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… Overview A cough that is more noticeable when your child … This type of cough is present without other symptoms. Any cough in a baby younger than 3 … Safely Giving Over-the-Counter Medicines to Children Credits Current as of: March 1, 2023 …
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… 15c What is pertussis? Pertussis, or whooping cough, is a serious infection of the airways … People of any age can get pertussis. Young children who have not been immunized get … during the early stages of the infection when symptoms are not severe. If left untreated, …
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… Overview Children who are depressed may have the same symptoms as adults. But adults may believe that these symptoms are normal in children. Some signs …
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… about death or feeling suicidal. But younger children may have more physical symptoms, like stomach aches. This is because … But younger children may have more physical symptoms, like stomach aches. This is because …
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… Overview Some other conditions can cause symptoms that look like depression. Before … Bipolar disorder . This condition has symptoms that cycle from depression to mania . … behaviour. Related Information Depression in Children and Teens Credits Current as of: …
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… COVID-19 symptoms Symptoms of COVID-19 are similar to … have more severe symptoms. Fever or chills Cough Loss of sense of smell or taste … symptoms may suddenly worsen in a few days. Children have similar but milder symptoms to …
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… Overview Coughing is your body's way of removing … the room. Warm or cool mist may help relieve symptoms. Follow all cleaning instructions and … Others contain codeine. Don't give codeine to children younger than age 18. There are many …
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… Condition Basics What is whooping cough? Whooping cough (pertussis) is a disease … can be dangerous in older adults and young children, especially babies who aren't old … or nose. After the bacteria infect someone, symptoms usually appear about 5 to 10 days …
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… lung function after about 3 weeks in children who have mild to moderate lung … In general, a baby or small child who has no symptoms of congestion may require less … an older child who sounds congested and is coughing a lot. At first, PD & P can seem …
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… topic provides information about asthma in children. If you are looking for information … Pollution may make asthma worse. What are the symptoms? Symptoms of asthma can be mild or … noise that occurs when the airways narrow. Cough a lot. Feel tightness in the chest. Feel …
