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… clean and soothe your itchy skin. Always stay with young children when they are in a bathtub. Do not use soap, or use … are not recommended for children younger than 6 years. Help children avoid scratching and infection It can … on his or her hands to prevent scratching. Or use light bandages over open blisters. Wash the child's hands often. …
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… Diaper Rash On this page: Overview Check Your Symptoms Self-Care Preparing For … is the most common skin problem in babies and young children. The skin may look red, raw, scalded, or burned. A … No Diaper rash concern How old are you? Less than 12 years Less than 12 years 12 years or older 12 years or older …
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… Vegan Diet On this page: Overview Overview What is a vegan diet? A … oil, and canola oil. Is a vegetarian or vegan diet safe for children and teens? A well-planned vegetarian or vegan diet … your baby. footnote 1 Young children Children ages 1 to 2 years need extra fat for brain and nerve development. If you …
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… Brushing and Flossing a Child's Teeth On this page: Getting Started Getting Started Here are some tips for children's dental care. Use a soft cloth to clean your … using a small, soft brush. If your child is younger than 3 years, ask your dentist if it's okay to use a rice-sized …
Medications
… Cromolyn Nebulizer Solution - Inhalation On this page: Uses How To Use Side Effects Precautions Drug … breathing problems may decrease time lost from work or school. If you use this medication you may not need to use … not store in the bathroom. Keep all medications away from children and pets. Do not flush medications down the toilet …
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… Behaviour Rating Scales for ADHD On this page: Overview Overview … measure and compare a child's behavior with that of other children the same age. The Canadian ADHD Resource Alliance (CADDRA) recommends …
Healthy eating
… reaction, please see Severe Allergic Reactions to Food: Children and Teens (HealthLinkBC File 100a) . Is food … allergy. Pediatric allergists see children from birth to 18 years of age. There is no minimum age for food allergy testing. Can …
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… First Appointment On this page: Overview Overview Print this form and fill in the … When was my last menstrual period? _____________ At what age did my menstrual cycles begin? _________ My cycles are: … When was I last screened for colon cancer (if I am over age 50)? _____________ If the results were abnormal, …
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… Male Genital Problems and Injuries On this page: Overview Check Your Symptoms Self-Care Preparing For … Testicular cancer. This is most common from ages 15 to 35 years. It's more common in white people than in black … Your sex partner may also need to be checked and treated. Children may play with toys or other objects near their …
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… Rubella (German Measles) On this page: … rest of the body. Adults also may have joint pain. Older children and teens also may have eye pain, a sore throat, … If you or your child has rubella, don't go to work, school, or daycare for 7 days after the rash first appears. …
