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What's a Fever? for Kids
You've probably noticed that sometimes when you're sick, you feel really hot one minute and then freezing cold the next.
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What's Yellow Fever? for Kids
Yellow fever is a disease caused by a virus carried by mosquitoes. It's called yellow fever because it can cause jaundice, which turns the skin yellow.
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What's Scarlet Fever? for Kids
Scarlet fever is an infection caused by the same bacteria that cause strep throat. It's called scarlet fever because it causes a red, bumpy rash over most of the body.
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What Is Kawasaki Disease? for Kids
Kawasaki disease is pretty rare. Kids who have it may have a fever for up to 2 weeks.
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What Is Roseola? for Kids
Roseola is a sickness that mostly affects babies and toddlers. It can cause a high fever and a rash on the belly or chest.
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What Are Symptoms? for Kids
When you're sick, you usually have symptoms — body changes like a fever that let you know something's not right.
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What Is Hand, Foot, and Mouth Disease? for Kids
Hand, foot, and mouth disease can cause fever and blisters on the hands and feet and in the mouth and throat.
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Strep Throat for Kids
Strep throat gives you a sore throat and makes it hard to swallow. Find out more in this article for kids.
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What Is an Ear Infection? for Kids
A middle ear infection happens when germs like bacteria and viruses get in your middle ear and cause trouble. Read this article to find out more.
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Hey! A Tick Bit Me! for Kids
A tick attaches itself to the skin of a person or animal and sucks blood. If you have a dog, it may have picked up a tick before! Learn more about ticks in this article for kids.
Note: All information is for educational purposes only. For specific medical advice,
diagnoses, and treatment, consult your doctor.
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