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Dr. Natasa Mihic, M.D.
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Dr. Natasa Mihic is a pediatrician practicing in Tucson, AZ. Dr. Mihic is a doctor who specializes in the health care of children. As a pedicatrician, Dr. Mihic diagnoses and treats infections, injuries, diseases and other disorders in children. Pediatricians typically work with infants, children, teenagers and young adults up to age 21. They practice medical care as well as preventative health care. Dr. Mihic can oversee and manage the physical, mental and emotional health of their patients.
Dr. Natasa Mihic, M.D.
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Why does my son hearing ringing and popping in his ears?
May be allergies or ear infection post coming cold. He needs to be seen by a physician.
Could all of this have come with the mono?
Hi, your son needs additional blood work and likely referral to Hematologist, or blood specialists as soon as possible. This is likely not presumed to be from Mono from 3 years READ MORE
Hi, your son needs additional blood work and likely referral to Hematologist, or blood specialists as soon as possible.
This is likely not presumed to be from Mono from 3 years ago and is an emergency.
This is likely not presumed to be from Mono from 3 years ago and is an emergency.
How do I get my teething baby to drink milk?
Give some infant Motrin for pain and cold teething toys. This will pass too.
I have a swollen and bitten tongue?
Hi, I’m so sorry it happened. It looks like a little healing tissue form the bite. Nothing to do, you may treat pain with some Motrin and avoid hot food which may not feel comfortable. READ MORE
Hi,
I’m so sorry it happened. It looks like a little healing tissue form the bite. Nothing to do, you may treat pain with some Motrin and avoid hot food which may not feel comfortable. Popsicles and cold. soft foods for few days will be soothing for him. He will be better in couple of days.
I’m so sorry it happened. It looks like a little healing tissue form the bite. Nothing to do, you may treat pain with some Motrin and avoid hot food which may not feel comfortable. Popsicles and cold. soft foods for few days will be soothing for him. He will be better in couple of days.
Is honey good for a baby with a cough?
Hi,
No, baby cannot have any medications OTC for cough and especially no honey. It may cause botulism in babies, which could be very serious. If child is under 12 months, you READ MORE
Hi,
No, baby cannot have any medications OTC for cough and especially no honey. It may cause botulism in babies, which could be very serious. If child is under 12 months, you need to take your child to your pediatrician. You can only use saline spray and humidifier.
Hope this helps!
No, baby cannot have any medications OTC for cough and especially no honey. It may cause botulism in babies, which could be very serious. If child is under 12 months, you need to take your child to your pediatrician. You can only use saline spray and humidifier.
Hope this helps!
What does alkaline phosphatase indicate?
Hello, It may be just benign elevation but it needs to be followed. I would request heme evaluation but many times numbers need to be relegated every few weeks and make sure they READ MORE
Hello,
It may be just benign elevation but it needs to be followed. I would request heme evaluation but many times numbers need to be relegated every few weeks and make sure they go down. Kids liver is underdeveloped and they are also growing so elevated alkaline phosphatase may likely be transient elevation. Please consult your Pediatrician.
It may be just benign elevation but it needs to be followed. I would request heme evaluation but many times numbers need to be relegated every few weeks and make sure they go down. Kids liver is underdeveloped and they are also growing so elevated alkaline phosphatase may likely be transient elevation. Please consult your Pediatrician.
15 month old child and covid?
Hi, So we usually don’t separate parents from kids in those situations. Child has already been exposed before your test turned out to be positive. Do your best to wash hands and READ MORE
Hi,
So we usually don’t separate parents from kids in those situations. Child has already been exposed before your test turned out to be positive. Do your best to wash hands and maybe wear a mask at home but at this point, separation from a child would not make any difference. If the child gets COVID it will likely present as flu like symptoms and most of healthy children recover fast. Get well soon!
So we usually don’t separate parents from kids in those situations. Child has already been exposed before your test turned out to be positive. Do your best to wash hands and maybe wear a mask at home but at this point, separation from a child would not make any difference. If the child gets COVID it will likely present as flu like symptoms and most of healthy children recover fast. Get well soon!
Aspirin in children?
Hi, Yes, it’s quite common for cardiology to prescribe aspirin to children with heart condition as a blood thinner. Benefits in this case outweigh the risks. Many younger children READ MORE
Hi,
Yes, it’s quite common for cardiology to prescribe aspirin to children with heart condition as a blood thinner. Benefits in this case outweigh the risks. Many younger children end up on aspirin as a prevention of clots, especially before procedure.
Yes, it’s quite common for cardiology to prescribe aspirin to children with heart condition as a blood thinner. Benefits in this case outweigh the risks. Many younger children end up on aspirin as a prevention of clots, especially before procedure.
How do I keep my son on a healthy diet during lockdown?
Hi, I competent understand your worry. Many children have gained a lot of weight due to staying at home and decreased activity. Even if staying home you could make healthy meals READ MORE
Hi,
I competent understand your worry. Many children have gained a lot of weight due to staying at home and decreased activity. Even if staying home you could make healthy meals and prep lab snacks. Protein such as eggs, peanut butter, cheese, tofu, meats should be in their daily diet, as well as many fresh fruits and vegetables. By avoiding sugary drinks such as juice, soda, power drinks will decrease daily caloric intake as well. Also, portion sizes are very important and not eating after 0700pm at night. Another important thing is to control their excessive electronics use and promote daily exercise, even if able to ride bike or scooter, run and play. Hope this helps!
I competent understand your worry. Many children have gained a lot of weight due to staying at home and decreased activity. Even if staying home you could make healthy meals and prep lab snacks. Protein such as eggs, peanut butter, cheese, tofu, meats should be in their daily diet, as well as many fresh fruits and vegetables. By avoiding sugary drinks such as juice, soda, power drinks will decrease daily caloric intake as well. Also, portion sizes are very important and not eating after 0700pm at night. Another important thing is to control their excessive electronics use and promote daily exercise, even if able to ride bike or scooter, run and play. Hope this helps!
How much paracetamol can a 7 year old have?
Hi,
It depends on child’s weight. Look at the Tylenol or acetaminophen box and it will tell you approximate dosing.
It depends on child’s weight. Look at the Tylenol or acetaminophen box and it will tell you approximate dosing.
What age can a child have a tonsillectomy?
Hi, Even very young toddlers sometime undergo procedure if necessary. Sometime younger children have less pain after procedure or bleeding. Please consult your ENT doctor to get READ MORE
Hi,
Even very young toddlers sometime undergo procedure if necessary. Sometime younger children have less pain after procedure or bleeding. Please consult your ENT doctor to get more extensive explanation.
Even very young toddlers sometime undergo procedure if necessary. Sometime younger children have less pain after procedure or bleeding. Please consult your ENT doctor to get more extensive explanation.
What should you eat when you have mono?
They usually have very bad sore throat so treating the pain with Ibuprofen will help with appetite as well. Usually cold liquids, smoothies and softer foods are easier to swallow READ MORE
They usually have very bad sore throat so treating the pain with Ibuprofen will help with appetite as well. Usually cold liquids, smoothies and softer foods are easier to swallow so I would stick to those and make sure child drinks lots of liquids, such as water and electrolyte rich beverages.
How long does Mono last in a child?
Hi,
Anywhere from a couple of weeks to a couple of months. Sometimes they can have enlarged spleen, so we avoid contact sports for 4-6 weeks.
Anywhere from a couple of weeks to a couple of months. Sometimes they can have enlarged spleen, so we avoid contact sports for 4-6 weeks.
Asking for daughter?
Hello, She needs to be seen as soon as possible and potentially needs a CT scan. Those are not normal headache symptoms especially with the loss of balance. Please take her in READ MORE
Hello,
She needs to be seen as soon as possible and potentially needs a CT scan. Those are not normal headache symptoms especially with the loss of balance. Please take her in to her Pediatrician or ER as soon as possible. Thank you! Please let me know how she is doing. Best regards!
She needs to be seen as soon as possible and potentially needs a CT scan. Those are not normal headache symptoms especially with the loss of balance. Please take her in to her Pediatrician or ER as soon as possible. Thank you! Please let me know how she is doing. Best regards!
What age does reflux peak in babies?
Any time after birth, and it gets better between 6-9 months of age. In about 99% of newborns, it goes away by 9 months.
Thanks!
Thanks!
How can I find out what allergies my newborn may have?
Hi, we typically don’t test newborns this early for allergies. We assume they may have milk protein allergy if they have eczema, fussiness with feeds and blood in stool. We usually READ MORE
Hi, we typically don’t test newborns this early for allergies. We assume they may have milk protein allergy if they have eczema, fussiness with feeds and blood in stool. We usually test a little later about 6 months of age since they are requiring venous blood draw and it’s quite difficult at their age to obtain one at the laboratory. Please talk to your Pediatrician about milk protein allergy before you do any testing. Thanks!
How do I know my baby is full when breastfeeding?
If you feed 10-15 minutes on each side every 2-3 hrs and they have wet diaper after feeding and gaining weight appropriately about 0.5-1 oz a day they are getting enough. I would READ MORE
If you feed 10-15 minutes on each side every 2-3 hrs and they have wet diaper after feeding and gaining weight appropriately about 0.5-1 oz a day they are getting enough. I would try to pump as well if you can, they need about 3oz of breast milk every 2-3hrs. Hope this helps!
Is coronavirus dangerous to toddlers?
Hi,
Most of the younger kids have flu-like symptoms, like fevers for 2-3 days, runny nose, fussiness, cough, etc. However, sometime kids may develop systemic disease and have READ MORE
Hi,
Most of the younger kids have flu-like symptoms, like fevers for 2-3 days, runny nose, fussiness, cough, etc. However, sometime kids may develop systemic disease and have shortness of breath, rash, and difficulty breathing. If the child if doing well with fluids, like Pedialyte, water, and antipyretics, fever reducers, they usually turn a corner after 4-5 days of illness.
Most of the younger kids have flu-like symptoms, like fevers for 2-3 days, runny nose, fussiness, cough, etc. However, sometime kids may develop systemic disease and have shortness of breath, rash, and difficulty breathing. If the child if doing well with fluids, like Pedialyte, water, and antipyretics, fever reducers, they usually turn a corner after 4-5 days of illness.
When should I take my child to the doctor for a sore throat?
Hi,
If they have a fever over 100.4 F, difficulty swallowing, red spots or pus in their tonsils that last over 48 hours, I would take them in for a Strep test.
If they have a fever over 100.4 F, difficulty swallowing, red spots or pus in their tonsils that last over 48 hours, I would take them in for a Strep test.
Why does my child get frequent colds?
Many children of school age may have common colds once a month. Teach your child proper hand hygiene, washing hands with warm water for 20 seconds, not touching their mouth and READ MORE
Many children of school age may have common colds once a month. Teach your child proper hand hygiene, washing hands with warm water for 20 seconds, not touching their mouth and nose areas frequently and you may give them daily vitamins and probiotics to help with the immune system. It’s very common for kids to get common colds frequently.
