Patient Education

The American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) is an organization of 67,000 primary care pediatricians, pediatric medical subspecialists, and pediatric surgical specialists dedicated to the health, safety, and well-being of all infants, children, adolescents, and young adults.

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.

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Diarrhea on Antibiotics

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Diarrhea begins while taking an antibiotic. Diarrhea means 2 or more watery or very loose stools. Reason: 1 loose stool can be normal.

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Diarrhea (Baby on Formula)

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Diarrhea is the sudden increase in the number and looseness of stools. Diarrhea means 2 or more watery or very loose stools. Reason: 1 loose stool can be normal with changes in diet. Most diarrhea is caused by a viral infection of the intestines.

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Diarrhea (Baby on Breastmilk)

Category:: Schmitt Pediatric Care Advice

Diarrhea is the sudden increase in the number and looseness of stools. Diarrhea means 2 or more watery or very loose stools. Reason: 1 loose stool can be normal with changes in diet. Most diarrhea is caused by a viral infection of the intestines.

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Diarrhea (Age 1-5)

Category:: Schmitt Pediatric Care Advice

Diarrhea is the sudden increase in the number and looseness of stools. Diarrhea means 2 or more watery stools. Reason: a few loose stools can be normal with changes in diet. Most diarrhea is caused by a viral infection of the intestines.

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Diarrhea (Age 6-21)

Category:: Schmitt Pediatric Care Advice

Diarrhea is the sudden increase in the number and looseness of stools. Diarrhea means 2 or more watery stools. Reason: a few loose stools can be normal with changes in diet. Most diarrhea is caused by a viral infection of the intestines.

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Diaper Rash

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Any rash on the skin covered by a diaper. Diaper-wearing age group (birth to 3 years).

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Cradle Cap

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A scaly rash on the scalp that starts in newborns.

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Croup

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Croup is an infection of the voicebox (larynx) caused by a virus.

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