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Is it okay if my daughter missed certain milestones?

My daughter is 5 months old and has not rolled over. She has not started crawling on the floor. Is it okay if she has missed certain milestones?
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My daughter is 7 years old and is a fussy eater. How can I supplement her nutrition?

My daughter is 7 years old and is extremely fussy about her food. She will not touch vegetables. I am trying my best to get her to eat them - I know it's a matter of time, but...
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My son has a fever and leg pain. What could it be?

My son is 12 years old and has been having a viral infection along with a fever since 2 days. The doctor has prescribed antibiotic for the fever. But he is also complaining of...
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My baby cries every time while passing motions. Is something wrong?

My baby is 2 months old and every time while passing motions he cries loudly. I have discussed this with my pediatrician but she says its OK. But, I am still worried. Is this...
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If my child is lactose intolerant, will he be weak?

My son is 4 years old, and he has just been diagnosed with lactose intolerance. We're worried though that this will make him weak, physically, and have him fall behind the other...
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My son is not gaining weight. Could it be a hormonal issue?

My son is 8 years old and is just not gaining weight despite everything that I have tried. He is 48 lb and 50 inches tall. The doctor says it is okay, but as a mother I am worried....
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My daughter is overweight at 8 years old. What should I do?

My daughter is 8 years old and is definitely overweight, based on her height weight chart. What can I do to control her weight?
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At what age can I introduce multivitamins for my child?

My son is 4 years old and is a very fussy eater. I would like to know what is a good age for me to introduce multi vitamins in his routine to replenish his nutritional requirements....
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Could pale fingernails be a sign of iron deficiency?

I recently observed that my daughter's nails are getting very pail and almost white. Could it be a symptom of iron deficiency?
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My baby is preterm and is in the NICU for respiratory distress. What should we expect?

I have just delivered my baby 3 days back and suddenly the baby has developed respiratory distress while being in the NICU? While the doctors have been keeping us informed, I...
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Is anemia in preterm babies normal?

My baby was a preterm birth during the 8 month of my pregnancy. While we are now back home, the doctor has asked me to be on guard because my child is anemic. Is this normal...
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Does the painless vaccines have the same efficacy as the normal ones?

I am very confused if I should opt for painless vaccines for my baby or not, since there is a lot of debate on the efficacy of the painless vaccines. Please guide me on this....
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My 9 year old son wheezes a lot and requires frequent nebulizer treatment. Will this impact his health in the long run?

My son is 9 years old and since he was 5, he's had a problem with wheezing. We have to often give him nebulizerr treatment. Will frequent treatment have an impact on his health...
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How can I help my son grow to his potential?

My son is 9 years old and is the shortest in his class. He wants to be taller, but understands this can't happen overnight. What can I do to make sure he is growing at his healthiest?...
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My daughter has increased TSH levels and is on thyronorm 25mg. Will it be a lifelong medication for her?

My daughter is 17 years old and has increased TSH levels for which the doctor has prescribed thyronorm 25mg. Will this be a lifetime condition or will it get better with time...
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Is powdered husk safe for kids of 8 years to relieve constipation?

My son is 8 years old and has constipation. He often forgets to drink an adequate amount of water. Should I give him some Psyllium Husk to relieve this constipation?
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Can chickenpox spread through breast milk?

I am a 31 year old woman and I have a baby who is 7 months old. I recently had a bout of the herpes zoster infection that left a patch on my back. The doctor asked me to completely...
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Can probiotics be given to kids who are around 6 years old?

I have a son who is 6 years old, and he often complains of acidity and stomach burning. Can I start him on probiotic drinks to ease his stomach condition?
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Can anesthesia interact with breast milk?

I am 29 years old and I have a baby who is 1 years old. I recently underwent a DNC for which I was given anesthesia. Can I breastfeed him again, or should I wait a little while?...
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What is the safe dose of cetrizine for kids around 5 years of age?

My son is 5 years old and every time we travel he gets an allergy that makes him sneeze and cough with sneezing. What is the safe dose amount of cetrizine that I can give him?...
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