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… 24 and 48 months. However, not everyone will show interest during this age range. For some children, the family may … this a special moment. How can I help my child succeed? During the first year, toilet learning can be disrupted. If … health care provider if your child does not use the toilet during the day by 4 years of age or was using the toilet …
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… in the mouth or throat each time the airway is opened during CPR. If you see an object, remove it. Do not do any … in the mouth or throat each time the airway is opened during CPR. If you see the object, take it out. But if you … in the mouth or throat each time the airway is opened during CPR. If you see an object, remove it. Do not do any …
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… months of life. It's normal for a baby's head to grow a lot during the first year. But with congenital hydrocephalus, … show the problem before birth. But it can be found during a physical examination soon after birth. Your doctor … months of life. It's normal for a baby's head to grow a lot during the first year. But with congenital hydrocephalus, …
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… home and then back to the surgeon's office the next day. During this second visit, the surgeon will check your eye … vision (clouding of the cornea caused by inflammation during healing). This usually goes away on its own. But your … home and then back to the surgeon's office the next day. During this second visit, the surgeon will check your eye …
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… a diseased heart and replaces it with a donor heart. During a heart transplant, a mechanical pump circulates … because some of the nerves that control your heart were cut during your surgery. After a heart transplant, you must … a diseased heart and replaces it with a donor heart. During a heart transplant, a mechanical pump circulates …
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… products you take. Some may increase the risk of problems during your test. Your doctor will tell you if you should … bandaged. If general anesthesia is used, you will be asleep during the procedure. But the same method will be used. For … products you take. Some may increase the risk of problems during your test. Your doctor will tell you if you should …
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… an insulin pump, consider switching to insulin injections during your flight. The change in air pressure may alter how … you may not be allowed to use all of the pump's features during the flight. International travel When you are … an insulin pump, consider switching to insulin injections during your flight. The change in air pressure may alter how …
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… or appears to have no energy Cries more than usual or cries during sleep Has refused two feedings in a row or is … or less than usual. He or she may suddenly start waking up during sleeping, appearing to be in pain. Even if a baby is … or appears to have no energy Cries more than usual or cries during sleep Has refused two feedings in a row or is …
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… more easily treated. Protect your skin Stay out of the sun during the peak hours of UV radiation, from 10 a.m. to 4 … not heal after an injury. Have your doctor check your skin during any other health examinations. Most experts recommend … more easily treated. Protect your skin Stay out of the sun during the peak hours of UV radiation, from 10 a.m. to 4 …
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… children and teenagers often get Osgood-Schlatter disease during a growth spurt. Certain young athletes, such as … and swell. This kind of stress is more likely to happen during a growth spurt, when your child's leg bones are … children and teenagers often get Osgood-Schlatter disease during a growth spurt. Certain young athletes, such as …
