Dr. Richard Alan Gould M.D.
Pediatrician
650 Howe Avenue. Suite 100 Sacramento CA, 95825Rating
4/5
About
Dr. Richard Gould is a pediatrician practicing in Sacramento, CA. Dr. Gould is a doctor who specializes in the health care of children. As a pedicatrician, Dr. Gould 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. Gould can oversee and manage the physical, mental and emotional health of their patients.
Education and Training
Univ of Nm Sch of Med, Albuquerque Nm 1983
University of New Mexico School of Medicine 1983
Board Certification
PediatricsAmerican Board of PediatricsABP
Provider Details
Dr. Richard Alan Gould M.D.'s Expert Contributions
Can a 10 year old have Claritin?
Yes, It is fine to use Claritin, a common antihistamine, for a child that is 10 years old. The dosage is usually based on weight or age. I would be comfortable using the regularly stated adult dose for this child providing there are no other underlying health or growth issues. READ MORE
Can allergies cause excessive sneezing?
Yes, allergies can definitely induce severe repetitive sneezing. Besides using a non-sedating antihistamines, frequent use of just plain saline nose spray (available at the drug store very inexpensively) can be very helpful. Your mucous membranes get dust or allergy particles on them and then you sneeze to clear the irritants. If you use the saline, you will wash this off right away and decrease the sneezing your body is doing by removing the irritating particles. Richard Gould, MD READ MORE
What can I do to help ease my child's asthma?
Usually, there are many things that can be done for kids with asthma. If you have not seen an allergist, you might want to ask for a referral because once respiratory therapy has been optimized, other therapy may be helpful. Don’t despair, though. Some of the world's best athletes used their athletic training as part of their asthma therapy and then later went on to earn gold medals. READ MORE
Are there any home remedies to treat constipation in kids?
You bet, it depends on their age, but the best items are high in insoluble fiber. These act to provide a platform for good bacteria to grow on as well a bulk to stabilize and soften stool. You can google fiber and food and find a list of high fiber foods, and I recommend adding a tablespoon of bran fiber or wheat germ to the child's regular foods. You can use oat bran if worried about gluten sensitivity. The total grams of fiber per day recommended varies, but I shoot for 15 grams plus their age up to 20 years. READ MORE
What medicine can I give my child for headaches?
Acetaminophen and ibuprofen are 2 common over the counter medications. They say usually 6 years and older, but you can use this bottom dose in an otherwise healthy 4 year old. READ MORE
Treatments
- Acne
- Warts
- Allergies
- Ear Infection
- Swimmer's Ear
- Hay Fever (allergic Rhinitis)
- Pain
- Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (adhd)
- Outer Ear Infection
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