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My child is in pain
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How do I know my child is in pain?
Is your child saying they are sore or hurt or are in pain?
Sometimes your child might say they are sore even if they are playing
Children often use play as a way of not thinking about their pain
Believe your child if they say they are sore or hurting or in pain
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Parent video
Introduction by Professor Alice Roberts
Is your child saying they are sore or hurt or are in pain?
Does your child seem to be distressed?
Is your child’s behaviour different from usual?
Where do they seem to be uncomfortable?
Do they look like they are in pain?