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… Choosing a Health Care Provider On this page: Overview Related … about many common medical problems. Some women prefer to use a gynecologist as their primary care doctor. … are looking for in a doctor. Find out whether the doctor is well-trained and experienced, available when needed, and …
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… is a tool that delivers liquid medicine as a fine mist. You breathe in the medicine through a mouthpiece or face … in the medicine for a few minutes. Why is a nebulizer used? A nebulizer may be used to treat respiratory problems. … for Asthma Current as of: November 14, 2022 Author: Healthwise Staff Medical Review: John Pope MD - Pediatrics …
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… in more complex ways. This growth helps them understand and use the nuances and subtleties of language. Step by step, … them. And children who succeed in school tend to develop a healthy self-esteem. Also, children who have good language … Romito MD - Family Medicine Louis Pellegrino MD - Developmental Pediatrics Susan C. Kim MD - Pediatrics Current as …
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… of a urinary problem. Your child may urinate more often because he or she is drinking extra fluid or feeling nervous. Or … UTI. A fever. Frequent need to urinate (frequency) without being able to pass much urine. A strong desire to urinate … or longer Fever for 1 week or more Does your child have a health problem or take medicine that weakens his or her …
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… Information Overview Ice and cold packs can relieve pain, swelling, and inflammation from injuries and other … the slush melts. You can also buy cold packs that can be reused. Store them in your freezer. Some of them are designed … Back Pain Current as of: February 27, 2023 Author: Healthwise Staff Medical Review: William H. Blahd Jr. MD, …
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… days. An ear infection may occur when the eustachian tube swells and closes and fluid builds up in the middle ear. The combination of fluid and germs (from bacteria or viruses) creates a perfect environment for an infection. … Loss of balance No Loss of balance Does your child have a health problem or take medicine that weakens his or her …
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… Thumb-Sucking Versus Pacifier Use On this page: Overview Overview Many … to think about. The advantages of using a pacifier include being able to control when your child is allowed to use it … Thumb-Sucking Current as of: March 1, 2023 Author: Healthwise Staff Medical Review: Susan C. Kim MD - …
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… Loneliness and Your Health On this page: Overview Overview … be difficult and lonely. Health effects Loneliness can cause higher amounts of stress hormones in your body. This can … effects on your body. It can make it hard for you to sleep well, think clearly, and avoid illness. Feeling lonely can …
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… Acetaminophen Use During Pregnancy On this page: Overview Overview While you are pregnant, you may have common problems that aren't … Problems Current as of: November 9, 2022 Author: Healthwise Staff Medical Review: William H. Blahd Jr. MD, …
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… Check Your Symptoms Overview Ear problems may be caused by many different health problems. But ear pain at any age may be a symptom … pain in the outer ear. Pain with chewing. Redness and swelling of the ear, ear canal, or the skin around or behind …
