drinking grapefruit juice while using … eyes/skin bloody/red/pink/dark urine signs of kidney problems (such as change in the amount of urine) A very … not store in the bathroom. Keep all medications away from children and pets. Do not flush medications down the toilet …
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… disease may be more likely to occur in people with kidney problems and in people with serious blood diseases. Liver … is used to treat ongoing high levels of iron in the body caused by multiple blood transfusions. It is also used to … need to stop or adjust deferasirox treatment, especially in children. Children may be more sensitive to the side effects …
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… disease may be more likely to occur in people with kidney problems and in people with serious blood diseases. Liver … is used to treat ongoing high levels of iron in the body caused by multiple blood transfusions. It is also used to … need to stop or adjust deferasirox treatment, especially in children. Children may be more sensitive to the side effects …
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… (4 grams) of acetaminophen a day. People with liver problems and children should take less acetaminophen. Ask your doctor or … symptoms may include nausea, vomiting, loss of appetite, sweating, stomach/abdominal pain, extreme tiredness, yellowing …
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… pregnancy. Lupus increases the risk of fetal and pregnancy problems. This includes premature birth and stillbirth. This … treatment may improve your chances of having a healthy pregnancy. Complications of … treatment may improve your chances of having a healthy pregnancy. Complications of …
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… Ringworm is an infection on your skin, hair, or nails. It's caused by a fungus . The medical term for fungal infections … scalp occurs all over the world and is most common in young children. Ringworm of the beard is not common. What causes … for several months on people, animals, and personal items. Children are more likely to get ringworm than adults. When …