Dr. Mark Mcgranahan
Pediatrics
Caseyville, IL
26 years experience male
Locations
A to Z Pediatrics, LLC
Caseyville, IL
My office hours
Thursday: 9:00am - 5:00pm
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Aetna
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Blue Cross Blue Shield of Missouri
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SpecialtiesDoctors may have more than one area of specialty interest. Board certification in a specialty area means the doctor has completed formal training and has practice experience in that specialty, and has passed the certification examination from the corresponding accredited medical specialty board.
Doctors may have more than one area of specialty interest. Board certification in a specialty area means the doctor has completed formal training and has practice experience in that specialty, and has passed the certification examination from the corresponding accredited medical specialty board.
Pediatrics
Licenses
United States: Illinois, Missouri
Languages spoken
English
Doctor Q&A
81 Answers
42 Agrees
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A 30-year-old member asked:
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Pediatrics 26 years experience
Many causes!: Ear infections can be caused by viral colds or spread from infections in the eyes or sinuses. Also associated with second-hand smoke exposure. Som... Read More
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Immunize &wash hands: Rotavirus is one of the most common and potentially serious intestinal viral infections in the us. It is spread by contact, not through the air. So ... Read More
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See your doctor.: There are many possible causes for body odor in young children. Some are minor, but other causes can be potentially very serious. I recommend that y... Read More
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A 37-year-old member asked:
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Try Omega-3: There is some scientific and practical evidence that omega-3 fatty acids (found in fish oil and krill oil supplements) can help improve brain function... Read More
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Red, sandpapery….: …rash generally on the trunk and sometimes in the creases of arms or legs. It is very fine and feels rough to the touch. May be caused by a strep in... Read More
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A 34-year-old member asked:
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Nothing is 100%!: Fetal ultrasounds are generally accurate when predicting a baby's gender but there are times when it is not correct. Best to be surprised anyway!
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A 16-year-old male asked:
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Check w/Cardiology: Everyone's heart condition is unique. Only your cardiologist or your primary care doctor can tell you how much you can exercise and stress your heart... Read More
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A 20-year-old female asked:
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Likely a lymph node.: ...If it appeared suddenly and with a mild illness. Need to watch for it to resolve in the next several days. If it starts shrinking then ok to obse... Read More
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A 28-year-old female asked:
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12 months of age: Breast milk and /or formula are best until the age of 12 months, at which time it is ok to change to whole or 2% (lowfat) milk. It is ok to start bab... Read More
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A 18-year-old female asked:
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Not the best idea...: ...When nursing. Staying well hydrated and eating well are best. Here's a neat bonus to nursing: it helps you lose weight naturally. Realize that ... Read More
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A 34-year-old member asked:
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Antibiotics: Scarlet fever is a rash caused by a strep infection somewhere in the body, usually strep throat although it can be in other areas. Antibiotics such a... Read More
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A 41-year-old member asked:
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Can be many causes.: Your doctor can explore the history and details of this cough, but many things can cause it, including repeated viral colds, asthma, allergies, reflux... Read More
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See your doctor.: The soft spot (fontanelle) should close between 1 and 2 years of age. There are various medical conditions that can cause it to remain open longer. ... Read More
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A 37-year-old member asked:
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Insect bites….: …show signs of infection when they develop a round or streak-like line that is spreading outward from the original bite. May also be painful or warm t... Read More
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A 18-year-old female asked:
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Yes it is.: Although scabies is unpleasant, it fortunately is a harmless skin infestation. The tiny mites can usually be eliminated with a simple prescription whi... Read More
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A 30-year-old female asked:
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Several ideas: If the headaches have been going on for a week or two then might be caused by a viral infection or bacterial sinusitis. If they have been present for... Read More
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A 20-year-old female asked:
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You can take...: Ibuprofen for pain. I recommend that you see a doctor soon to evaluate the ear drainage and sore throat as these might be bacterial infections which... Read More
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A 16-year-old female asked:
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Ask your doctor: Always safest to ask your doctor about any medications you are taking to determine if there are any drug interactions. It is true that some medicatio... Read More
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A 22-year-old female asked:
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Similar medicines: Ritalin (methylphenidate) and Adderall are both stimulant-class medications commonly used to treat adhd. They both have similar potential side effect... Read More
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A 24-year-old female asked:
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Depends: If your baby is healthy and has passed up his birthweight then he can go longer between feedings, especially overnight. It's best to take feeding cues... Read More
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A 17-year-old female asked:
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Yes...: So it's best for you to see an ob/gyn doctor immediately for confirmation one way or the other. Remember that if there is any chance you could be pre... Read More
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A 18-year-old female asked:
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See a doctor: Since your symptoms have continued it is very important to have this evaluated. Discharge of this type is not normal and needs further attention. Se... Read More
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A 24-year-old female asked:
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Go to ER now...: ...As this could be caused by a heart problem. It may be injury-releated or have other causes but sometimes young adults do have cardiac conditions. ... Read More
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A 18-year-old female asked:
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Depends upon...: ...How long the spitting up has been going on. If it started suddenly then more likely to be a viral infection which should pass. The key is to keep... Read More
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A 41-year-old male asked:
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Several options...: For burning sensation. May be from injury, oncoming shingles flare, or early infection. Would see your doctor if this persists or worsens or of ther... Read More
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A 41-year-old male asked:
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To ER now: Go to the emergency room now. Fever of 105f or higher can be a sign of a very serious illness. Best to be seen asap. Good luck!
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A 34-year-old male asked:
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Give on schedule...: ...Since all of the research on the safety and effectiveness of the immunizations presumes they are being given as they were originally tested. Chan... Read More
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Should see a doctor: Redness, pain, or swelling the the region above and behind the ear can possibly represent an infection which can be serious if it is allowed to spread... Read More
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A 32-year-old female asked:
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Can take several day: If your symptoms are not better in 3-4 days after starting the antibiotic I would get a follow up appointment with a doctor. Generally strep does not... Read More
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A 29-year-old female asked:
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Likely safe...: ...But probably not effective. Reflux is normal in many babies. The children normally grow out of it toward the end of their first year. The best app... Read More
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A female asked:
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Call your OB doctor: Cramps can be normal but they can also be a sign of problems. If you are uncertain it is always best to contact your OB doctor asap to ensure that ev... Read More
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Several Things: Getting adequate sleep helps concentration. Some studies show that omega-3s such as fish or krill oil supplements can help. Sticking to a predictabl... Read More
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See your doctor: Infections from eating spoiled or tainted food can be potentially very serious. This is also true even if this pain was not actually linked to any fo... Read More
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Two different doctor: Pediatric oncologists are pediatricians who have specialty training in treatment of cancer. They work with surgeons who can assist them in removal of... Read More
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A 29-year-old female asked:
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Keep observing: If no fever or severe cough or breathing problems, then recommend treating the RSV as the typical cold virus it is for children this age. If kids are... Read More
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Several things: For children over one year of age honey can be used as a cough suppressant (unsafe for kids under one year old). Nasal saline relieves congestion and... Read More
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Depends: Every situation like this is unique. It depends upon the exact type and position of the cyst. Many cysts found on scans are not a cause for concern-... Read More
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Every person unique: I urge you to contact your cardiologist. They are the only doctors in a position to evaluate you child and determine how quickly the condition is chan... Read More
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No.: The american academy of pediatrics recommends limiting screen time and also closely monitoring the content of movies and tv shows that our children wa... Read More
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Feed on demand: Infants this age who are otherwise healthy do best when they are offered formula every few hours throughout the day. They will take the amount they n... Read More
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Go to ER.: Go to the er now. These symptoms may be caused by a severe infection. Good luck!
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Can be normal: Some newborns start to have less frequent stools after the first week or so. If baby is feeding well, is not jaundiced and seems content then likely ... Read More
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Many causes...: ...Are possible for these symptoms, including injury, infections, kidney stones, etc. Since the pain is progressing we recommend that you see your do... Read More
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Colic treatments...: ...Include probiotics (lactobacillus gg or lactobacillus Reuteri supplements, available at many pharmacies), warm baths to soothe baby, rides in the c... Read More
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Not likely: Not likely to cause constipation. Constipation is more likely to be caused by a decrease in hydration or a change in diet.
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Inflammation...: ...Is the cause of allergic rhinitis and many other medical problems. One of the effects of this is to cause fatigue. Rhinitis can also cause breath... Read More
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See your doctor: Recommend that you see a doctor about this one. There are many potential causes including bacterial infection, fungal rash, poison ivy, eczema, etc..... Read More
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Many possibilities..: I would have the rash looked at by a doctor. It could represent a bacterial infection, shingles, eczema, or several other different conditions with v... Read More
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Mono...: …is usually caused by the Epstein Barr virus or CMV (cytomegalovirus). The initial infection typically only lasts for 2-3 weeks but the fatigue and s... Read More
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Try Retin-A only: You might try sticking with just the rx Retin-A and apply it every other night or every night as long as you do not get excessive redness or dryness o... Read More
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Jul 2, 2013
Dr. McGranahan displays a wonderful bedside manner with his patients and their parents. He is knowledgable yet has a great personality. I am fortunate to have practiced as his partner for over 5 ye...Read More
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Mar 30, 2015
Dr. McGranahan is an amazing doctor! #nationaldoctorsday2015 #virtualflower1
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Mar 31, 2015
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Education & Training
Medical/Graduate school
Saint Louis University School of Medicine, MO
Graduated 1997MD
Residency
Madigan Army Medical Center
Completed 2000
Awards
Combat Medical Badge, US Army, 2002-04
Top Pediatrician, Third Place, Illinois - Winter
2013
Thought Leader, Third Place, St. Louis Region - Spring
2014
Affiliations
Cardinal Glennon Children's Medical Center, St. Louis, MO
St. Louis Children's Hospital, St. Louis, MO
Anderson Hospital, Maryville, IL
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