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… carbohydrates. The ketogenic diet can be used to prevent seizures in an adult or a child who has any type of epilepsy. It is not yet clear how or why the ketogenic diet prevents or reduces seizures. One version of the ketogenic …
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… your adolescent's routine checkup, most doctors: Check your child's height and weight, body mass index , blood pressure, … to avoid sun damage. Lifestyle issues, such as pregnancy, prevention of sexually transmitted infections , and the … to avoid sun damage. Lifestyle issues, such as pregnancy, prevention of sexually transmitted infections , and the …
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… Call a Doctor Routine Checkups Overview Children usually move in natural, predictable steps as they … cm (2 in.) each year. Your child will also lose about four baby teeth each year. These are replaced by permanent teeth. … cm (2 in.) each year. Your child will also lose about four baby teeth each year. These are replaced by permanent teeth. …
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… blood sugar right away so that it doesn't harm you or your baby. Checking your blood sugar helps you manage your … sugar emergencies Being prepared Follow these steps to help prevent low blood sugar. If possible, use a continuous … carbohydrate from quick-sugar food, like glucose tablets. Children usually need less than 15 grams of carbohydrate. …
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… effect. The risk of serious liver problems is increased in children younger than 2 years, especially if they have an … to your doctor. If you are taking valproic acid only to prevent migraine headaches, this medication must not be used … that can harm both a pregnant woman and her unborn baby. Uses This medication is used to treat seizure …
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… effect. The risk of serious liver problems is increased in children younger than 2 years, especially if they have an … to your doctor. If you are taking valproate sodium only to prevent migraine headaches, this medication must not be used … that can harm both a pregnant woman and her unborn baby. Uses This medication is used to treat seizure …
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… effect. The risk of serious liver problems is increased in children younger than 2 years, especially if they have an … to your doctor. If you are taking divalproex sodium only to prevent migraine headaches, this medication must not be used … that can harm both a pregnant woman and her unborn baby. Uses This medication is used to treat seizure …
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… such as pills, phototherapy, or injections. Can it be prevented? There is no known way to prevent eczema. If you have family members with eczema, you … elbows. What Happens Eczema is most common in babies and children. It tends to come and go over months to years. It …
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… a test that shows that you have HIV, you can take steps to prevent spreading HIV to others. You may be afraid to be … to a sex partner who doesn't have the infection or to your baby, if you are pregnant. footnote 3 It can take as little … Testing for HIV infection in pregnancy. Paediatrics and Child Health, 13(3): 221–224. …
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… 2 or 3 weeks. Trouble swallowing or breathing. Coughing or choking when you swallow. Frequent throat clearing or the … 2 or 3 weeks. Trouble swallowing or breathing. Coughing or choking when you swallow. Frequent throat clearing or the …
