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When to Call Your Child's Physician
It is important to contact your child's physician in the following situations:
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If your child is not eating or drinking well
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If there is antisocial or disruptive behavior at home or school
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If there are signs of infection (healing burn areas change and become red, warm, swollen, extremely tender, and have a foul odor)
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If there is uncontrollable itching
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If the scar cracks open or splits
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If a contracture occurs
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If your child's temperature is greater than 101.5 F rectally or by mouth
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If it appears that the dressing changes are painful for your child (you may want to discuss pain medication with your physician)
