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  1. Foreign object in the ear: First aid - Mayo Clinic

    Children may have ear pain and be cranky or cry. When to seek emergency help. If there is bleeding, severe pain, drainage or signs of infection, seek help right ...

  2. Anaphylaxis: First aid - Mayo Clinic

    Overview. A life-threatening allergic reaction called anaphylaxis can cause shock, a sudden drop in blood pressure and trouble breathing.

  3. Gastroenteritis: First aid - Mayo Clinic

    Gastroenteritis is an inflammation of the stomach and intestines that can cause watery diarrhea, nausea and vomiting. Gastroenteritis is often called the ...

  4. Burns: First aid - Mayo Clinic

    Symptoms include cool, clammy skin, weak pulse and shallow breathing. Minor burns. For minor burns, follow these first-aid guidelines: Cool the burn ...

  5. Toothache: First aid - Mayo Clinic

    Tooth decay is the most common cause of toothaches for most children and adults. Bacteria that live in your mouth thrive on the sugars and starches in the ...

  6. Blisters: First aid - Mayo Clinic

    Blisters are usually minor injuries that you can treat yourself. Treatment. If a blister isn't too painful, try to keep it from breaking open. Unbroken skin ...

  7. Sprain: First aid - Mayo Clinic

    You have pain directly over the bones of an injured joint. You have re-injured an area that has been injured a few times in the past. You have a severe sprain.

  8. Poisoning: First aid - Mayo Clinic

    And others — such as cleaners — are dangerous only if ingested. Children are particularly sensitive to even small amounts of certain drugs and chemicals.

  9. Heatstroke: First aid - Mayo Clinic

    Hot, dry skin or heavy sweating. Nausea and vomiting. Flushed skin. Rapid pulse. Rapid breathing. Headache. Fainting. Seizure. Coma.

  10. Fractures (broken bones): First aid - Mayo Clinic

    A fracture is a broken bone. It needs medical care. If the broken bone is the result of major trauma or injury, call 911 or your local emergency number. When to ...