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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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… often useful. Don't try to stop a productive cough. Sometimes, though, coughs are severe … the room. Warm or cool mist may help relieve symptoms. Follow all cleaning instructions and … 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 … After vibrations, have your child huff and cough. A huff is a forced exhalation that moves …
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… topic provides information about asthma in children. If you are looking for information … 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 …
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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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… is gastroesophageal reflux in babies and children? Gastroesophageal reflux happens when … goes away as a baby matures. What are the symptoms? It is common for babies to spit up … the same symptoms as an adult. He or she may cough a lot and have a burning feeling in the …
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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 sicker … the early stages of the infection when symptoms are not severe. If left untreated, …
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… (an allergen) in a food as harmful. Some children with food allergy are at risk of … What are the symptoms of a severe allergic reaction? Symptoms of a severe allergic reaction can …
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… behaviour, overall appearance and other symptoms such as headache, stiff neck, nausea, … to check for fever in newborns and young children: Place the tip of the thermometer in … a fever and signs of another illness (rash, cough, vomiting, diarrhea, stiff neck) Has …
