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Pyloric Stenosis (Child) [English] Permalink Public

Pyloric stenosis (say: pie-LOR-ick stuh-NO-sis) occurs when the opening from the stomach to the intestine is blocked. This opening is called the pylorus (say: pie-LOR-us). There is a muscle around this opening. Normally, this muscle keeps food in the stomach when it tightens. It lets food out of the stomach into the intestines when it relaxes. Boys have pyloric stenosis more often than girls. (English)

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http://www.aboutkidshealth.ca/En/HealthAZ/Conditio...

Post-Operative and Post-Anaesthetic Care: Caring for Your Child At Home [English] Permalink Public

This information explains how to care for your child after a general anaesthetic. A general anaesthetic is a special medicine which kept your child asleep during an operation or procedure. (English)

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http://www.aboutkidshealth.ca/En/HealthAZ/TestsAnd...

Eczema: Coping with Eczema (Child) [English] Permalink Public

This factsheet provides an overview of what eczema is, coping as a family and role of youur health professional. (English)

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http://www.aboutkidshealth.ca/En/HealthAZ/Conditio...

Eczema: School & Activities (Child) [English] Permalink Public

This factsheet provides an overview of what eczema is, Eczema at day care and school, and physical activities and playing. Audio available. (English)

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http://www.aboutkidshealth.ca/En/HealthAZ/Conditio...

Eczema: Seasonal Changes (Child) [English] Permalink Public

This factsheet provides an overview of what eczema is, how eczema may behave in the colder months and warmer months. Audio available. (English)

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http://www.aboutkidshealth.ca/En/HealthAZ/Conditio...

What is pneumonia? (Child) [English] Permalink Public

Pneumonia is an infection in the lungs. It may also be called lower respiratory tract infection because it occurs deep in the lungs. Most cases of pneumonia are caused by viruses. A smaller number of pneumonia cases are caused by bacteria. Often, pneumonia follows a cold. Audio available. (English)

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http://www.aboutkidshealth.ca/En/HealthAZ/Conditio...

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Pink Eye (Child) [English] Permalink Public

Pink eye is an inflammation of the thin membrane (conjunctiva) that covers the white part of the eye (sclera). This membrane becomes pink or red in colour. Pink eye is most often caused by a virus. It can also be caused by a bacterial infection or an allergic reaction. Pink eye is also called conjunctivitis. Audio available. (English)

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http://www.aboutkidshealth.ca/En/HealthAZ/Conditio...

Blood Product Transfusions: Side Effects to Watch for After Going Home (Child) [English] Permalink Public

This factsheet provides an information on side effects to watch for after a blood product transfusion and when to seek medical assistance. Audio available. (English)

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http://www.aboutkidshealth.ca/En/HealthAZ/TestsAnd...

Head Injury Prevention in Children [English] Permalink Public

This factsheet provides information on a preventative approach to deal with head injuries including when to wear helmets and ways to ensure safety inside and outside the home. Audio available. (English)

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http://www.aboutkidshealth.ca/En/HealthAZ/Safetyan...

Bullying (Child) [English] Permalink Public

This factsheet provides information on bullying including the types of bullying, signs and symptons of bullying, causes and risk factors, prevention, and what to do if you are bullied for see bullying. Audio available. (English)

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http://www.aboutkidshealth.ca/En/HealthAZ/Familyan...