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Teenage Acne Remedies

Maybe because acne is prevalent in the teenage world, many strange notions and myths surround this condition, mostly as to the causes. Someone started the myth that eating chocolate causes acne, which is untrue. Eating pizza and french fries don’t cause acne, either. Not washing the face enough is also a myth. Acne can be a problem for many teenagers, though, and remedies do exist. That is not a myth.

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ADD & ADHD Treatments

ADHD stands for attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder. Before 1994, this same condition was referred to as ADD, or attention deficit disorder. ADHD is the more commonly used term since the name change. However, doctors still use the term ADD when referring to a condition that does not involve hyperactivity. Both conditions involve your child’s not being able to sit still and pay attention, acting impulsively and sometimes getting into trouble.

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Treatment for a Mold Allergy

People can experience an allergic reaction to a wide variety of usually harmless substances, from pollen and dust to various foods and mold. If you are allergic to mold, your symptoms flare up when you breathe in spores, whether from a moldy basement or from a container of forgotten leftovers. Symptoms of a mold allergy include itchy eyes and nose, a running nose, cough and congestion. Some people may have asthma along with an allergy to mold and may experience chest tightness and shortness of breath.

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Treatment for Bipolar Disorder in Children

Once considered a disease that affected adults only, bipolar disorder is now seen in children as young as 6 years. Around 7 percent of children seen at psychiatric hospitals in the United States can be classified as having bipolar disorder, according to the National Alliance of Mental Illness. If your child is diagnosed with the condition, there are several treatment options to help both you and him cope with the illness.

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Morning Sickness Medications

Morning sickness may be one of the most unpleasant aspects of pregnancy. You wish for a magic pill that you could take to keep the nausea and vomiting at bay, without harming your developing baby. While some women are extra cautious about taking any medication during the first trimester, some medicines are considered safe for your baby and will most likely help quell your nausea.