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Are there ways to test for Down syndrome?

My brother's son was diagnosed with Down syndrome once he was born, and I'm wondering, are there ways to screen for this before the baby is born? How would I know if my baby has...
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Is sleep apnea common among children?

My son was diagnosed with sleep apnea, after we brought him in to the doctor for his snoring. It turns out he has enlarged adenoids, and he needs to have them removed. Is sleep...
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Is dry needling recommended for kids?

My son has a lot of muscular tension from playing sports. His doctor recommended that we take him to have dry needling. How will this help?
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Does dairy cause constipation?

My toddler has been very constipated lately, and I think it has to do with dairy. She drinks a lot of milk, and I introduced more dairy into her diet. Is it possible that the...
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Ideally, when should we start potty training my daughter?

My daughter is 2 years old, and she still wears diapers. I think now she should should start being potty trained, but my husband thinks we should wait a little longer. Do you...
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What should I do if son's testicle hasn't descended?

My son was born prematurely and we realized that one of his testicles hasn't descended yet. We contacted our pediatrician and he said that we should wait a couple of months to...
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What are some common language problems for children?

My child is having a hard time grasping how to pronounce certain words and understanding some meanings behind them. Is this a common problem that kids have, or should I take her...
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What causes nervous tics in children?

My child keeps ticking his neck to the side repeatedly, and he can't control when it happens. What is wrong with him? This mainly happens when he's stressed out and anxious....
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How does chiropractic care help a child's cold?

My friend suggested taking my child to a chiropractor for his cold, rather than going to the doctor, because it really helped her son. I'm just a little skeptical about it. How...
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Is foster care bad for child's mental health?

One of my old friend's sons was placed in foster care because she wasn't able to take care of him (it's a long story). I'm worried about his mental health though, since he's such...
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What should we do for son's Achilles tendinitis?

My son regularly plays sports, and we took him to the doctor once he started to experience heel pain and tenderness. He was diagnosed with Achilles tendinitis, but the doctor...
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Does it usually take a long time to diagnose leukemia?

My daughter's friend was diagnosed with leukemia and she's only 14 years old. However, apparently she has been experiencing these symptoms for more than 2 years and was just now...
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How likely do fathers get full custody of their children?

I'm a divorced father, and I'm trying to fight for my children's custody. I have two sons, and I feel like my wife isn't able to take care of them. She has been very irresponsible...
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How is speech delay treated in speech therapy?

My son was diagnosed with autism at 4 years old, and he's non-verbal. His doctors want us to go to a speech pathologist by our house for therapy. How would speech therapy help...
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When is surgery needed for ulcerative colitis?

My son was recently diagnosed with ulcerative colitis and he's 7-years-old. He's on a special diet right now and we were discussing the options for medications, but his doctor...
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Can physical therapy help my child's recovery from appendectomy?

I want to find ways to help my daughter recover from her appendectomy at the end of the month. Her doctor thinks that physical therapy might be a good place to start to help her...
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How can I prevent cavities in my child?

My son is 4 years old, and he's very enthusiastic about taking care of his teeth. I have him brush his teeth with me every morning before preschool and every night before bed....
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What drug is used for general anesthesia?

My son needs to have back surgery under general anesthesia. What drugs are typically used for general anesthesia? Do they have the same drugs and dosage as adults?
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Can coughing cause blurred vision?

My son is 12 years old. He began complaining of blurred vision immediately after he had a cough. Can coughing cause blurred vision? Is this a sign of a much more serious illness?...
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Fever after vaccine. What do I do?

My son just had a vaccine for the chicken pox, and just a day after it, he has a fever. His fever is not high and only 100. 5. Is this normal? What should I do?
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