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Are protein shakes good for health?

My son is 13 years old and insists on having protein shakes to build his body muscle. Are these shakes recommended for such young kids?
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My son's hands are trembling. Could it be a neurological problem?

My son's hands are trembling, and at random points throughout the day. Why could this be happening? Could this be due to a neurological problem?
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Is there a medication for wet dreams

I'm fourteen years old, and I'm getting wet dreams quite frequently. It's a little embarrassing. Is there a medication to just. . . stop them?
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10 year old son needs liver biopsy. How long until tests come back and can anesthesia hurt him?

My son's doctors say his liver is enlarged and they scheduled him for a liver biopsy. How long does it usually take for the tests to come back? Also, he's so young (10 yrs old)...
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My son had a botched circumcision. Does he need plastic surgery?

When my son was born, they took off way too much skin during his circumcision. Now that he is 11 yrs old, it bothers him more than ever. Can a pediatric urologist help him?...
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What is the difference between chronic bronchitis and asthma?

My child is 8-years-old, and before we switched pediatricians, she was diagnosed with chronic bronchitis. She would get bronchitis at least 4 times a year, and nearly every illness...
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How do I protect my back at work?

My son sits pretty much all day, and I'm worried about his posture. He slouches a majority of the time. What can I do to help him correct his posture?
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Can I give my child his vaccines while he has a cough?

My child's vaccination is due but he has a cough. Is it safe to give him the vaccination with this?
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What is the best way to treat a baby's stuffy nose?

My daughter is 3 years old and always has a stuffy nose. What is the best way for me to clean and treat it?
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My child isn't hitting their milestones properly. Is this okay?

My baby is 9 months old and hasn't crawled or turned over, which I read is supposed to happen very early. Instead, she is now sitting upright and is able to stand. Is this alright?...
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What can we do to improve immunity in kids?

Are there any natural products or home remedies that are proven effective in improving children's immune system?
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How much sleep does a baby need in a day?

My baby is 2 months old but hardly sleeps. How much sleep should a baby normally get in a day?
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What is the best way to treat a high grade fever in kids?

What can I do to treat a high grade fever in my child?
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What are the symptoms of juvenile arthritis?

My daughter sometimes has severe pain in her joints, mainly in her fingers. We have arthritis in our family, but I feel like she's a little too young, only 12 years old. What...
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My 3 year old shoved a bead in his nose and I can't get it out!

My 3 old son got into his older sister's beading kit and shoved one of the beads up his nostril. I can't get it out! He seems fine but the bead is definitely up there! Should...
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My daughter has a red mole that will be operated on. Does she need anesthesia?

My 14 year old has a reddish mole on her shoulder that the dermatologist wants to remove and test. He is also taking some skin around the mole. I'm wondering: how does this...
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My daughter has trouble pronouncing certain sounds and letters. How can I help her?

My 8 year old daughter has trouble pronouncing several letters and some sounds. For example, the letter "r" sounds like a "w" and sometimes she just skips the letter completely...
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My son has awful shoulder pain. How can I help him?

My 9 year old son loves to play basketball but lately he's been complaining of shoulder pain (both shoulders) that keeps him indoors more than outdoors. The pediatrician took...
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My son is so small! Will general anesthesia hurt him?

My 9 year old son is having surgery to remove, and test, a tumor he has in his leg. I'm concerned about many things but first things first -- the anesthesia. My son is very small...
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How can I increase my son's platelet count after jaundice?

My newborn had an issue with jaundice, which caused his platelet count to decrease by a lot. Is there anything that I can do to increase his platelet count?
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