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Constipation and soiling (encopresis) in children

Find out about what causes constipation and soiling and how you can help your child with diet, toilet routines and medications.

Constipation in children with cancer

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Find out about the causes of constipation in children with cancer and how you can treat constipation, as well as some strategies for preventing constipation.

Enemas: How to give at home

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Discover the precautions to take when giving enemas to your child at home in order to relieve constipation.

Anal fissure

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An easy-to-understand overview of the symptoms, treatments, and medical options for a tear in the anal canal.

Non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) for JIA

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Non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) are typically used as first-line treatment of JIA. Learn about the different NSAIDs available and their potential side effects.

Vincristine

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Your child needs to take the medicine called vincristine. This information sheet explains what vincristine does, how to give it, and what side effects or problems your child may have when they take this medicine.

Toddler

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The toddler years bring new opportunities to support your child and understand the value of patience! Learn about toilet training, managing appetite slumps, handling common health issues and disciplining your child.

Opioids

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Your pain care team may recommend opioids to help you manage acute (sudden) or persistent pain. Read about opioids, some of their side effects and how to manage side effects of opioids.

Post-operative symptoms

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After a surgery, you may experience post-operative symptoms for a few days or weeks. Learn about common symptoms experienced after surgery and what you can do to manage them.

Opioids for sickle cell pain

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Your child's pain team may recommend opioids to help them manage acute (sudden) or persistent pain. Read about opioids, some of their side effects and how to manage side effects of opioids.

Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) and nutrition

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An overview of irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) outlining symptoms and treatments, including lifestyle changes that can help.

Urethral prolapse

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Urethral prolapse occurs when a girl's urethra becomes swollen and sticks out. Learn about what causes urethral prolapse and how it is treated.

Cholestyramine

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Your child needs to take the medicine called cholestyramine. This information sheet explains what cholestyramine does, how to give it, and what side effects or problems your child may have when he takes this medicine.

Traditional/classic ketogenic diet therapy for epilepsy

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Learn about the benefits and limitations of the traditional/classic ketogenic diet therapy for childhood epilepsy, how it is started and how it is used at home.

Codeine

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Your child needs to take the medicine called codeine. This information sheet explains what codeine does, how to give it, and what side effects or problems your child may have when they take this medicine.

Vinblastine

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Your child needs to take the medicine called vinblastine. This information sheet explains what vinblastine does, how to give it, and what side effects or problems your child may have when they take this medicine.

Gas (flatulence)

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An overview of the causes of your child's gas. Also included are tips on how to help your child control their excessive gas and when to seek medical attention.

Caring for your child's hip spica cast

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A hip spica cast extends from the chest to below the knees. Learn how to care for your child's hip spica cast.

Atropine for drooling

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Your child needs to take the medicine called atropine. This information sheet explains what atropine does, how to give it, and what side effects or problems your child may have when he or she takes this medicine.

Hypothyroidism in children

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Hypothyroidism occurs when the thyroid does not make enough thyroid hormones. Find out how to diagnose and treat hypothyroidism.

Patient-controlled and nurse-controlled analgesia

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Find out how PCA and NCA help your child get relief from severe, short-term pain in the hospital.

Thyroid disease and diabetes

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About 20 to 25% of people with type 1 diabetes will develop thyroid problems. Learn about the causes and symptoms of thyroid disease.

G/GJ tubes: Managing a leaking stoma

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Learn the difference between discharge and stoma leakage, and what to do if your child's stoma is leaking.

Sodium polystyrene sulfonate

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Your child needs to take medicine called sodium polystyrene sulfonate. This information sheet explains what sodium polystyrene sulfonate does, how to give it, and what side effects or problems your child may have while taking it.

Diazoxide

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Your child needs to take the medicine called diazoxide. This information sheet explains what diazoxide does, how to give it, and what side effects or problems your child may have when they take this medicine.