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… Diarrhea medicines may help, but they shouldn't be used for children or people with a high fever or bloody diarrhea. For … if: You have sudden, severe belly pain. You have signs of severe dehydration. These include little or no … (ORS), such as Pedialyte, between feedings only if you see signs of dehydration. For older children, give them sips of …
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… problems. That's because they lose muscle mass as they age. Children may have arm problems because they are usually more … if 0 is no pain and 10 is the worst pain you can imagine? Signs of pain in a baby or toddler are different than signs of pain in an older child . 5 to 10: Moderate to …
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… of each dose. "On" and "off" periods can also occur without warning. They can be hard to predict. An "off" period can … of each dose. "On" and "off" periods can also occur without warning. They can be hard to predict. An "off" period can …
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… more urgent problems are under control. For example: The signs of cerebral palsy may not be noticed until a child is … the child is older. Below are examples from studies of children who survived being born extremely early. … more urgent problems are under control. For example: The signs of cerebral palsy may not be noticed until a child is …
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… Check Your Symptoms Overview Most babies and older children have several mild infections of the respiratory … chills. Sudden drooling and trouble swallowing can be signs of a serious problem called epiglottitis . This … chills. Sudden drooling and trouble swallowing can be signs of a serious problem called epiglottitis . This …
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… thought. For example, you can think of playing with your children or going out on the town with friends. Or you might … thought. For example, you can think of playing with your children or going out on the town with friends. Or you might …
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… Ones caused by viruses are more common in babies and young children than in adults. A rash may be caused by a viral … like usual) Does your child have symptoms of shock ? Yes Signs of shock No Signs of shock Could your child be having a severe allergic …
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… lab tests, and other medications you may be taking. Children's dosage is also based on weight. Be sure to tell … sudden/unexplained weight gain shortness of breath signs of liver disease (such as nausea/vomiting that doesn't … you have symptoms such as: low back/side pain (flank pain) signs of kidney problems (such as painful urination, …
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… sensitivity of eyes to light (photophobia) eye pain signs of kidney problems (such as change in the amount of … easy bruising/bleeding unusual skin changes signs of your adrenal glands not working well (such as loss … of this drug, especially QT prolongation (see above). Children may be at greater risk for liver problems and being …
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… (PPIs). Dexlansoprazole is not recommended for use in children younger than 2 years due to an increased risk of … (such as muscle spasms, irregular heartbeat, seizures) signs of lupus (such as rash on nose and cheeks, new or … the face/tongue/throat) severe dizziness trouble breathing signs of kidney problems (such as change in the amount of …