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A list of emergency symptoms that are seen in childhood. If your child develops one of these symptoms, you want to recognize it early on

Information and guidance on encopresis due to stool holding in children.

Information and guidance on encopresis due to toilet training resistance in children.

Information and guidance on stool leakage (soiling) in a child who is toilet trained.

Today's youth are less active and more overweight than any previous generation.

Exercise-related heat illness (ERHI) or "heat injury" happens when exercise is done in high temperature and high humidity. It's one type of injury, unlike sports injuries caused by contact, that can almost always be prevented with proper attention

Information and guidance on what to do when harmless chemicals are in the eye.

An allergic reaction of the eyes. Main symptoms are itchy and watery eyes. Sometimes, the eyes can sting or burn.

A foreign body (FB) or object becomes stuck in the eye.

Bacterial infection of the eye. Main symptom is lots of yellow or green discharge (pus) in the eye.

A viral infection of the eye. The main symptom is a pink or red eye.

Injuries to the eye, eyelid, and area around the eye.

Eye irritation from getting an irritating substance in the eye. The main symptom is a pink or red eye.

Red or pink color of the white of the eye.

Fainting is a sudden loss of consciousness and falling down. A return to being awake and alert happens within a minute or so. Also called passing out or blacking out. The medical name for fainting is syncope. This handout can help you prevent the most common types of fainting.

In some children, fevers can trigger seizures. Febrile seizures occur in 2% to 5% of all children between the ages of 6 months and 5 years. Seizures, sometimes called “fits” or “spells,” are frightening, but they usually are harmless. Read on for information from the American Academy of Pediatrics

Young children need nutrients from a variety of foods to stay healthy. But what if your child only eats macaroni and cheese or will not eat any vegetables?

Your child has a fever if: Rectal, Ear or Forehead temperature: 100.4° F (38.0° C) or higher. Oral or Mouth temperature: 100° F (37.8° C) or higher.

Your child has a fever if: Ear or Forehead temperature: 100.4° F (38.0° C) or higher. Oral or Mouth temperature: 100° F (37.8° C) or higher.

Fever is a body temperature of 100.4 F (38 C) or higher. Fever is a symptom, not a disease.

Questions about how to take the temperature and when is it a fever.

A fever is usually a sign that the body is fighting an illness or infection. Fevers are generally harmless. In fact, they can be considered a good sign that your child's immune system is working and the body is trying to heal itself. While it is important to look for the cause of a fever, the main purpose

Fever is an elevation of the normal body temperature. Fever is most commonly caused by a viral or bacterial infection, but it can be a sign of illnesses not caused by infections, such as exercising in a very warm environment, rheumatoid arthritis, a reaction to a vaccine or medication, or cancer.

Fifth disease is a viral rash that starts with red cheeks. Then it spreads to the shoulders and upper thighs.

Common viral infection with rash occurring 1 to 3 weeks after infection

Figure skating is a lifelong sport that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. Competitive skating requires strength, flexibility, cardiovascular fitness, balance, jumping ability, artistic expression, mental strength, and financial resources.

Many children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) are able to get support from programs funded through their state or county. Some examples are financial help, education support, medical care, job skills training, and residential or living services. Some supports are available to all children because

Injuries to fingers

Mild bacterial infection of the skin fold next to the fingernail

Mild chronic infection of the skin fold next to the fingernail. The medical name is chronic paronychia

Information and guidance on injury to a fingernail.

Stung by a fire ant. Fire ant stings are more common in the Southern U.S.

More than 44 million Americans own firearms. Of the 192 million firearms owned in the United States, 65 million are handguns. Research shows guns in homes are a serious risk to families.

Healthy gums and teeth are important to your child’s overall health. This is why your child’s doctor will talk with you about good dental habits even before your child’s first tooth appears.

A food allergy happens when the body reacts against harmless proteins found in foods. The reaction usually happens shortly after a food is eaten. Food allergy reactions can vary from mild to severe.