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Melinda Hickin

My son was still born

Health: Your Stories - 28/01/2010

Having a baby changes you forever. But what happens when that baby is stillborn? Melinda Hickin shares her story.

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If your child often picks their nose, does it mean they have worms?

Yes, because when you have worms, some live in the nose and cause irritation
No, nose picking is not a sign of worms (although it can cause reinfection).
No, the only symptom of worms is itching around the anus.

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