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At what age is childhood obesity usually noticed?
You can now go to 1% or skim milk. Give 4-5 servings of fruits and vegetables per day and limit screen time to 1 hour a day. Make sure he stays active
When is a fever considered a medical emergency in a toddler?
Child her age can have high fever 103 to 104 with viral illness. If she is eating well and the fever comes down and does not last but a few days it is ok. If she is listless, READ MORE
Child her age can have high fever 103 to 104 with viral illness. If she is eating well and the fever comes down and does not last but a few days it is ok. If she is listless, coughing, has rash or vomiting get help with a lower temp.
My son is 5 years old and is complaining of a weird tickling feeling. What could be wrong?
Has he lost weight or vomited? Does he quit playing? This may be his explanation for nausea or reflux and may need to be treated if it persits
My 20 month old eats very little. Should I try to change his eating habits or what should I do?
Is the baby gaining weight ok? They only gain about 5 lb from 1-2 years old. If weight gain is fine, I would not be concerned. I would offer good food choices and only except READ MORE
Is the baby gaining weight ok? They only gain about 5 lb from 1-2 years old. If weight gain is fine, I would not be concerned. I would offer good food choices and only except them to eat one meal a day and small snacks in between ( a hand full of cereal). If they are not gaining further workup is needed. A lot of parents get overly concerned if they don't eat one meal and make meal time a struggle. This causes overeating.
My daughter got hit on her head with a wooden swing. Will an ice pack help?
An ice pack will help. Only leave it on for 3-4 minutes then leave off for several minutes. Watch for vomiting or change in mental status as these can be signs of internal injury READ MORE
An ice pack will help. Only leave it on for 3-4 minutes then leave off for several minutes. Watch for vomiting or change in mental status as these can be signs of internal injury and need to be seen immediately
How often should I get a complete body scan done for my son?
If he had complete repair, a complete body scan is unnecessary. He needs a yearly physical for blood pressure and growth and watch at home for any exercise intolerance. Get a READ MORE
If he had complete repair, a complete body scan is unnecessary. He needs a yearly physical for blood pressure and growth and watch at home for any exercise intolerance. Get a checkup then if this occurs
What is the treatment for nighttime cough?
Nighttime cough can be a sign of asthma, reflux, sinus drainage or allergies. If she has signs of any of these you treat the underlying problem. Keep stuffed animals out of the READ MORE
Nighttime cough can be a sign of asthma, reflux, sinus drainage or allergies. If she has signs of any of these you treat the underlying problem. Keep stuffed animals out of the bed wipe the ceiling fan blades with endust and keep her room a little cooler at night.
Can you suggest some home remedies to treat dry cough at night for kids?
Honey has proven effective in soothing a nighttime cough. Make sure the child is propped up and the room is cool.
To stop my child from bleeding is turmeric considered a good option?
Applying pressure on the wound would be a better option. Turmeric may prevent a clot from forming
My son is prone to eczema in winters. Will it be a lifelong condition?
Most children have improvement of their eczema by school age. If it is caused by allergies it is more likely to persist but mainly on the flexural areas. Keep his skin moisturized READ MORE
Most children have improvement of their eczema by school age. If it is caused by allergies it is more likely to persist but mainly on the flexural areas. Keep his skin moisturized and cut back his fingernails to prevent scratching
My daughter has dark circles under her eyes and she is just 3 years old. Why is this happening?
The dark circles are where the veins are close to the skin. Sometimes rubbing this can cause "allergic shiners". You could try over the counter zyrtec 2.5 ml daily.
When is a fever a cause of concern?
You should be concerned if the fever is persistent and she is listless, vomiting, has a rash or cough. Mild fevers with viral illnesses are common and do not need treatment. READ MORE
You should be concerned if the fever is persistent and she is listless, vomiting, has a rash or cough. Mild fevers with viral illnesses are common and do not need treatment. They can cause the body to fight off the infection.
My daughter is gaining weight on top but her legs are too lean. Why?
This could be her body style, do your family members or dad's family members have this shape? She could be exercising her upper body more than her legs and getting more muscle READ MORE
This could be her body style, do your family members or dad's family members have this shape? She could be exercising her upper body more than her legs and getting more muscle in the upper body. Also 8 1/2 to 9 years old is common for some puberty signs with upper chest starting to develop,
Do natural remedies help in treating strep throat or do you need medicine?
Strep is treated with antibiotics mainly to prevent very serious complications much as rheumatic heart disease and tonsillar abscess. Home remedies only treat the pain.
How much sugar should a kid be limited to every day?
You can give foods with complex sugars instead of simple sugars and give fruits and vegetables for snacks. Give water or milk to drinks instead of sugar drinks.
Are dryfruits okay for 3 year olds or is it too much fat for their bodies to digest?
Dry fruits are mainly carbohydrates but better than simple sugars and should be a good snack. There should be no liver concerns. She should not be allowed to "graze" on these READ MORE
Dry fruits are mainly carbohydrates but better than simple sugars and should be a good snack. There should be no liver concerns. She should not be allowed to "graze" on these all day long. She needs dairy and protein in her diet
Is it okay if my daughter missed certain milestones?
She should not be crawling yet but she should be rolling over both ways. Are you holding her all the time? Is her muscle tone normal? She needs to be checked to see if there READ MORE
She should not be crawling yet but she should be rolling over both ways. Are you holding her all the time? Is her muscle tone normal? She needs to be checked to see if there is a reason for the delay.
When should I be alarmed about my child being obese?
Genetics is a strong factor in obesity. Now is the time to change eating habits and activity to avoid adult obesity. Give skim milk or water no sugary drinks. Avoid high calorie READ MORE
Genetics is a strong factor in obesity. Now is the time to change eating habits and activity to avoid adult obesity. Give skim milk or water no sugary drinks. Avoid high calorie snacks and second helpings give 4-5 helpings of fruits and vegetables per day.limit screen time to 1 hour per day and get at least 1 hour of physical activity a day
How can I treat frequent ear pains in my 5 year old?
If she is still getting ear infections at this age she may have ear tube dysfunction
or sinusitis and may need to see ENT. Most recurrent ear infections get better by 2 years READ MORE
If she is still getting ear infections at this age she may have ear tube dysfunction
or sinusitis and may need to see ENT. Most recurrent ear infections get better by 2 years old . If pain is recurrent and not relieved by tylenol she needs checking in order to keep her hearing normal.
or sinusitis and may need to see ENT. Most recurrent ear infections get better by 2 years old . If pain is recurrent and not relieved by tylenol she needs checking in order to keep her hearing normal.
6 month old not getting enough ounces
Did you add the 2 oz of formula mixed with the baby food 2 times a day if not that would make 24 oz. If she is gaining well, this should be enough. If not, you have to cut back READ MORE
Did you add the 2 oz of formula mixed with the baby food 2 times a day if not that would make 24 oz. If she is gaining well, this should be enough. If not, you have to cut back on the baby food to once a day so she will take another 6 oz bottle.
