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Well-Child Checkup: 18 Months
… toddler to get an idea of the child’s development. By this visit, most children are doing these: Pointing to show you … a variety of finger foods at meals. Don't give up on offering new foods. It often takes several tries before a … that your child might pull down. If you have a gun, always store it in a locked location, unloaded, and out of reach of …
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Strabismus and Amblyopia: An Introduction
… Strabismus and amblyopia are common vision problems in children. If not treated, these … treatment, you can increase your child's chances of success. Your role. Your child's vision will improve only with your help. Take your child to visit the eye doctor as scheduled. Be sure to follow the eye …
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How to Manage Your Osteoarthritis
… also be able to give you handouts on exercise methods or refer you to a physical therapist to learn the best exercise … aerobic activity for 30 minutes most days of the week is recommended. You can even break it up into 3, 10-minute … things without causing further joint stress. For example: Store heavy kitchen items at waist height so that you can …
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Well-Child Checkup: 6 to 10 Years
… healthy, keep bringing them in for yearly checkups. These visits make sure that your child’s health is protected with … are full. If your child is still hungry after a meal, offer more vegetables or fruit. Ask the healthcare provider … to never touch guns. If you own a gun, always remember to store it unloaded in a locked location. Lock the ammunition …
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Herpes Meningoencephalitis
… that cover your brain. Meningitis is when these tissues become inflamed or infected. The problem is called … causing signs of infection. Sometimes meningoencephalitis occurs during the initial infection with the herpes simplex … seizures. Next steps Tips to help you get the most from a visit to your doctor: Know the reason for your visit and …
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Chronic Inflammatory Demyelinating Polyradiculoneuropathy
… the nerves. Experts think that CIDP is related to the more commonly known disease Guillain-Barré syndrome (GBS). GBS is … 3 years and doesn't happen again. What causes CIDP? CIDP occurs when the body's immune system attacks the myelin … system. Next steps Tips to help you get the most from a visit to your doctor: Know the reason for your visit and …
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Thyroid Cancer: Overview
… The follicular cells use iodine from the blood to make and store thyroid hormones, which control your metabolism. The C … It helps control calcium levels in your body. Different types of thyroid cancer start in the different types … holidays. Next steps Tips to help you get the most from a visit to your doctor: Know the reason for your visit and …
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Chronic Bronchitis
… bronchitis is long-term inflammation of the bronchi. It's common among smokers. People with chronic bronchitis tend to … Lung cancer. Tuberculosis. Bronchitis symptoms can also occur with colds, flu, and other respiratory infections. What … flare-ups. Next steps Tips to help you get the most from a visit to your doctor: Know the reason for your visit and …
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Cast Care for Kids
… injury from healing quickly and correctly. If your cast becomes damaged, it may need to be replaced. Take good care of … your cast may get stuck. Also, your skin may be cut and become infected. If your skin itches, try blowing cool air … any rough edges of the cast with cloth tape. (You can buy this at a pharmacy.) Never try to remove your cast …
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