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Dr. Antonio Figueroa, MD

Pediatrician

Dr. Antonio Figueroa MD is a top Pediatrician in Brownsville, . With a passion for the field and an unwavering commitment to their specialty, Dr. Antonio Figueroa MD is an expert in changing the lives of their patients for the better. Through their designated cause and expertise in the field, Dr. Antonio Figueroa MD is a prime example of a true leader in healthcare. As a leader and expert in their field, Dr. Antonio Figueroa MD is passionate about enhancing patient quality of life. They embody the values of communication, safety, and trust when dealing directly with patients. In Brownsville, TX, Dr. Antonio Figueroa MD is a true asset to their field and dedicated to the profession of medicine.
47 years Experience
Dr. Antonio Figueroa, MD
  • Brownsville, TX
  • Univ De El Salvador- Fac De Med- San Salvador- El Salvador
  • Accepting new patients

Does a child need antibiotics for bronchitis?

most of the bronchitis episodes are of viral etiology,some of them are complicated with bacterial,in that case they need antiobiotics but the viral etiology they dont need

Pediatric- sprained finger vs cellulitis?

I think first you have to out fracture,celulitis due to the case she has Down syndrome they dont express or tell about symptoms,then,thinking in the other options,like complications READ MORE
I think first you have to out fracture,celulitis due to the case she has Down syndrome they dont express or tell about symptoms,then,thinking in the other options,like complications caused by her congenital condition, i will begin with a CBC to rule out infection,sigle xray of the hand,ESR and then see what happens.

Can I give adult Advil to my child?

Yes, you can give ibuprofen (advil) to your son, the dose is 10mg/kg per day divided every 6 hours, means that advil has 100mg/5ml or 200mg/tab. Most probably your son can have READ MORE
Yes, you can give ibuprofen (advil) to your son, the dose is 10mg/kg per day divided every 6 hours, means that advil has 100mg/5ml or 200mg/tab. Most probably your son can have 1 tab every 6 hours per fever or pain!

What vaccines can be harmful to children?

Vaccines are important for prevention of transmitted disease, some has side effects like fever, swollen of the site of administration and very rare serious complications like in READ MORE
Vaccines are important for prevention of transmitted disease, some has side effects like fever, swollen of the site of administration and very rare serious complications like in the past with oral polio! It is more the benefits rather than side effects. There are many studies than didn’t find relationship vaccines with autism!