INSTANT APPOINTMENT
Ditch the scales
Dr Tim Ubhi is a consultant paediatrician and founder of The Children’s e-Hospital (e-hospital.co.uk).
Spot the signs
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Reason to worry? Sore subject
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should worry about? Vicky, Newcastle Nosebleeds are very common in children with a peak age of between two and ten years. They can happen for various reasons including irritation to the nasal passage, trauma, or a cold or sinus infection. They arise from bleeding in a part of the nose called ‘little’s area’ where there are lots of blood vessels. Often, the cause n’t etermined ut if they re regular or heavy you ee your GP. They will decide if referral to a specialist is Common problem needed.
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treated? Allison, Birmingham Impetigo usually presents with re sore blister which can burst and leave crusty brown patches on the skin. Easily treated Although contagious, it is easily treated with a combination of antibiotic cream and/or oral antibiotics depending on the severity and location of the rash. Impetigo usually clears up within 7 to 10 days if it’s treated early, so phone or visit your GP for a diagnosis. Whilst contagious, it’s important to keep your son off school to avoid spreading the condition.
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What’s on your mind?
Loving yourself
I’ve never been happy with the way I look and I’m always trying to lose a bit of weight. How can I finally learn to love myself?
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or many people, it is easier to love others than it is to love themselves, but selfacceptance is an important part of developing healthy relationships. Cutting out negative beliefs and trying not to compare yourself to others are all ways you can learn to feel happier with your own body.
What do you like?
Write a list of all the things you do like about yourself. Choose things that aren’t related to how much you weigh or what you look like. Read your list often, and add to it when you become aware of more things to like about yourself.
Beauty is a state of mind
Once you start to feel good about yourself, you’ll begin to carry yourself with a sense of confidenc
and self-acceptance that makes you beautiful. Beauty isn’t necessarily based on looks but is instead more about how you feel.
Surround yourself with positive people
Our negative thoughts about ourselves often come from people whose opinion we value. Surround yourself with people who are supportive and recognise the importance of liking yourself as you naturally re Be positive
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that can present at this age. Try and have an open discussion My 11-year-old son with your child in the first place, seems very withdrawn to see if you can identify what is and moody at the moment. oin on both internally and Could he be depres ally i.e. at school Laura, Glasgow n social groups. ontacting school This is difficult nd teaching staff to answer can also help to without knowing shed light on any more. We know problems that the onset of occurring at puberty can result Feeling down chool. If the in a change in mptoms are character, but it is stent or also important to ke concerning, you should an open mind to other take advice from your GP. causes of behavioural change
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Medical advice provided is for guidance only and does not substitute seeing a doctor. If you have concerns a face-to-face appointment with a doctor is recommended.
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