Hay Fever Symptoms and Treatment
Hay Fever Symptoms and Treatment

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  • Hay fever is caused by common allergens like mold, pollens, pet dander, or dust mites.
  • The symptoms of hay fever are often confused with cold symptoms, but hay fever is an allergic reaction and isn't caused by a virus.
  • Seasonal allergies not only make you feel miserable, but they can also interfere with sleep, worsen asthma symptoms, or cause sinusitis or ear infections.
How do I know if my child has a learning disability?
How do I know if my child has a learning disability?
  • Early intervention can ensure a positive outlook for children with learning disabilities.
  • Learning disabilities affect reading, writing, speech, calculation, and focus.
  • Seeing a pediatrician is an important step of addressing a learning disability.
Do you know what to do if your child has a seizure?
Do you know what to do if your child has a seizure?

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  • Most seizures only last a few minutes and aren’t serious.
  • Your main concern during the seizure is to make sure your child is in a safe place.
  • Be sure to call your doctor right away so that your child can be evaluated.
How can I get my child to fall asleep and stay asleep?
How can I get my child to fall asleep and stay asleep?

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  • A full night of quality sleep is important not only for a child’s health—but for the health of the entire family.
  • Sleep disorders are not uncommon in children, and simple behavioral changes often provide a solution.
  • If you think your child suffers a sleep disorder, document their sleep routines and talk to your pediatrician about interventions.
6 Common Newborn Rashes
6 Common Newborn Rashes

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  • Newborn rashes are common, and most don't require medical treatment.
  • Rashes, like eczema, have a genetic pre-disposition and can be treated with moisturizing cream. 
  • Environmental factors, such as heat and allergens, can also cause newborns to develop a rash.
Child Bedwetting Alarms and Other Interventions
Child Bedwetting Alarms and Other Interventions

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  • Some longstanding parental strategies for correcting bedwetting simply do not work.
  • The "wait-and-see" approach can leave serious conditions undiagnosed.
  • Bedwetting that suddenly occurs after potty training may signal underlying conditions.
How can I help my child with their weight?
How can I help my child with their weight?

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  • Childhood obesity has become a widespread problem in the U.S.
  • Methods of dealing with obesity vary by age, but all require active parental engagement.
  • Support from a healthcare professional is vital at every stage..
What should I do if my child has a dental injury?
What should I do if my child has a dental injury?
  • A chipped tooth is usually cause to see the dentist, but frequent tooth chipping merits a pediatrician visit.
  • Soft tissue injuries inside the mouth that bleed continuously need emergency medical attention.
  • Unexplained or general oral pain, swelling or bleeding should be seen by a pediatrician.
How do I soothe my child’s eczema with at-home treatments?
How do I soothe my child’s eczema with at-home treatments?

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  • Nearly one out of five children under the age of 2 are affected by eczema.
  • Utah winters are especially hard on children battling this condition.
  • Consult your physician before starting new treatments.
Separating Diabetes Myths and Facts
Separating Diabetes Myths and Facts
  • Type 1 diabetes is an autoimmune disease. The condition occurs when the body slows or stops its production of insulin.
  • There are more than 1 million Americans living with type 1 diabetes, with about 40,000 more diagnosed each year.
  • Diabetes isn’t to be taken lightly, but the majority of diabetic children lead normal lives and enjoy all the same milestones as other kids.

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