Monica Patel
Pediatrician
145 Pebble Creek Drive Franklinton NC, 27525About
Dr. Monica Patel is a pediatrician practicing in Franklinton, NC. Dr. Patel is a doctor who specializes in the health care of children. As a pedicatrician, Dr. Patel 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. Patel can oversee and manage the physical, mental and emotional health of their patients.
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Are cough medications safe?
How old? If older than 2, yes READ MORE
What antibiotics are effective for a child's pneumonia?
First treatment choice is amoxicillin if it is small pneumonia. Most pneumonias are viral therefore an antibiotic would work. READ MORE
How many days is the treatment for allergy cough?
I would treat for at least 2 weeks to one month. If it due to seasonal, give medicine through the spring. READ MORE
How can autism be treated?
The patient would need therapy for areas that are weak. Such as speech therapy or occupational therapy. READ MORE
What do I do if my child is allergic to peanuts?
It depends on the symptoms. Avoid peanuts and peanut derived products. Also get her seen by a doctor so she can possibly get medicine for backup if she has a severe allergy. READ MORE
Is it normal for ears to hurt after flying?
Yes due to the elevation changes it can can eat pressure changes READ MORE
How many drops of saline does a baby need?
1-2 drops per nostril READ MORE
About my baby
As long as patient is okay, it should be alright. READ MORE
Tylenol
Yes you can. They have childrens Tylenol 2-11 years old too. READ MORE
Puberty
I would recommend going to see a physician. Puberty can start around this age. Body habitus can change and also voice changes. READ MORE
Holle Bio PRE formula amount for NewBorn 10 days old
Newborn weight loss is normal in the first 10 days of life. By two weeks of age, most babies are back to their birth weight. I would give the baby about 30 ml(1 oz) to 45 ml every 2 to 3 hours. If baby is still not eating properly, please check with babys pediatrician. READ MORE
Can bronchitis turn into pneumonia?
If it is treated, less chances. But any respiratory illness can lead up to a pneumonia if not treated. READ MORE
When can babies drink water?
Water is normally advised after about 6 months of age. Water has 0 calories and we don't want the infant to get full off of water because foods and drinks with calories are encouraged for growth. READ MORE
Can I give my 6 month old cough syrup?
It is usually not recommended for that age. READ MORE
When can babies start using teething toys?
Many babies start using teething toys around 4-5 months of age. READ MORE
How much breastmilk should a 3 month old be getting?
Baby should be eating about 15-30 mins. If you are expressing the breast milk and giving via bottle, then probably around 4-5 oz every 3 hours if the infant is healthy. READ MORE
Why do babies wake up screaming at night?
There can be many different reasons depending on the age of the baby. READ MORE
What is the best medicine for nose allergy?
You can do OTC Allegra or you can do Flonase as well depending on his age READ MORE
Can I give my baby calpol everyday for teething?
You can but if its not helping, you want to make sure baby is seen to make sure its not something else. READ MORE
Can a child take allergy medications?
Yes depending on the age- mostly after 2 years old. She can take Zyrtec or Claritin. READ MORE
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