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Irritable child
Children can become cranky, fussy or irritable for many reasons. Often it's because they're hungry or just tired. But sometimes irritability can be a sign of illness in children, such as sensory problems, autism, or other diseases that cause them pain and irritability.
Dr. Valerie Hines reviewed this
19 year experience in Pediatrics
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What is the definition or description of: Irritable child?
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Can a child age 6 years possibly have irritable bowel syndrome?
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In the past few days my 19 months old child has shown some unusual behaviour. She is irritable and would randomly ask to be scratched at the back of her neck (head base). At first we thought it was some skin irritation but there is nothing visible.
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Are sundowning symptoms unique to dementia? Could normal people feel agitated, irritable, or restless during sundown hours? I feel uneasy at sundown hours ever since I was a child. So I was "born with" dementia?
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Hi i been neausus for almost a week super irritable itchy stomach and boobs and super exhausted could i be pregnant? This wouldnt be my first child
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My child has been running a mild fever (100-102) for 4 days along with a lot of mucus coming from the eyes and nose. Sleeps well. Eats fair. Irritable.
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What can cause irritability?
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Irritable without alcohol, what to do?
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What is the best way to reduce irritability?
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How do you treat irritable bowl and what diet?
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How common is it to be irritable during puberty?
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Are you supposed to be really irritable during ovulation?
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I'm wondering what medication works best for irritability?
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Will irritable bowl syndrom have any effect n future health?
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My toddler has been extremely irritable lately. What can I do?
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What should I do if I am suffering from irritable bowl syndrome?
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How can I make my skin not feel so dry and irritable in the morning?
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Is it more likely that someone suffering from diabetes will be irritable?
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How can I stop myself from needing to eat the food I'm craving? If I don't eat it, I get in bad mood and very irritable
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A 22-year old female asked:
I am experiencing difficulties physically and emotionally, I am constantly sad and irritable, i snap at the littlest things, i need advice?
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