Growth and Health in Kids: Height, Weight & Vaccination Rashes

Children's growth patterns, including predicted height and weight, follow specific pediatric benchmarks. Managing common issues like vaccination rashes, hoarseness, and dental changes is a regular part of child care.

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What Causes Hoarseness in Children?

Published Jun,13 2017 | By Sophie Stillwell

If your child's voice suddenly sounds husky, scratchy or weak, it's possible that he is suffering from hoarseness. According to the University of Maryland Medical Center, hoarseness is most often caused by inflammation to the larynx. However, other conditions may have caused your child's hoarseness.

Sophie Stillwell has been writing professionally since 1992. She is published in "The Gorham Times" newspaper, "Private Colleges & Universities" magazine, on eHow and in several other publications. She has experience working as a paralegal, antiques dealer and neurobehavioral coach. Her writing topics frequently include frugal living, pets and health. Stillwell holds a Bachelor of Arts in English from the University of Southern Maine.