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Dr. Catherine Remus, M.D.
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- Rush Med Coll of Rush Univ, Chicago Il
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How are bacterial infections treated in children?
True bacterial infections are treated with antibiotics for the most part - occasionally, it is a wait and watch approach to let the body fight off the infection - it depends on READ MORE
True bacterial infections are treated with antibiotics for the most part - occasionally, it is a wait and watch approach to let the body fight off the infection - it depends on where the infection occurs. Your doctor should be able to advise you appropriately.
Bump under nipple in male?
Let your doctor have a look at it - most likely one would just continue to watch and wait, but get it looked at anyway.
What can I give my 2 year old for a cold?
It your child truly has a cold, there is no medication that will shorten the duration. Colds are caused by viruses and the body has to fight off the virus. The best "treatments" READ MORE
It your child truly has a cold, there is no medication that will shorten the duration. Colds are caused by viruses and the body has to fight off the virus. The best "treatments" for a cold are lots of fluids/rest/warm showers to loosen secretions/a cool mist humidifier/saline nasal sprays - if he is having a headache or muscle aches - tylenol or advil might be helpful. Honey if older than 2 years or warm cocoa are helpful for coughs.
How do you treat a cold in an infant?
"Treating" a cold in an infant is purely symptomatic - saline spray for the nose - bulb suctioning the nose if mucous present - a vaporizer by the bedside - elevating the head READ MORE
"Treating" a cold in an infant is purely symptomatic - saline spray for the nose - bulb suctioning the nose if mucous present - a vaporizer by the bedside - elevating the head of the bed - all are comfort measures as the baby fights off the viral infection. Antibiotics are not helpful for a cold and should not be used unless there is found to be a secondary bacterial infection.
Can I give my 7 year old half an Advil?
Half an advil is 200mg, and I am pretty sure your son weighs enough for that dose - dose is 10mg/kg of body weight (2.2 lb = 1 kg).
How long does it take for a child to get over bronchitis?
True bronchitis is a viral infection and can takes weeks (!) to resolve.
How long should a child have a cough before seeing a doctor?
Usually, a dry cough may go on for a couple weeks, and if no other issues, it's fine to let it go that long without seeing a doctor. But with the issue of COVID-19, you should READ MORE
Usually, a dry cough may go on for a couple weeks, and if no other issues, it's fine to let it go that long without seeing a doctor. But with the issue of COVID-19, you should call after a couple days as the doc may want your child tested.
How can I test my baby's hearing?
Your pediatrician may be able to test the hearing. We have a device in the office to do this.
How do you treat a coronavirus fever in a child?
Pretty much the same as any other fever, though Tylenol is the preferred choice of medication.
How can I help my 5 year old stop coughing?
She needs to be seen by her pediatrician. If "she is always coughing," there must be a reason behind it and that needs to be addressed.
Can teething cause coughing?
I wouldn't think teething would result in a cough.
Can an ear infection cause eye discharge?
There are times when a child has an ear infection along with eye discharge - that is not unusual - but the eye should not hurt.
How long is staph contagious?
Generally, he is considered to be contagious till on antibiotics/treated for 24 hours plus no purulent discharge present.
How do I know if my daughter's cough is serious?
Is she breathing fast? Does she seem to be working hard to breath or struggling to catch her breath? Is it non-stop coughing? Can you hear wheezing with her breathing? Is she READ MORE
Is she breathing fast? Does she seem to be working hard to breath or struggling to catch her breath? Is it non-stop coughing? Can you hear wheezing with her breathing? Is she not able to perform usual activities because of trouble breathing and her cough? These are all worrisome issues.
What are the treatment options for eye infections in toddlers?
Generally, eye drops are all that is needed. If it is suspected that the infection is more "around" the eye, IV or oral antibiotics might be needed.
How do you bring a child's fever down?
You may give tylenol and/or advil preparations orally - giving a tepid bath will also lower the body temp. Extra fluids are helpful so the child doesn't get dehydrated as a result READ MORE
You may give tylenol and/or advil preparations orally - giving a tepid bath will also lower the body temp. Extra fluids are helpful so the child doesn't get dehydrated as a result of running the fever.
What should I do if my child has conjunctivitis?
Keep the eye clean with a cotton ball dipped in warm water. If the conjunctivitis is deemed to be bacterial, antibiotic eye drops are helpful.
What age should a child have an eye test?
In my office, we have a machine that does a screening eye test/exam and I try to get the parents to have us use it at the 2 yr check-up and yearly there-after. Little kids can't READ MORE
In my office, we have a machine that does a screening eye test/exam and I try to get the parents to have us use it at the 2 yr check-up and yearly there-after. Little kids can't tell you that they can't see well!
Do toddlers get the meningitis vaccine?
There are some countries where the "meningitis" vaccine is required - specifically the menactra/meningococcal vaccine, but in the US, unless there is some underlying immune issue, READ MORE
There are some countries where the "meningitis" vaccine is required - specifically the menactra/meningococcal vaccine, but in the US, unless there is some underlying immune issue, babies/toddlers do not routinely receive this vaccine. But, the HIB vaccine and the Prevnar vaccine do prevent other forms of bacterial meningitis resulting from either strep or h. flu bacterial infections. These two vaccines are routinely given to babies/toddlers.
Can I give my 1 year old children's Motrin?
Yes, motrin/ibuprofen may be given to infants/children 6 months and older - dose is based on weight of the child.
