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Asthma (Child) - Multi-Record Landing Page [English] Permalink Public

Landing page for: an overview of asthma, asthma triggers, asthma warning signs, making a diagnosis of asthma, asthma action plan, asthma medicines and inhalers, using a metered-dose inhaler (MDI) with a spacer, using a nebulizer and compressor, using a peak flow meter to monitor asthma, asthma and exercise, asthma diary, and asthma in school. (English)

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https://www.aboutkidshealth.ca/asthmahub

Eczema (Child) [English] Permalink Public

This factsheet provides an overview of what eczema is, how it is diagnosed, skin care, medicines and other treatments, and when you should see your doctor. Audio available. (English)

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

Recurrent Abdominal Pain (Child) [English] Permalink Public

A stomach ache or bellyache is called abdominal pain. If a child has abdominal pain that comes and goes regularly, they have recurrent abdominal pain (RAP). Recurrent abdominal pain can be caused by a number of different illnesses or there may not be any underlying problem at all. If the child is seen by a doctor, and all medical causes are ruled out, then the child is said to have "functional abdominal pain". This means that there is no known cause for the pain. (English)

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

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...