A bacterial infection of the bladder. Also called cystitis
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A bacterial infection of the bladder. Also called cystitis
Read MoreA bacterial infection of the bladder. Also called cystitis
Read MoreUrinary tract infections (UTIs) are common in young children. These infections can lead to serious health problems. UTIs may go untreated because the symptoms may not be obvious to the child or the parents. The following is information from the American Academy of Pediatrics about UTIs—what they are,
Read MoreAn infection of one or more parts of the urinary system. The urinary system includes the kidneys, the tubes that join the kidneys to the bladder (ureters), the bladder, and the tube that leads from the bladder to the outside (the urethra).
Read MorePain, burning or stinging when passing urine. Suspect pain if a young child starts to cry while passing urine
Read MorePain, burning or stinging when passing urine. Suspect pain if a young child starts to cry while passing urine
Read MoreInformation and guidance for when urine is an unusual color.
Read MoreInformation and guidance for when urine has an unusual odor.
Read MoreInformation and guidance when urine has blood.
Read MoreIce and heat are often used in treating injuries.
Read MoreThe primary use of medicines in sports is to treat pain and inflammation. Athletes may also take medicines to treat specific medical conditions, such as asthma or diabetes, or to treat common illnesses, like colds, congestion, cough, allergies,
Read MoreHelp your teen be responsible with medication.
Read MoreStimulant medications are defined as controlled substances under federal and state regulations. The possession of stimulant medication without a prescription is against the law
Read MoreBooks are powerful tools that can serve as “mirrors, windows, and maps," reflecting children's own identity. Reading allows children to take a few steps in someone else's shoes, showing children the range of possibilities for their place in the world.
Read MoreMany children’s medicines come in liquid form. Liquid medicines are easier to swallow than pills. But they must be used the right way.
Read More“Over-the-counter” (OTC) means you can buy the medicine without a doctor's prescription. This doesn’t mean that OTCs are harmless. Like prescription medicines, OTCs can be dangerous if not taken the right way. Talk with your child's doctor before giving your child any medicine, especially the first
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