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🗣️ Identifying Silent Symptoms of Kidney Stones in Non-Verbal and Developmentally Delayed Children

Kidney stones can be extremely painful, but for non-verbal and developmentally delayed children, identifying symptoms becomes far more challenging. Unlike

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Silent Strep Throat Carriers: The Hidden Risk for Medically Complex Special Needs Children

Strep throat is a common infection, but in many children, it presents with clear symptoms—sore throat, fever, and difficulty swallowing.

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The Critical Link: How Sensory Processing Challenges Affect Gastrointestinal Disease in Children with Autism

Children with autism often face a range of physical and behavioral challenges, but one critical and frequently overlooked connection lies

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The Essential Guide to the Hepatitis A Vaccine for Children with Special Needs

Caring for children with special needs involves an added layer of awareness, especially when it comes to protecting them from

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Thyroid Cancer Symptoms and The Link to Common Special Needs Syndromes (e.g., Down Syndrome, MEN2)

When it comes to pediatric and developmental healthcare, early detection of thyroid cancer symptoms is often overshadowed by other pressing

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Beyond “Liver Cancer Symptoms”: Understanding Liver Changes in Children with Co-Occurring Conditions

The liver is one of the body’s most vital organs — filtering toxins, aiding digestion, and regulating metabolism. However, when

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Is It Just a Cold? Distinguishing Whooping Cough from Chronic Respiratory Illnesses in Special Needs Children

Respiratory infections in children often start with mild symptoms—a runny nose, slight cough, or fatigue. But for special needs children,

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Beyond the Diagnosis: Unlocking Mobility and Quality of Life for Children with Spinal Muscular Atrophy

Children diagnosed with spinal muscular atrophy (SMA) face unique physical and emotional challenges. Yet, beyond the daunting medical terms, there

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Colorful Plate Power-Ups to Prevent Colon Cancer

Colon cancer is one of the most common yet preventable cancers worldwide. A growing body of scientific evidence shows that

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The Hidden Risk: Why Children with Cerebral Palsy Have a Higher Risk of COPD

Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) is often seen as a condition affecting adults, especially those exposed to smoking or environmental

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