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… Lung Function in COPD On this page: Overview Overview Lung … your chance of having COPD flare-ups, and any other health problems you may have. COPD (Chronic … chronic obstructive pulmonary disease. American Journal of Respiratory and Critical Care Medicine , 203(1): 24–36. DOI: …
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… Stress in Children and Teenagers On this page: Overview Overview … Elementary-age children Preteens and teens Anger Anxiety Problems with eating and sleeping, including nightmares Fear … find it helpful to write about the things that bother them. Younger children may be helped by drawing about those …
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… Eczema (Atopic Dermatitis) On this page: Health Tools Cause What Increases Your … outgrow it. But some teens and adults continue to have problems with it, though usually not as bad as when they … is most helpful for people with eczema who also have respiratory allergies or asthma. Testing can also help find …
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… time you are being treated for Graves' disease, if you are younger than 50, or if your thyroid gland is only swollen a … little bit (small goiter). Antithyroid medicine does not damage your thyroid gland. But it doesn't work for everyone, … Without treatment, hyperthyroidism can lead to: Heart problems. Bone problems. Thyroid storm. This is a …
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… Alcohol and Your Health On this page: How can you … and brain. Cause high blood pressure, depression, stomach problems, or sexual problems. Contribute to the development … for the legal drinking age where you live. Drinking at a younger age can affect a young person's general health, …
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… don’t blame yourself or your child. Crying is a normal stage that will pass with time. Resources & links: Crying, age 3 and younger Period of PURPLE Crying® website … Tips for soothing …
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… to the inhalation of cannabis aerosols; however, this page refers specifically to the use of nicotine products. … vessels, which can increase heart rate and blood pressure Respiratory health: vaping can irritate the mouth, throat … when, where and why you vape will help you prepare to manage your triggers and cravings. Consider tracking your …
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… quickly and can cause death if not treated. On this page: Symptoms of a severe allergic reaction (anaphylaxis) … (face, lips, tongue), itching, warmth, redness, rash Respiratory (breathing) : coughing, wheezing, shortness of … individuals, schools and organizations develop effective management strategies: Patient and School Resources … Severe …
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… Ways to Comfort a Crying Baby On this page: Overview Overview Babies usually … normal. Abusive Head Trauma Crying, Age 3 and Younger Growth and Development, Ages 1 to 12 Months …
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… Nail-Biting On this page: Overview Overview Nail-biting … may bite their nails more often when they are having problems at school or with friends. Talk with your child or … you have a negative physical response to nail-biting. What problems can develop from nail-biting? Nail-biting can cause …
