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How long is a preterm baby kept in the NICU?

My sister had a baby in the 7th month of her pregnancy. The baby is now in the NICU. How long will the baby need to be in the NICU?
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My child is throwing up milk just after feeding. Is it normal?

My baby is 1 month old and for the past 2 days she is spitting up as I'm finishing feeding her. Is this normal or something to be concerned about?
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Can the pneumococal vaccine prevent lung infections?

I have a baby who is 3 months old. We have to finish his vaccines, and the doctor said the pneumococal vaccine can prevent lung infections. Is this really true? How old should...
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When is a fever a cause of concern?

My daughter often gets fever and I often believe it to be her body's immune response to an infection. When is fever a cause of concern?
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To stop my child from bleeding is turmeric considered a good option?

I have a growing child and like all kids he falls down and hurts himself. My mother told me to use turmeric to help the bleeding stuff, something her mother used to do. Is this...
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My son is having trouble hearing. What can we do?

My son is now 4 years old and is having trouble hearing. The doctors never detected anything so I'm kind of confused. What should be our next steps?
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Can childhood obesity be triggered because of a hormone imbalance?

My daughter is 8 years old and, according to the doctor, she is obese. While her food eating habits can be changed, I am thinking that it could also be because of some hormonal...
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Is alternative medicine safe for kids when they're 4 years old?

For the past year, my son has been getting a cold and cough frequently. We take him to the doctor every time, and he gets the same treatment. Because these cold are reoccurring,...
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My son's fever won't subside. What should we do?

My son has had a fever for the past 2 days. We took him to the doctor the moment it happened, and they diagnosed him with strep. But, he's on antibiotics and nothing is happening....
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My child is 2 years old and loves to scribble with pencil and pens. Will it affect his fingers?

I am a new parent and I have been told kids should not hold a pencil or a pen until 3 years of age. My son who is 2 years old often grabs a pen or pencil only to scribble around....
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Can you suggest some home remedies to treat dry cough at night for kids?

My 4 year old wakes up every night due to dry cough which is very disturbing. I don't want to rely on cough syrups. Are there any home remedies that could be more useful?
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Can a lack of sleep hamper the growth of children?

My daughter barely sleeps. She is now 3 and a half years old and she gets a limited amount of sleep per day, around 4 hours. We are worried, and we tried everything from warm...
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Does low birth weight correlate with growth?

My sister just had a baby who was born 5 lb 1 oz. She's worried if this will definitely lead to complications with growth. The baby is very healthy otherwise.
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Can acupuncture treatment go wrong?

Are there any risks involved in an acupuncture treatment? What happens if pressure is given to the wrong point? I'm thinking about doing this to reduce some tension I feel in...
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Can watching a phone screen for too long cause any problems in my child?

My daughter is 4 years old and watches videos on my mobile phone for a long period of time. I've tried to control it, but she still goes back on it. Can this pose any health...
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Are there really growth supplements my son can take to be taller?

My son is the shortest in the class, and I really don't want him to fall too much behind on the growth. I did a quick google search and saw something about growth supplements...
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What conditions are required for a bone marrow transplant?

My nephew requires a bone marrow replacement. I'm just curious--What conditions should be met for the transplant to be eligible?
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Is a Zyrtec regimen safe for kids?

I have been giving zyrtec to my daughter as she is highly prone to allergies. She's 11. I just want to know if this is completely safe for her.
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What is the treatment for nighttime cough?

My daughter is 3 years old and constantly gets a cough, particularly at night. How can we treat this?
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My daughter got hit on her head with a wooden swing. Will an ice pack help?

My daughter is 12 years old and got hit on her head with a wooden swing. There's a bump. Will it help if I try ice pack therapy for her? How long should we keep the ice on?...
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