Pain, burning or stinging when passing urine. Suspect pain if a young child starts to cry while passing urine
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As part of that commitment, the AAP publishes expert advice for parents, caregivers, and patients on Pediatric Patient Education. Information can be accessed 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, and many titles also are available in Spanish.
Pain, burning or stinging when passing urine. Suspect pain if a young child starts to cry while passing urine
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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
Read MoreRotavirus commonly causes severe, watery diarrhea, mostly in babies and young children. Vomiting and fever are also common in babies with rotavirus.
Read MoreVaccine Information Statement on COVID-19 Vaccine (October 19, 2023).
Read MoreDengue is caused by one of four viruses spread through the bite of an infected mosquito.
Read MoreHPV vaccine prevents infection with human papillomavirus (HPV) types that are associated with many cancers.
Read MoreHepatitis B is a serious infection that affects the liver. It is caused by the hepatitis B virus.
Read MoreWith any medicine, including vaccines, there is a chance of reactions. These are usually mild and go away on their own, but serious reactions are also possible.
Read MoreInfluenza (“flu”) is a contagious disease that spreads around the United States every year, usually between October and May.
Read MoreMeasles, mumps, and rubella are serious diseases. Before vaccines they were very common, especially among children.
Read MoreMeasles, mumps, rubella, and varicella are viral diseases that can have serious consequences. Before vaccines, these diseases were very common in the United States, especially among children. They are still common in many parts of the world.
Read MoreMeningococcal disease is a serious bacterial illness. It is a leading cause of bacterial meningitis in children 2 through 18 years old in the United States. Meningitis is an infection of the covering of the brain and the spinal cord.
Read MorePneumococcal disease refers to any illness caused by pneumococcal bacteria. These bacteria can cause many types of illnesses, including pneumonia, which is an infection of the lungs. Anyone can get pneumococcal disease, but children under 2 years old, people with certain medical conditions or other risk
Read MoreVaccination can protect older adults (and some children and younger adults) from pneumococcal disease.
Read MorePolio (or poliomyelitis) is a disabling and life-threatening disease caused by poliovirus, which can infect a person’s spinal cord, leading to paralysis. Polio vaccine can prevent polio.
Read MoreTetanus and diphtheria are very serious diseases. They are rare in the United States today, but people who do become infected often have severe complications. Td vaccine is used to protect adolescents and adults from both of these diseases.
Read MoreTetanus, diphtheria, and pertussis are very serious diseases. Tdap vaccine can protect us from these diseases. And, Tdap vaccine given to pregnant women can protect newborn babies against pertussis.
Read MoreChickenpox (also called varicella) is a common childhood disease. It is usually mild, but it can be serious, especially in young infants and adults.
Read MoreThe vaccines covered on this statement are those most likely to be given during the same visits during infancy and early childhood.
Read MoreVaccine Facts for Informed Decision-Making
Read MoreA reaction to a recent immunization (vaccine) shot. Most reactions are at the injection site (such as pain, swelling, redness).
Read MoreA reaction to a recent immunization (vaccine). Most reactions are at the shot site (such as pain, swelling, redness).
Read MoreVaccines can protect your child from 16 severe infections.
Read MoreScientific studies show that many different genes work together with things in the environment to put a child at risk for autism spectrum disorder (ASD). Scientific studies do not show that vaccines cause ASD.
Read MoreA pink rash that is all over the body. The rash is part of a viral illness.
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