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Because young children are not able to hold a thermometer in their mouths, their temperature may be checked rectally or…

A fever is defined as a temperature 1° or more above the normal 98.6°. Minor infections may cause mild or…

Feeding problems are often frustrating, especially if the baby wakes often or cries during the night. Follow this chart for…

Follow this chart to help distinguish various types of swelling on the face.

Eye problems, including eye pain or redness and changes in your vision may be signs of a problem that requires…

Follow this chart for more information about changes in an infant or child’s bowel movements.

Follow this chart for more information about pain, itching or blood with a bowel movement.

Ear problems are often caused by an infection. However, other conditions may also cause ear pain or discomfort. Follow this…

Diarrhea is an uncomfortable condition that can have many causes. Most cases of diarrhea will go away on their own…

A cough is an annoying symptom that can have many causes. Follow this chart to help identify your problem and…

Many problems can cause symptoms in the chest area, such as discomfort, shortness of breath or pain with swallowing. Follow…

Severe, sudden chest pain can represent a life-threatening problem. Follow this chart for more information.

Chest pain isn’t just a problem for adults. It may occur in a child as well. Many of the causes…

Breast lumps, pain, discharge or skin problems can be a sign of a minor problem or something more serious, so…

Just about everyone has had a “stomachache” at one time or another. But sudden severe abdominal pain (stomach pain), also…

Ongoing or recurrent abdominal pain (stomach pain), also called chronic pain, may be difficult to diagnose, causing frustration for both…