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… Fulminant Hepatitis On this page: Overview Overview People who have … a liver transplant is the only life-saving option. People younger than age 40 who have fulminant hepatitis are more likely to …
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… explains the legal position of children under 19 years of age. One of the topics covered in the Infants Act is the … . What is "mature minor consent"? A child under the age of 19 is called a "minor". "Mature minor consent" is the … is for parents or guardians of children 12 years of age and younger to give consent for their child to be immunized. …
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… Rectal Prolapse On this page: … during bowel movements because of constipation. Tissue damage caused by surgery or childbirth, or weak pelvic floor … intestine. Constipation, Age 11 and Younger Constipation, Age 12 and Older Cystic Fibrosis …
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… Trochanteric Bursitis On this page: Overview Overview Bursitis is an … common. Trochanteric bursitis occurs more often in middle-aged or elderly women than in men or younger people. What causes it? Trochanteric bursitis can be …
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… Child Safety: Bicycles and Tricycles On this page: Overview Overview If you are biking … your child in a bike seat before they are ready. Children younger than 1 year should not ride in any type of seat … have the basic coordination to ride it safely until about age 3. Make sure the tricycle that you try is solidly …
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… Rest, Ice, Compression, and Elevation (RICE) On this page: Overview Overview As soon as … Wrap the injured or sore area with an elastic bandage (such as an Ace wrap) to help decrease swelling. Don't … Finger, Hand, and Wrist Injuries Hip Injuries, Age 11 and Younger Hip Problems, Age 12 and Older Leg Injuries Patellar …
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… Bronchiolitis On this page: … is an infection of the bronchioles , the small air passages in the lungs. It is common in infants and is the … instructions on the label. Do not give aspirin to anyone younger than 18 because of the risk of Reye syndrome , a …
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… explore these lung and airway topics: Chest X-Ray Coughs, Age 12 and Older Pneumonia Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary … Is Asthma in Older Adults: Managing Treatment Asthma in Teenagers and Adults Asthma Treatment Goals Asthma Triggers … (COVID-19) Cough Symptoms in Children Coughs, Age 11 and Younger Coughs, Age 12 and Older COVID-19 or Flu? How to …
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… Rubber Bulbs On this page: Overview Overview A rubber … Bronchiolitis Respiratory Problems, Age 11 and Younger Current as of: March 1, 2023 Author: …
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… Crying: Helping a Tired or Overstimulated Child On this page: Overview Overview Small children … reason for their crying. Crying, Age 3 and Younger Current as of: March 1, 2023 Author: …