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… Head Injury, Age 3 and Younger On this page: Overview Check Your Symptoms … Check Your Symptoms Overview Almost all children will bump their heads, especially when they are … Yes Head injury No Head injury How old are you? Less than 4 years Less than 4 years 4 years or older 4 years or older …
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… Down Syndrome, Ages 5 to 13 On this page: If … and exercise. Because excessive weight gain is common for children with Down syndrome, providing your child with … will want updates on your child's academic progress at school. Also discuss any special programs or treatments …
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… Head Injury, Age 4 and Older On this page: Overview Check Your Symptoms … Yes Head injury No Head injury How old are you? Less than 4 years Less than 4 years 4 to 59 years 4 to 59 years 60 years … occur after a sudden illness or injury. Adults and older children often have several symptoms of shock. These …
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… Diarrhea, Age 12 and Older On this page: Overview Check Your Symptoms … you. Are you pregnant? Yes, you know that you're pregnant. Pregnancy No, you're not pregnant, or you're not sure if … a little depending on how you measure it. For adults and children age 12 and older, these are the ranges for high, …
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… Dental Care: 6 Years to 16 Years On this page: Overview … child about the dangers of smoking and second-hand smoke. Children play hard, sometimes hard enough to knock out or …
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… Rash, Age 12 and Older On this page: Overview Check Your Symptoms … irritated that medical care is needed. In adults and older children, rashes are often caused by contact with a … signs of an allergic reaction. Adapted from: Anaphylaxis in Schools and Other Settings , Copyright 2005-2009 Canadian …
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… Antidepressants: How to Care for Your Child On this page: Overview Overview If your child has … clearly. Look for signs that the medicine is working. Children respond to the medicines in different ways. It may … to enjoy activities and time with friends. Do better at school. Have more energy. Worry less. Feel better about …
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… Constipation, Age 12 and Older On this page: Overview Check Your Symptoms … by illness or aging. Medicine use. Overuse of laxatives. Pregnancy. Constipation is sometimes a sign of another … doctor to discuss your symptoms. Pain in adults and older children Severe pain (8 to 10) : The pain is so bad that you …
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… Coughs, Age 12 and Older On this page: Overview Check Your Symptoms … a cough? Yes Cough No Cough How old are you? Less than 12 years Less than 12 years 12 years or older 12 years or older … a little depending on how you measure it. For adults and children age 12 and older, these are the ranges for high, …
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Your Child and the Dentist On this page: Overview Overview Choosing a dentist A visit to the dentist can be a scary thing for children. The odours, the tools, the sounds, and the big … children's, and teenagers' teeth. They have 2 to 3 years more training to meet the special needs of these age