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… common health concerns and what can be done to prevent or treat them can go a long way towards reducing the … Whether you have seen a health story on the news, your child has come home from school with a note about … Obstructive Pulmonary Disease) Diabetes Disease and Disease Prevention Down Syndrome, Autism and Developmental Delays …
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… a pregnant woman with Rh-negative blood is pregnant with a baby (fetus) with Rh-positive blood, Rh sensitization may … mother will be watched closely throughout the pregnancy to prevent problems to the baby's red blood cells. If sensitization has not occurred, it can be prevented by a shot of Rh immunoglobulin. Related …
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… height) and feel your belly. This is done to check your baby's growth and position. Late in the third trimester, … It's important to find and treat depression. This can help prevent problems during pregnancy and after delivery. If you … It's important to find and treat depression. This can help prevent problems during pregnancy and after delivery. If you …
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… eye disease ( uveitis ) can develop as a complication in children who have juvenile idiopathic arthritis (JIA). … symptoms, although blurred vision may be an early sign. To prevent eye problems from progressing to the point that … symptoms, although blurred vision may be an early sign. To prevent eye problems from progressing to the point that …
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… their highest peak flow reading. You can find your or your child's personal best by taking peak flow readings over 2 to … decreases, medicines may need to be changed or increased to prevent asthma from becoming worse. If the personal best … decreases, medicines may need to be changed or increased to prevent asthma from becoming worse. If the personal best …
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… white or yellow patches at the back of the throat and, in children, abdominal pain. Impetigo is a skin infection and common in children. The bacteria get into scrapes, cold sores, insect … your health care provider for more information. How can I prevent group A streptococcal infection? Wash your hands …
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… pregnancy. Genetic, metabolic, or neurologic problems in children. This includes children who may have many health … vaccine during pregnancy can help protect both you and your baby. Getting vaccinated increases the chance that you will … enough to carry your pregnancy to term. This gives your baby the best chance for a healthy start. Getting vaccinated …
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… What is pinkeye? Pinkeye, or conjunctivitis, is a common childhood illness. Pinkeye is an inflammation of the … may prescribe antibiotic eye drops or ointment. When your child has pinkeye, your health care provider can tell you if … have your child look up. This will help catch the drops and prevent any being wasted Another way is to apply the drops …
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… healthy mouth—and good dental habits—will help you and your baby. Taking care of your teeth while you are pregnant helps prevent cavities and other dental problems. Brush, floss, … with fluoride in it while you are pregnant. Fluoride helps prevent tooth decay. If you gag when brushing, try using a …
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… if you have used it for a long time or in high doses. To prevent withdrawal, your doctor may lower your dose slowly. … epilepticus). This medication is not recommended for children younger than 6 months of age because of the risk of … be used only when clearly needed. It may harm an unborn baby. Newborn babies of mothers who use this medication late …