Dr. Mahvash Majeed M.D.
Pediatrician
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About
Dr. Mahvash Majeed is a pediatrician practicing in the capital region of New York. Dr. Majeed is a doctor who specializes in the health care of children. As a pedicatrician, Dr. Majeed 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. Majeed can oversee and manage the physical, mental and emotional health of their patients.
Education and Training
St. George's University SOM MD 2010
Board Certification
American Board of Pediatrics
Provider Details
Dr. Mahvash Majeed M.D.'s Expert Contributions
The Pandemic's Effect on Children's Mood and Sleep
"A good night's sleep." Do you ever wonder why do we call it that? Just take a look...it's all the phrase. It's because sleep should be at night and because sleep is so good for us! Children have growth spurts at night. They also create memories at night. This is the way they develop, learn, and...
How does seeing domestic violence affect children?
Seeing domestic violence is a trauma. Witnessing trauma has lifelong effects on everyone, but especially the young developing minds of children. They can become moody, anxious, or depressed in the long run. READ MORE
What is the best home remedy for an ear infection?
There are various groups of antibiotics to treat an ear infection depending on what kind of ear infection it is. They can be drops or oral medication. An ear infection needs to be visualized and diagnosed by a trained pediatric provider so the appropriate medication can be prescribed. Too many ear infections in a short time period may warrant the need for ear tubes. So ear infections must definitely be treated by a professional. READ MORE
How do you soothe a teething baby?
Teething rings and teething toys, and a gentle gum massage with your clean finger are helpful. There are some approved teething gels but your pediatrician would have to approve of them. Their appropriate weight based dose of tylenol can be given as well. READ MORE
Should I let my baby chew on his hands?
Your baby is probably teething. Try to replace his hands with teething toys to chew on. However, he wont' hurt himself by chewing on his hands. READ MORE
How do you bring down a fever in a child?
Acetaminophen or Ibuprofen at the appropriate weight based doses. Lemon juice squirted in cold water. A lukewarm bath with a few drops of peppermint oil READ MORE
How long does bronchiolitis last in toddlers?
Symptoms like cough can last up to 4 weeks but he should feel progressively better overall during this time. READ MORE
Is 99.9 a dangerous fever for a 6 year old?
Not at all. Fevers are only dangerous once they hit 106 or 107. However a true fever of 100.4 or higher can be uncomfortable for a child, making them tired and dehydrated. Dehydration is the dangerous part and your child should be drinking a lot of fluids. READ MORE
Do all children experience bed-wetting around age 9?
Bed wetting at age 9 is less expected than the younger years. Not all children experience this. If he never had these episodes before than something may have changed. He might be a deeper sleeper now and not realize he has to to urinate. He may be drinking more water before bed now. He may have a urinary tract infection. It is best to get his provider to assess if these are the simple reasons or if something different is going on. The latter is less likely and overall this symptoms is usually nothing to worry about. READ MORE
Growth hormone?
Hello, females do continue to grow beyond the age of 18, even if just a little bit. However, seeing an Endocrinologist would be the safest way to do this. They can find out if there is a medical reason you have short stature, which may need to be addressed. If not, they can guide you as to the safety of using pills and how effective they will be. READ MORE
What should you eat when you have mono?
Your son can eat anything he is able to comfortably swallow since throat pain is the biggest concern with mono. He should focus on keeping hydrated and drinking enough fluids especially water. As with any inflammatory process in the body, avoiding too much sweets is always helpful, as sweets can inhibit faster healing. READ MORE
Child Head Injury?
The head injury is unlikely to have caused the symptoms he has now. the hearing loss seems to be the culprit, since being able to hear well is what helps with language development. Take him to an ear, nose, throat specialist to see if he needs medical management or a hearing aid. Also enroll him in speech therapy. READ MORE
Are tablets bad for children's eyes?
Yes, any type of screen including tablets, computer, and especially cell phones can cause eye strain. READ MORE
Can a viral fever last 7 days?
Yes it certainly can. If he feels worse with more fatigue or fevers getting higher, then you would consider it possibly bacterial. READ MORE
How can you tell if your child has the flu?
Flu symptoms include fevers, fatigue, cough, congestion and especially bodyaches. Getting a flu swab is the best way to know for sure READ MORE
Why husband and I have opposing views on the flu shot?
Both of you sit down with your child's doctor together to discuss your views and the pros and cons. The doctor can help you make a decision you are comfortable with. READ MORE
What can I give my 5 year old for a stomach ache?
It would be best to first figure out why your child has a stomach ache. Constipation is a common source of stomach ache, in which case miralax , lots of water, and a high fiber diet will relieve this problem and pain. If it is due to acid reflux, an antacid would help. Either way apple cider vinegar and a probiotic won't hurt. READ MORE
How long does it take for a bacterial eye infection to clear up?
It usually takes 3-7 days but prescription eye ointment or drops should be completed in their entirety even when she feels better. READ MORE
How do I know if my child has pneumonia?
There are two types of pneumonia- viral and bacterial. In viral pneumonia your child could cough, worse at night and have fevers as well as congestion and fatigue. Bacterial pneumonia would consist of a harder time breathing and higher fevers. A cough alone is very unlikely to be pneumonia and could be asthma, allergies, or even acid reflux. Each has their own treatment and a lung exam by your child's doctor would help. READ MORE
Can teething cause a sore throat?
Not usually a sore throat, but definitely sore gums. Pay attention to where the pain is, you might find that it is the gums that are bothering him and he may need teething toys, a gum massage, or acetaminophen to ease the pain. READ MORE
Professional Memberships
- American Academy of Pediatrics
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