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Probably allergies: Phlegm is usually produced by the upper respiratory tract (nose) -- post nasal drip. If present more than two weeks it is likely allergies. Yes, even ... Read More
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Quickly: Within days there should be no more live pinworms unless you have been re-infected. Treat everyone in the household at the same time.
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Yes: For the growing child it enhances brain growth as brain membranes are laid down. We have noted improved development and iq scores on diets supplemente... Read More
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Avoid flea exposure: Keep the bite sites clean and apply a small dab of antibiotic ointment like Mupirocin to avoid infection. Decrease itching with after-bite. Rid your h... Read More
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Depends: If uninfected, they should heal within a week. If irritated and scratched, they will last longer, scar up and may become infected. Avoid scratching an... Read More
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Yes: You need to be examined by an ear, nose, and throat specialist to determine what it is.
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No: Crawling is not even considered a milestone of development. 50% of babies do not crawl, but go straight from sitting to standing with support.
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Unlikely situation: Only a newborn has an umbilical cord and there is no way you would not know if the nb is having pain from the cord. Noise in the stomach is likely gas... Read More
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Depends: If recent bite and it is sore and red, it could be the start of an abscess or pus accumulation. If not recent it may just be scar tissue formed from r... Read More
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After the delivery: You can produce colostrum (which is not technically breast milk) in the last weeks of pregnancy. After the delivery and the hormone shifts that occur,... Read More
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