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Should young children consume energy drinks?

My friend's son is 8 year old, and he drinks red bull regularly. I was really surprised because I felt that he was too young, but I didn't say anything. Should young children...
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What does a pathology report tell you?

My doctor said that we must wait for a pathology report after my son's biopsy. What does a pathology report tell a doctor?
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Is ECG safe for children?

My son is 9 years old, and his doctor said that he must have ECG test after experiencing a chronic arrhythmia. Is this test safe for a 9-year-old?
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I think my daughter has encopresis. What should I do?

My 4-year-old, I think, has encopresis. She now won't leave the house or put any clothes on. What kind of doctor do I need to see for treatment? And what are some treatment...
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What can cause kids to have a heart attack?

A girl in my town had a heart attack while at school, and it was really scary. Luckily she survived it. I know that this is rare, but it can still happen. What usually causes...
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Does my son need a booster shot for chicken pox?

My son first got his chicken pox vaccine when he was a year old, but now that he's 5, his doctor gave him a booster vaccine. Was this booster really necessary? I felt it was...
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Why was son confrontational after anesthesia?

After being under anesthesia, my son was suddenly combative. Could this have been from that? Why did he seem more confrontational and a little violent after being under general...
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How do I cure infant cradle cap?

My baby is 5 months old and has had cradle cap since she was a few weeks old. I’ve done several home remedies and even used an anti-dandruff shampoo, but it hasn't worked. What...
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Can an infection be causing recurrent fever?

My daughter has a recurrent fever. She first tested for the flu, but she didn't have it at all. Now a few days later, she keeps having a fever that only goes down a little with...
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How should one raise a child with ADHD?

My friend's daughter has been diagnosed with ADHD, and I can tell that she's having trouble raising her. She always had though. What's the best way to raise a child with ADHD?...
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How often should my son have his physical exam?

My son's 13 years old, and he also plays sports at his school. Soccer in the fall, basketball in the winter, baseball in the spring. Right now, he gets his physical exam from...
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Will pediatric physical therapy help my son walk on his own?

My son is 6 years old. Right now, he needs to use crutches because his left leg is weaker than his right. Will pediatric physical therapy help my son walk on his own someday?...
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What exercises encourage children to socialize?

My son 9 years old, and he is shy. I don't want his shyness to stunt his development in any way. What exercises encourage children to socialize?
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What are the main duties of a social worker?

Recently I divorced, and I want a social worker's help for my daughter. What are the main duties of a social worker that could help her? She's 12 years old.
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What can I do to help my son with his chronic insomnia?

My son is 12 years old, and he hasn't been able to sleep for four weeks straight. He'll take a nap when he gets home from school, but the nap is only an hour. I don't know what...
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Can chiropractor help colic baby?

My child is colic and we're trying to find ways to help him. I adjusted my position while nursing, and started to give him gripe water. But can a chiropractor help as well?...
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What is the cause of painful urination in kids?

My 10-year-old son has been having some trouble urinating. It takes him a long time to pee, and when he does, he has a burning sensation. What could be causing this?
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Can kids get kidney stones from drinking a lot of milk?

My son drinks a lot of milk, but my friend told me that I should slow him down a bit. I asked why, because I always thought milk was great for bone health. But she told me that...
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Where can I start getting custody back of my daughter?

My 7-year-old daughter is in the care of my mother, and I had her taken away from me because of my former drug-use of prescription meds 3 years ago. I changed, but my mom thinks...
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What does a urinalysis for kids examine?

I have to bring my daughter's urine to the lab after the pediatrician noticed how dark it was in her last check-up. What would a urinalysis test for in her urine?
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