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How is whooping cough (pertussis) in children treated?
Your child’s doctor will talk with you about specific care for your child. Some general... Full Answer12/31/1969
What are the symptoms of head lice infestation in children?
Lice are small, wingless, gray-tan insects. Head lice only live on humans, and anyone can get... Full Answer05/19/4914
When should I call the doctor if my child has a fever?
Call your child’s doctor right away if your child has one or more of the following symptoms:... Full Answer12/31/1969
What is swimmer's ear (otitis externa)?
Swimmer’s ear (otitis externa) is an infection of the skin of the ear canal. This often... Full Answer12/31/1969
How do I protect my child from a sunburn?
Apply sunscreen any time your child is going to be outside for more than 30... Full Answer12/31/1969
What are burns?
Burns happen when the skin touches heat, chemicals or electricity. They are ranked by how deep they... Full Answer12/31/1969
What increases my risk for the flu?
The flu affects everyone, even healthy adults. During 2009, there was an increase in children and... Full Answer12/31/1969
How can I prevent the flu?
The best way to protect your family is to get a flu vaccine. The flu vaccine gives you and your... Full Answer12/31/1969
What are ways to treat flu in a child?
Keep your child at home. This reduces the spread of the flu to other family members,... Full Answer12/31/1969
How should I treat my child's cold?
There are some things you can do for your child to make him feel better until the cold is gone:... Full Answer12/31/1969
When should I call the doctor about my child’s earwax?
Call your child’s doctor if your child has: Bleeding or pus draining from the ear canal Any... Full Answer05/19/9005
How would a child’s excess earwax be treated?
Your child’s doctor will talk with you about specific care for your child. Some general... Full Answer05/19/8764
When should a child’s earwax be removed?
Earwax does not usually need to be removed from the ears. It should be removed if: It is... Full Answer05/19/7470
What are possible symptoms of excess earwax in a child?
Earwax is a normal product that the body makes in the ear canal. It helps to protect and moisturize... Full Answer05/19/6959
When should I call the doctor about my child’s contact dermatitis?
Call your child’s doctor if: The rash becomes better with treatment and then reappears... Full Answer05/19/6139
