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My child's appetite has lessened after a throat infection. What should I do?

My daughter is 7 years old and had a throat infection, after which her appetite has really gone down. What could be the reason? How can I help her?
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How can I avoid my son from getting scarring with chickenpox?

My son has developed the chickenpox and he is itching himself a lot, even after I put the ointment on him. I'm afraid that this will cause him to have scarring along his skin....
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At what age can I introduce my child to coconut water?

My daughter is 2 years old and I would for her to start drinking coconut water. Is there any age where it's safe to introduce coconut water in her everyday diet?
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Why does my daughter sneeze everyday?

Every morning, my daughter wakes up and sneezes repeatedly for nearly a half an hour. She'll also sneeze randomly throughout the day, especially if she's in that room. This never...
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Are cloth diapers recommended for babies?

I am a new mother and I am very confused whether to opt for normal diapers or the cloth diapers for my little one. Can you please suggest which is best?
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Is it safe to frequently use nasal drips for children?

My son often has a stuffy nose while sleeping. We've been treating it with nasal drips but this has been quite often. Are these safe for children for a long period of time?
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What medicine can I give my child for headaches?

My 4 year old has been complaining about headaches in the afternoons. What medication can I give him for this?
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Why is my little one not running around like other kids?

My daughter is 3 years old and I don’t see her running around and being as active as other kids of her age. What could be the reason for this? She usually just sits inside mostly,...
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If my child is losing weight, is there a problem?

For the past week, my daughter has been gradually losing weight. It's now worrying me. Her eating pattern seems fine, so I don’t know why she is losing the weight. Should I...
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My daughter's elbows are darkening. What could be the problem?

My daughter is 4 years old and I observed that her elbows are darkening. What could be the reason for this? I know that she leans on them often, could this be due to that?
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Can steroids make my daughter overweight?

My daughter is on steroid treatment for her kidney disorder, but she has also been gaining a lot of weight. Could this be from the steroids?
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Are antihistamines safe for a 5 year old?

My son is 5 years old and the doctor recommended certain antihistamines to treat his allergies. Is it safe for him considering he is still so young?
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For how long should I keep my child at home after chickenpox?

My daughter had a bout of chickenpox and is now recovering. How long should I keep her at home?
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What is the permanent treatment for head lice?

My daughter got infected with head lice from school. I have tried various treatments but it seems like nothing is working. What should I do?
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Is it okay to feed cheese and butter to kids?

Should I be feeding things like cheese and butter to my kids? Aren't these important sources of calcium at a young age? What should the limit be?
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My 7 year old daughter is experiencing a lot of hair falling out. What could be the reason?

My daughter is 7 years old and has long hair. Lately it seems like a lot more hair is falling out than normal.
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When is the earliest time per year a child should get their flu shot?

I know most people get them in the summer and early fall, but is there ever a time that's too early? Or what's the best time?
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Is it advisable to start my daughter on vitamin D supplements?

I understand vitamin D deficiencies are commonplace. At what age should I start the supplement for my daughter, if at all? What should be the frequency? She's 6 years old now...
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Can you recommend a safe ointment for diaper rashes?

My daughter is 3 months old and suffers from diaper rashes. The doctor told us to apply coconut oil on these rashes, but it's not working. Please, can you suggest a safe ointment...
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How long should children be allowed on the computer?

My child plays all day on the computer. I think it's way too much and that it may start to affect his eyesight. How long should children be allowed on the computer? What do...
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