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Last Updated: February 13th, 2012
There are some things you can do for your child to make him feel better until the cold is gone:• Give lots of cool, clear liquids so that he does not get dehydrated (dried out). Do not try to...
Read MoreCall your child’s doctor if your child has:Bleeding or pus draining from the ear canalAny hearing problemsEar pain
Read MoreYour child’s doctor will talk with you about specific care for your child. Some general guidelines to follow include:You may use over-the-counter earwax removal drops.Hydrogen peroxide or war...
Read MoreEarwax does not usually need to be removed from the ears. It should be removed if: It is causing hearing problems.If your child has a problem with repeated ear infections, so the doctor can check ...
Read MoreEarwax is a normal product that the body makes in the ear canal. It helps to protect and moisturize the ear canal. Too much wax or old, hardened earwax can sometimes cause problems.Your child may h...
Read MoreCall your child’s doctor if:The rash becomes better with treatment and then reappearsSymptoms become worse after treatmentShortness of breath or breathing problems occurThere is no relief in ...
Read MoreYour child’s doctor will talk with you about specific care for your child. Some general guidelines to follow include:Remove and wash all clothing and linens that may have caused the reactionW...
Read MoreYour child may have one or more of the following symptoms:An itchy rashHives or welts (red, raised areas) on the skinSwollen face or eyesRash that can last from one to three weeksIrritation and inf...
Read MoreContact dermatitis is an inflammation of the skin that your child may get after touching objects like clothing, soaps or plants (poison ivy, poison oak, poison sumac). The skin may appear red, rais...
Read MoreTips for adding fiber to foods:Dip French toast into crushed cereal before cooking.Use granola, high fiber cereals, or fresh fruit as topping on ice cream or yogurt.Add high fiber cereals or fresh ...
Read MoreDo not give corn syrup or honey to children less than 1 year of age, this can make them sick (causing Botulism). Do not give nuts and popcorn to children under 3 years old or to children who hav...
Read MoreMany cereals, breads and grains have fiber, such as:Bran flakes, shredded wheatOatmealBran muffinsGraham crackersBrown riceWhole wheat breadHave your child eat one or two fruits and one or two gree...
Read MoreCochlear implants are usually covered by most insurance plans and Medicaid. The cost of therapy is usually covered by Medicaid, but may not be covered by all insurance plans.
Read MoreAbout one month after the surgery, your child’s audiologist (one who evaluates and manages hearing loss) fits your child with the headpiece and speech processor. The audiologist turns the imp...
Read MoreA cochlear implant is placed under general anesthesia by an ear surgeon. The surgeon cuts into the skin behind the ear and drills a hole in the bone. He then puts the implant into the inner ear and...
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