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Health
Questions:
- What is RSV and is there a vaccine for it?
- My baby has rubbed a bald spot on her head. Will her hair grow back?
- What is the main cause of birth marks?
- How can I get rid of the white bumps on my newborn's face?
- How can I prevent colic in a newborn?
- How can I get rid of a terrible diaper rash?
- What could be causing my baby's severe eczema?
- What is jaundice? How come babies are born with jaundice and is it something I should worry about?
- Why did my baby get a rash when I switched him to whole milk?
- Why did my baby getting a rash when I switched him to whole milk?
- Should I sterilize bottles and nipples in a dishwasher? Is this even necessary?
- How old should my baby be before I switch him to whole milk?
- What do I do to help my bottle-fed baby when she has gas pain?
- I am encountering two versions of cord care. One is to leave it alone, and the other is to clean it well around the base with alcohol. Which is correct?
- My baby is due in March and will most likely be born in Australia. How soon after his birth would it be safe to fly to America?
- Can a fortified soy milk provide the same nutrition as whole milk for a 1 year old?
- My baby's head is very flat from sleeping on his back (as recommended by doctors). Can having a flat head lead to developmental difficulties? Will the flatness go away once he is old enough to sit up or sleep on his side?
- My baby is 12 weeks old and has just cut two teeth -- with more on the way. He can't hold a teether, and the gels are all for babies over 4 months. What do you suggest?
- How does a baby develop the bacteria in his intestines?
- My 4-month-old son's doctor checked his blood yesterday and he is iron deficient. How common is this?
- Are there any risks for a non-immunized child to go swimming in the local swimming pool?
- I am concerned about my 4 month-old son rolling from his back to his stomach when he sleeps and SIDS. What should I do?
- Can you provide a brief explanation of an infant's "soft spot" and when it normally closes? Does that also apply to premature infants?
- What is the proper way to sterilize a baby's bottle? And is this really necessary and for how long?
- I have been told by many that using steroids is not good for my child and long-term problems may result. Is this true?
- My baby boy is 6 weeks old and he has a hernia in his belly button. How normal is it, and how big can it get?
- Is the hepatitis A shot required? If so, by whom?
- With petting zoos in the news recently, I am afraid to take my children. Are they safe?
- My daughter is almost 9 years old and needs braces. When should we take her to an orthodontist?
- My son's teacher told me that she sees characteristics of Asbergers disorder in him. My pediatrician says he's too young to make a diagnosis, but suspects ADD. What do you think?
- My almost 5-year-old wets the bed. Should he see a doctor or is this normal?
- Why does my child still wet the bed and what can I do about it?
- My very thin 10-year-old has started saying she's fat and wants to go on a low-calorie diet. I know she's hearing this at school. What should I do?
- My 7-year-old daughter had two episodes recently where she felt like she could not get enough air. Could this be a sign of asthma?
- My 11-year-old's eczema has returned after being dormant for two years. Is this normal? Could stress be a factor?
- My husband recently moved out. Since then my three children have been getting sores in their mouths. Could stress be causing this, and is there anything I can do to prevent it and treat it?
- My teenage daughter wants to get the top of her ear pierced. Can this cause infections and scarring?
- How can I get rid of a terrible diaper rash?
- Is it OK for my kids to only drink bottled water?
- Should young children get the chicken pox vaccine?
- How are Staph infections transmitted and how can Iprevent them?
- My son fell and bumped his head two and a half months ago and still has a bump. Is this normal?
- My 3-year-old gets dry patches on his legs. What can I do?
- My daughter has had a broken blood vessel on her cheek for months. Should I worry?
- My 4-year-old daughter urinates frequently. Could this be caused by stress?
- My 3-year-old is always constipated. What can I do?
- What are the dangers of giving young children caffeine?
- My 5-year-old son is very pigeon-toed. Should I be concerned?
- How much Halloween candy should I let my children consume and does sugar really cause hyperactivity?
- What foods can cause a child to be constipated?
- When a child has diarrhea, are there any foods you should not give them?
- We just found out that our son has a severe peanut allergy. What other names are used to label products that may contain peanuts?
- What can I feed my anemic 4-year-old who doesn't like meat?
- Why does my child eat dirt?
- How can I brush my 2-year-old's teeth when he won't let me? And should he be going to the dentist now?
- Is a sulfur-like odor associated with the rotavirus when vomiting or burping?
- My son sucks his bottom lip, and it is very sore. What can I do?
- Why do children develop dark circles under their eyes? Is it due to diet or lack of sleep?
- When should I take my toddler to the doctor if she has a fever?
- My 3-year-old is constantly thirsty and drinks a lot of water. Should I be concerned?
- At what age can a child be tested for allergies?
- Do vaccines for children have mercury in them? I've heard they can be more harmful than good.
- My daughter refuses to eat before her soccer games. Should I force her?
- My son is about to have surgery. What efforts do hospitals take to stop the spread of germs?
- My child bruises very easily. Can a bruise be so bad that you should see a doctor?
- I am so afraid of RSV and the rotavirus. How can I keep my newborn safe from these illnesses?
- Who should get a flu shot? Are flu shots recommended for kids?
- Should my child get the chickenpox vaccine?
- When should my child have her first dental exam?
- Should children see the dentist more frequently and brush differently than adults?
- My child was running a temperature last night, but he really didn't have any other symptoms. After fever-reducing medicine before bed, his temperature is lower, but still not normal. Is there a way I can tell for sure that he is too sick for school?
- How can we keep our baby from contracting every little virus that the older kids come in contact with at school?
- Now that it's colder, I'm concerned about my child being warm enough. Am I overreacting?
- Are topical pain treatments safe to use for a child's knee and leg pain?
- Do kids need to bathe daily?
- Can I give my children water with liquid cough and cold medicine?
- Do cold medicine strips work as well as liquid?
- My son plays football and complains his knees bother him. Can a chiropractor help, or should he stop playing?
- Should I have my daughter's warts removed?
- What is the most common reason that parents bring a child to the emergency room?
- Sometimes my baby's breathing seems labored. Is this normal?
- How will I know if my child is dehydrated?
- My child just doesn't seem like himself. Should I be worried?
- My daughter frequently gets mosquito and flea bites. Can they be dangerous?
- What should you look for if your child has been stung by an insect?
- How can you distinguish between a bad bruise and a broken bone in a child that's fallen?
- What are the dangers signs that a child has a head injury after a fall?
- What does it mean when a child has a sprain?
- What are the top reasons a parent brings a child to the emergency room?
- How do you know when you should take your child to the hospital?
- How do I know which emergency room to take my child to?
- What should I take to the emergency room?
- What should I expect when I take my baby to the hospital?
- What tests will be baby have at the emergency room?
- Will I need to have a follow-up after leaving the emergency room with my child?
- What is the flu, or influenza?
- How should I treat my child's flu symptoms?
- When should I call the doctor when my child has the flu?
- How contagious is the flu? How is it spread?
- Can you prevent the flu?
- Should children get the flu shot?
- What are the risks and side effects of the flu shot?
- What is dehydration?
- What are the signs of dehydration in babies and toddlers?
- When should you get medical help for a dehydrated child?
- Can you treat a dehydrated child at home?
- Do you have any tips on preventing dehydration in babies and toddlers?
- What are the red flags that signal a child may be dehydrated?
- What can cause stomach pain in children?
- My child complains frequently of stomachaches. What questions do I need to ask him to find out why his stomach hurts?
- When should I call the doctor for a stomachache?
- What can I do at home for my child's tummy troubles?
- What can I do at home for my child's tummy troubles?
- What is Central Auditory Processing Disorder?
- What are the signs and symptoms of Central Auditory Processing Disorder?
- What should you do if you suspect your child has Central Auditory Processing Disorder?
- My son has Central Auditory Processing Disorder. Do you have any tips on how I can help him?
- My toddler will not open his mouth to take medicine. Any suggestions?
- Can you give a child too much antibiotic? Can they overdose? Will giving them more make them get well quicker?
- One of my twin's head is a little misshapen. Should I be concerned? What should I do?
- What is positional molding?
- Can you suggest any books on dealing with a child's disability?
- Can you tell me more about the recall on infant cold and cough formulas?
- What medications are available for diaper rash?
- What medications are available to treat gastro esophageal reflux?
- What medications are available to treat ear infections?
- What medications are available to treat pink eye?
- What type of medication is most commonly used in children for infections?
- Can you tell me about the prescriptions amoxicillin and Augmentin®?
- What are cephalosporins?
- What is Septra and what conditions does it treat?
- My doctor prescribed my child Zithromax®. Can you tell me a little about this drug?
- What is the most commonly prescribed drug for allergies in children?
- Can you tell me about the most common prescriptions given to children?
- Do you feed a fever, starve a cold or vice versa?
