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Ear Infection
An ear infection is one of the most common conditions among children. It is caused by a viral or bacterial… doctor How can I keep my child comfortable at night with the pain of an ear infection? Is there drainage with an ear infection? What…
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Ear Health and Care
Taking care of your ears can prevent ear infections and hearing loss. You should clean your ears properly and protect… ear health. It can prevent ear infections and help prevent hearing loss. Path to improved health The first step toward a healthy ear is a…
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Benign Paroxysmal Positional Vertigo (BPPV)
Benign paroxysmal positional vertigo can be caused by problems with the inner ear related to ear infections, family history, or… than it has. This incorrect signal causes vertigo. BPPV is most often associated with aging. Other causes include a family history, an ear infection, or…
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Managing Your Child’s Medicine
Children get sick with everything from the sniffles to ear infections to other less common illnesses. When these happen, you'll likely take them to the doctor. Your doctor may give your child medicine to make them feel better. Here are some things you…
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Pneumococcal Conjugate Vaccine: What Parents Needs to Know
Pneumococcal disease is caused by bacteria. It can lead to infections in the lungs, blood, and brain. The vaccine prevents… Pneumococcal disease is caused by bacteria. It can lead to infections in the lungs, blood, and brain. Pneumococcal disease causes health problems in children…
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Otitis Externa (Swimmer's Ear)
Swimmer’s ear, also known as otitis externa, is an irritation, swelling or infection in your ear. It can be caused… the outer ear or ear canal. Because those areas are dark and warm, bacteria and fungus can grow there to create an infection. Note this…
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Motion Sickness
Motion sickness is feeling triggered by movement. It occurs in cars, buses, trains, planes, or boats. It also can happen… Once the motion stops, you’ll gradually feel better. In rare cases, the condition is triggered by a problem with your inner ear. This could be…
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Babies and Thumbs, Fingers, and Pacifiers
Sucking on thumbs, fingers, and pacifiers is common in babies. Each has its pros and cons for parents to… them in their mouths with a thumb. Studies have shown that thumb sucking can increase a baby’s risk of getting an ear infection. Thumb sucking can…
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Pacifiers: Benefits and Risks
Pacifiers have pros and cons, depending upon how long your baby uses one… it falls out. Eventually, the baby will learn to put it in on his or her own. Pacifier use may cause inner ear infections. Also, it may cause dental problems if used…
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Tinnitus
Tinnitus is a problem that causes you to hear an “internal” noise in one ear or both ears. You may… What is tinnitus? Tinnitus is a problem that causes you hear a noise in one ear or both ears. In most cases, nothing outside of…
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Enlarged Adenoids
Adenoids are tiny pieces of tissue in the back of your throat. They hang above your tonsils. They help fight… What are enlarged adenoids? Adenoids are tiny pieces of tissue in the back of your throat. They hang above your tonsils. You may be able to see…
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Otitis Media (with Effusion)
Otitis media with effusion means there is fluid in the middle ear. It is common in young children and usually… Overview What is otitis media with effusion? Otitis media is a generic term that refers to an inflammation of the middle ear. The middle ear is the space…
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Hearing Problems in Children
Hearing loss in children can be caused by a number of factors. Recognizing the symptoms early increases the chances of… What are hearing problems in children? There are many types of hearing problems in children. Many of these problems result in hearing loss. This…
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Teeth Grinding (Bruxism)
Teeth grinding is also known as bruxism. About 20% or 30% of children clench their teeth but usually stop as… What is bruxism? Teeth grinding, also called bruxism, is the conscious or unconscious grinding or clenching of teeth. It happens most often in children. About…
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Common School-Age Illnesses/Infections
Childhood illnesses can be worrying for parents, but most common illnesses are relatively harmless and can be cared for at… Getting sick is part of being a kid. Their immune systems haven’t been exposed to as many germs as those of adults. So when…
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Repeated Infections in Children
Learn why your child may get several infections while he or she is still young… Why do children get repeated infections? Babies are born with immature immune systems. As a result, babies tend to get a high number of infections, usually 4 to 8…
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Eustachian Tube Dysfunction
Eustachian tube dysfunction is when your ear is plugged with fluid. Sounds may be muffled, and your ear may feel… What is Eustachian tube dysfunction? The Eustachian tube is a small passageway that connects your throat to your middle ear. When you sneeze, swallow, or yawn, your…
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Blood Poisoning
Blood poisoning happens when an infection enters your bloodstream and your body reacts to the infection… What is blood poisoning? Blood poisoning (sepsis) has nothing to do with poison. Instead, it’s primary cause is the presence of germs, which enter your bloodstream from an infection…
