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Dr. Zahida Khan
Pediatrician
Dr. Zahida Khan is a pediatrician practicing in Brooklyn, New York. Dr. Khan is a doctor who specializes in the health care of children. As a pedicatrician, Dr. Khan 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. Khan can oversee and manage the physical, mental and emotional health of their patients.
61 years
Experience
Dr. Zahida Khan
- BROOKLYN, NY
- Lady Hardinge Med Coll- Univ Of Delhi- New Delhi- Delhi- India
- Accepting new patients
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My baby is in her rolling phase. However she didn’t roll for an entire day. Is everything okay?
No, nothing to worry, baby goes through these phases.
Is it safe to give antibiotics to a baby for a cough?
No, antibiotic is not recommended for any cough especially if the cause of cough is viral or allergic.
After a head injury my daughter is not able to speak. What could it be?
It could be serious. Call 911 and make sure she is seen in ed while keeping neck immobile
What are the key pros and cons of circumcision in kids?
It is true the chances of urinary infection are less for circumcised boys, but it is a painful procedure and traumatic procedure and should be done under anasthesia.
Can children skip a few milestones as they are growing up?
It is ok. Most overweight children do not crawl at all. Perfectly normal.
I believe my son has ADHD. How can I tell for sure?
There is no test for diagnosing ADHD, it is from observation alone. Treatment is not initiated before 5 years.
My son wants to start weight training at 15 years. Is it safe?
No, at this age, bones are growing and too much of weight training can cause strain on growing bones.
How can I get my daughter to eat healthier foods?
Only serve healthy food, do not buy or serve junk food. Be a role model and encourage the whole family to eat together 3 meals and 2 snacks at a proper time with lots of water READ MORE
Only serve healthy food, do not buy or serve junk food. Be a role model and encourage the whole family to eat together 3 meals and 2 snacks at a proper time with lots of water in between.
Is Septalin safe for children?
No, I do not recommend any immunity boosting unless the child's immune system is compromised. Offer a healthy diet with natural macrobiotics, like yogurt.
Why does my child have a consistent fever?
99.9 is not a fever. It could be a normal variation in temperature. I would get worried if fever is 101 or over.
My little one is passing extremely watery stools for the last 2 days. Could it be diarrhea?
It is concerning as the baby can get dehydrated fast and dehydration is a problem and water along with electrolytes should be replaced fast.
What are the symptoms of the flu with children?
Quite possible flu-like all viral infections cause fever with congestion, nose, throat, and pain all over the body. She should be tested for flu and treated as soon as possible READ MORE
Quite possible flu-like all viral infections cause fever with congestion, nose, throat, and pain all over the body. She should be tested for flu and treated as soon as possible with Tammie if the test comes out positive.
Is it okay for small children to do yoga?
No yoga can cause strain on kids growing bones.
What are the symptoms of dengue in a child?
Dengue like all viral infections causes high fever and the fever lasts longer and there is history if exposure to mosquitoes.
My baby has been passing extremely yellow urine. Could it be jaundice?
It could be the baby is dehydrated and not taking in enough liquids.
Is it wrong for small children to do yoga?
Certain poses in yoga can harm children growing bones by putting stress on them.
When should a child be given antibiotics for cough?
Antibiotics should not be given for cough unless there is X-ray documentation of pneumonia or bacterial infection.
Why does my child wheeze every morning?
it could be cough-induced bronhospasm, nebulisation with bronchodilator like albuterol will help.
Newborn constipation, what can I do?
Continue breastfeeding, alone if possible. It is normal for baby, not to pass stools for 3 to 4 days. No intervention needed.
Motion sickness in children?
Give him lemon juice prior to travel and keep him seated in the middle and do not make him look sideways.
