Pain or discomfort in the stomach (abdomen or belly). The stomach pains occur when your child is worried about something. This is often called the “worried stomach”.
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Abdominal Pain - Stress Related
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Abdominal Pain - Symptom
Pain or discomfort in the stomach (abdomen or belly). Pain found between the bottom of the rib cage and the groin crease.
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Acetaminophen (Tylenol) Dosage Table
Acetaminophen (Tylenol) Dosage Table
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Acne
Acne is a skin condition caused by blocked oil glands. Main symptoms are pimples and blackheads on the face.
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Amoxicillin Rash
A harmless rash that occurs when a child is taking an antibiotic. The rash is not from a drug allergy. Occurs in 10% of children who are taking amoxicillin.
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Anal Fissure
An anal fissure is a shallow tear in the skin around the anus. This is the cause in over 90% of children with blood in the stools.
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Anal Itching
Itching of the anus. Occurs on a repeated basis.
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Animal Bite
Bite or claw wound from a pet, farm or wild animal.
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Antibiotics - When Do They Help?
Antibiotics are strong medicines that can kill bacteria. However, they are often over-used in our society
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Anxiety Attack
Sudden attacks of overwhelming, intense symptoms. Symptoms: fast, deep breathing (hyperventilation), fast heart rate and feeling dizzy. The body goes on total “red alert”.
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Appetite Slump - Young Child
You are concerned that your child is not eating enough food each day. It may seem like your child is never hungry.
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Arm Injury
Injuries to the arm (shoulder to hand). Injuries to a bone, muscle, joint or ligament.
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Arm Pain - Muscle Strain
Arm muscle pain from hard work or sports (muscle overuse). Pain is not caused by an injury. Also called muscle overuse syndrome
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Arm Pain - Symptom
Pain in the arm (shoulder to fingers). Includes shoulder, elbow, wrist and finger joints. Includes minor muscle strains from hard work or sports (overuse). Pain is not caused by an injury
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Asthma Attack
Your child is having an asthma attack. Your child has been diagnosed in the past with asthma.
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Athlete's Foot
Fungus infection of the feet. Causes an itchy rash on the feet and between the toes
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