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How do medications treat strep throat?

Strep throat is caused by bacteria called Streptococcus pyogenes. Medications that treat strep... Full Answer

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What is a rapid strep test for strep throat?

A rapid strep test is the first test that will be done to check for strep throat. A throat swab is... Full Answer

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How much water should I drink for healthy skin?

The amount of water you should drink in order to have a healthy body and skin is just enough to... Full Answer

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When should I use sunscreen?

You should use sunscreen every day that you go outside. Some moisturizers and foundations even have... Full Answer

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How should I protect my skin from the sun?

With all the fun summer activities from which to choose, it can be difficult to protect your skin... Full Answer

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What increases my risk for tinea capitis (scalp ringworm)?

Tinea capitus, or scalp ringworm, is a fungal infection. Because it is spread by contact, a child... Full Answer

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When should I call the doctor about my child’s ringworm?

If you have tried the over-the-counter creams on your child's ringworm and it is not helping or is... Full Answer

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What causes scalp ringworm?

Scalp ringworm is caused by a fungal, not a worm, infection of the scalp. Because the skin of the... Full Answer

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What causes ringworm?

Ringworm is caused by a fungus, or yeast, not a worm. This fungal infection is spread by contact... Full Answer

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Is tap water safe to drink?

Tap water should be perfectly safe to drink, but it really depends on your municipal water supply.... Full Answer

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How much water should children drink daily?

Children should drink enough water to keep their urine a light straw color. Depending on the size... Full Answer

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What is well-controlled asthma?

Well controlled asthma is when you have symptoms of asthma less than twice weekly. You are able to... Full Answer

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What are the early warning signs of an asthma attack in children?

Children can have many different early warning signs for asthma. For some, a mild cough is the... Full Answer

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How often do children with asthma get proper treatment?

Most children with asthma do not get proper treatment. In the majority of cases, this is because... Full Answer

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What medicines are used in the treatment of childhood asthma?

While there are many medicines that are used to treat childhood asthma, they fall mainly into two... Full Answer

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