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I have worked in almost every type of clinical environment within pediatrics-inpatient, outpatient, ER, inner city, community, suburban, academic, non-academic, general and specialty pediatrics.
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A 40-year-old male asked:
Dr. Mehul SHETHanswered
Pediatrics 20 years experience
Probably normal: Especially since you have twins and both of them are lower on the growth curve for height and weight this is likely a normal pattern of growth. You wo... Read More
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A 39-year-old member asked:
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Water and fiber: Increasing water intake and adding fiber to your diet can soften your stool.
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A 39-year-old member asked:
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Not 100%: Although there are many std's that have lesions or rashes, there are also some that do not have any visual signs. This means that even if a person doe... Read More
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A 38-year-old member asked:
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Not correlated: Stool color is independent of the frequency or consistency of your stools.
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A 32-year-old member asked:
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Absolutely!: If your partner agrees there are many clinics that can help with the testing of std's.
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History: Pink eye is a generic term for inflammation of the eye. The causes include allergy, viral or bacterial. To determine the cause of pink eye the events... Read More
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A 48-year-old member asked:
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Probably not: Although this could be ibs, the timing fits with food poisoning as well. Are other folks that ate out with you ill as well? If so, it's more likely s... Read More
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Many reasons: Noctunal enuresis in a 14 year old is a serious condition and warrants further evaluation by a pediatrican and perhaps a pediatric specialist. I would... Read More
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No: It is not recommended to get treatment/prevention for rabies after being bitten by a cat.
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Almost anything: Stool color does not correlate with any diseases.
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A 40-year-old member asked:
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Fiber: Depending on which symptoms you are trying to get rid of, fiber is a great way to decrease the diarrhea and, as a by-product, help with the cramping o... Read More
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A 32-year-old member asked:
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Probably not: If you are trying to treat flu and cough, then running will not help.
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No: The idea of a superbug is one that is resistant to many standard antibiotics. Although it sounds scary, the symptoms often are similar to those of 're... Read More
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A 42-year-old female asked:
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Further evaluation: The causes of vomiting when longer than 1-2 weeks are quite varied. The vomiting doesn't seem to be related to the ear infection, it would be good to ... Read More
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A 43-year-old member asked:
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More complicated : There are many strains of h1n1 and each season those strains change. This means that even if you get the immunization one year, you will still need on... Read More
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A 40-year-old member asked:
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Prevention: The key to treating eczema is prevention with a strong emollient like vasoliene. Short lukewarm showers are better than long hot baths.
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Dry skin: A simple definition of eczema is dry skin.
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Not test, but survey: Diagnosing adhd requires input from parents, teachers and pediatricians. Although you can find surveys online that can suggest if your child is at ri... Read More
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Unsure: Only recently have we started using acid suppression medication in infants-both h2 and ppi's. The long term effects are still unclear. There are sugge... Read More
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No: There is no strong evidence that tylenol (acetaminophen) of advil are better for the pain/fever associated with infections (remember, advil/tylenol (a... Read More
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No: No, rabies is not transmitted this way.
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Good question: I don't see a way to file a complaint with abp. However, if you really feel that your pediatrician has done something wrong, please start a conversat... Read More
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A 38-year-old member asked:
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Eating varies: If by eating you mean solids, the amount a child eats when they are first learning to eat solids can vary greatly. If she is taking milk/formula still... Read More
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Many causes: Although there are many reasons for blisters, the most likely is infection. However, you would need to talk with a doctor and provide more information... Read More
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Allergy drops: If it truly is an allergic reaction, then Patanol (olopatadine) or another anti-histamine eye drop would help.
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Probably not: The simple idea of missing school for a broken nose is not medically necessary. However, why he/she got a broken nose or how painful it is could chang... Read More
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A few things: As you know, cchs is a rare condition and is not fully understood. There are a number of diseases that are associated with and syndromic with cchs. A... Read More
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Need more info: Is there a particular issue you are worred about? Many kids without behavioral problems will do repetitive actions or follow patters. Within certain ... Read More
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A 34-year-old member asked:
Diarrhea and vomitting caught by both children and adults. what can we do and how long will it last?
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Fluids!: Sounds like gastroenteritis or the stomach flu. Most viral gastroenteritis last from 5-7 days. To stay hydrated, continue to take fluids, even small a... Read More
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Clean your surrounds: The biggest issue with lice is the ones that aren't on your body when you undergo treatment. Wash bedding and clothes in hot water. Any personal items... Read More
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Every 3 hours: Because you can give both tylenol (acetaminophen) and advil every six hours you can give one of the medication every three. If, in a hypothetical sit... Read More
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A 36-year-old member asked:
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Throat infection?: It could be a pharyngitis if the yellow color is a new finding. To confirm you would need to see a doctor and get a throat swab.
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Probably: However it would be very unusual for there to be zero weight gain. Where and how are you measuring the weight? If it is different scales that could b... Read More
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Yes: Beaxuase your epiglottis is in the back of your throat, if it is swollen it could give you the sensations you describe.
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The meal after next: Food can go bad from a number of germs, which have onset of varying times. A rule of thumb I use is the meal after next-of you ate something bad for b... Read More
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Your body's reaction: The itch from bites is not due to the bite itself, but the reaction your body has in response to the bite. When certain chemicals in your body are re... Read More
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Now: If your 7 week old has a temperature above 100.4 f for more than 5 days you need to take him to your doctors office today for a "sick visit".
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Prevention: The key to treating eczema is prevention with a strong emollient like vasoliene. Short lukewarm showers are better than long hot baths.
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RSV in May?: Although RSV season has been getting longer, i'm surprised to hear that he was infected in may. The most serious symptoms of RSV are the ones during t... Read More
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Any kind: From a medical standpoint you can get any type of frame.
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Allergy drops: If it truly is an allergic reaction, then Patanol (olopatadine) or another anti-histamine eye drop would help.
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Yes, but why rash?: Although not indicated in this age group, i and many pediatrician use Benadryl (diphenhydramine) for younger patients. However, Benadryl (diphenhydram... Read More
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Depends : Pink eye is a generic term for an inflammation of the eye, the causes which include allergy, virus and bacteria. To determine the cause and therefore ... Read More
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Weight GAIN?: Chronic diarrhea is usually associated with weight loss. If you are experiencing weight gain, then the issue could be related to your diet, especially... Read More
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Maybe pharyngitis: If the large tonsils started recently then you could have pharyngitis. To determine if you need antibiotics, you will need to go to a clinic to get a ... Read More
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Prevention: The best treaent for eczema is prevention minting skin hydration includes using a good amollient like vasoliene, taking short, lukewarm showers and dr... Read More
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Yes if...: Not cleaned every day. Truly, everything is "germy" as germs live on everything at all times. This means milliseconds after you wash your hands, ger... Read More
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Phoenix Children's : Although I do not work there I have a number of friends and colleagues at phoenix children's hospital. They do a fantastic job and are a referral site... Read More
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Better change diet: Its better to make diet changes to resolve constipation. Increasing water and adding fiber to your diet can can help soften your stool and decrease yo... Read More
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Car acdnt cause sz?: Although seizure could be a rare side effect of medications i think the more likely cause would be the car accident. I would recommend seeing a physic... Read More
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Dr. SHETH is an amazing doctor! #nationaldoctorsday2015 #virtualflower1
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Dr. SHETH is an amazing doctor! #nationaldoctorsday2015 #virtualflower1
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He is in daycare and seems to keep getting his cough symptoms every few weeks and then goes away. Just makes me wonder if its hanging around from the rsv. Thanks for your input.
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Thank you, he is a normal, healthy, happy boy but he has developed several "tics". He winks & spins constantly. He says it's like something
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That explains it!!! I was wondering why other people didn't react like I do...THANK YOU!!! :)
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