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      Excessive drooling in a child

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      An overview of the signs, symptoms and medical options for this condition of uncontrollable drooling, known as sialorrhea.

      Botox injections into the salivary glands

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      Learn how Botox injections into the salivary glands can help treat your child's excessive drooling.

      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.

      Hyperhidrosis (excessive sweating)

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      ​Learn how hyperhidrosis is diagnosed and treated.

      Sore throat and tonsillitis

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      A sore throat is usually a symptom of an illness. Learn possible causes, how long it lasts, and how to take care of your child.

      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.

      Focal impaired awareness seizures

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      Read about causes and symptoms of focal impaired awareness seizures and how they are treated.

      Iron deficiency anemia and protein-losing enteropathy related to excessive milk intake

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      Milk is part of a healthy diet. But too much milk can lead to low levels of iron in the blood and some children can lose protein from the gut.

      Sepsis

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      Sepsis occurs when an infection spreads to the entire body. Find out what causes sepsis, how it is treated, and when to seek medical attention.

      Teething

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      ​Learn the signs and symptoms to look for when your baby is teething and how you can help to soothe your baby's gums.

      Obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD): Signs and symptoms

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      Find out about the range of OCD signs and symptoms in children and teens and how the disorder is diagnosed.

      Nasogastric (NG) tube feeding: Common problems

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      Learn how to treat common problems with your child's nasogastric (NG) tube feeding.

      Bell's palsy

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      An overview of the symptoms, causes and treatment of this sudden partial facial paralysis.

      Botox injections into salivary glands: Caring for your child at home after the procedure

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      Learn how to care for your child at home after Botox injections into their salivary glands.

      Secretions and suctioning: General knowledge

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      If a child has excess secretions, they may need to be suctioned using a suction machine. Learn more about the different types of suctioning and why a child might need it.

      Anxiety: Signs and symptoms

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      Learn about the signs and symptoms of anxiety in children and teens.

      Binge eating disorder: Overview

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      Discover the main features and causes of binge eating disorder and who is most likely to be affected by it.

      Scoping procedures: Bronchoscopy, laryngoscopy, esophagoscopy and laser surgery

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      Scoping procedures are used to look inside the throat. Learn why your child may have to have a scoping procedure, how to prepare and what to expect.

      Strep throat

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      Strep throat is a throat infection caused by a type of bacteria called streptococci. Learn how you can take care of your child.


      Clobazam

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

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      Speech and language: How to help with articulation

      Learn about articulation milestones in children and when to consider a speech assessment with a speech-language pathologist for articulation difficulties.

      Occupational therapy and swallowing problems after brain tumour surgery

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      Find out how an occupational therapist can help your child with after surgery for a brain tumour.

      Supporting healthy and responsible screen use in children during COVID-19

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      Screen use has increased in response to the COVID-19 pandemic. Discover how to help your family use screens responsibly during COVID-19.

      Excess weight gain after brain tumour treatment

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      An overview of the factors that can affect weight gain in children with brain tumours, and tips for maintaining a healthy weight.

      Living with cystic fibrosis

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