Dr. Mark Mcgranahan

Pediatrics 25 years experience

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 member asked:

Why would a 5 year old still have a soft spot on his head my sons 5 years old and he still has his sof spot on top of his head like a baby dose

Pediatrics 25 years experience

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 18-year-old female asked:

Is it safe to breastfeed with scabies?

Pediatrics 25 years experience

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 member asked:

Why would a 2 year old have body odor and what can you do for it? smells like onions

Pediatrics 25 years experience

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 20-year-old female asked:

What medication can i take for ear drainage and a sore, swollen throat while breast feeding?

Pediatrics 25 years experience

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 18-year-old female asked:

I've had dark brown, chunky discharge from my vagina for 3 months, before and after switching birth controls and a vaginal ultrasound. help!

Pediatrics 25 years experience

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:

Having 25 days old baby.he wakes every 2 to 3 hrs for feed.sometimes he sleeps more than that.should i wake him for feeding or leave till he wakes ?

Pediatrics 25 years experience

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 20-year-old female asked:

I have a pea sized lump under my chin. half an inch away from my chin. at the soft part. the lump feels smooth. i have a not really severe sore throat?

Pediatrics 25 years experience

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 17-year-old female asked:

Can you get a positive pregnancy test and then get a negative but still be pregnant?

Pediatrics 25 years experience

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 16-year-old female asked:

Some say antibiotics affect birth control, some say they don't have any affect at all. what should i believe?

Pediatrics 25 years experience

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 18-year-old female asked:

My son is 4 months he won't keep his milk down what should i do? he's been doing fine on this milk before until now

Pediatrics 25 years experience

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 34-year-old male asked:

Can we stagger the vaccination schedule for our newborn? is it necessary to give all the shots according to schedule? what're the risks in staggering?

Pediatrics 25 years experience

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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A 18-year-old female asked:

I breast feed but i want to loose weight quick is it bad if i just drink boost my stepdad did that and lost a lot of weight so i want to try?

Pediatrics 25 years experience

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 41-year-old male asked:

My son has a burning sensation on his skin under his arm but no rash. very painfultothe touch?

Pediatrics 25 years experience

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 32-year-old female asked:

I was diagnosed with strep throat, sinusitis and resp infection. strep is now gone, but now bronchitis. on meds now, wandering how long to pass?

Pediatrics 25 years experience

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 24-year-old female asked:

Dull tight pain in chest& left upperarm& armpit &lower part of neck. hurts to use arm. has going on for a few days each day gets worse. is it my heart?

Pediatrics 25 years experience

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 34-year-old member asked:

Are baby gender ultrasounds accurate? is there any chance that an ultrasound showing my baby's gender is wrong? i'd hate to completely prepare for a b?

Pediatrics 25 years experience

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 37-year-old member asked:

Could you tell me a natural medication over prescription meds for adhd?

Pediatrics 25 years experience

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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A 16-year-old male asked:

I had a fontan operation 7 years ago and i'm wondering whether it will be safe for me to take tai kwon do classes? what would the harm be?

Pediatrics 25 years experience

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 37-year-old member asked:

When to see doctor for red line on bug bite?

Pediatrics 25 years experience

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 40-year-old member asked:

What does a scarlet fever rash typically look like?

Pediatrics 25 years experience

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 41-year-old member asked:

My 7 yr old son has a persistent cough?

Pediatrics 25 years experience

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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A 38-year-old member asked:

What can i do to protect my kids from my rotavirus infection?

Pediatrics 25 years experience

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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A 30-year-old member asked:

What could cause frequent ear infections?

Pediatrics 25 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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A 28-year-old female asked:

When can you start giving cows milk to an infant?

Pediatrics 25 years experience

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 22-year-old female asked:

What's the difference between ritalin (methylphenidate) and adderal?

Pediatrics 25 years experience

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 female asked:

Why does behind the top/middle of my right ear hurt when it is touched?

Pediatrics 25 years experience

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 30-year-old female asked:

I've been having these headaches where the pain is behind my right eye and it feels like my eyeballs going to pop out of the socket what is goin on?

Pediatrics 25 years experience

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 41-year-old male asked:

What to do when a 3 year old child has a fever of a 106?

Pediatrics 25 years experience

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 17-year-old female asked:

What negative effects does weed have on your health?

Pediatrics 25 years experience

Dangerous stuff...: ...Which can cause lung cancer, poor mental functioning, decreased motivation, depression, employment problems, and can impair neurological developmen... Read More

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A 21-year-old male asked:

I have some small zits without white head around anus , sometimes it itch i think it is cause the zits, is that normal?

Pediatrics 25 years experience

See your doctor ASAP: There are several conditions that can present this way. Some are caused by infections, some of which might be potentially serious. You should be see... Read More

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A 24-year-old female asked:

Bumps with puss not scabies told it's exscama but i don't think it is it hurts and itches n it's sometimes yellow puss and white ?

Pediatrics 25 years experience

Some possibilities: Small pustules like you are describing might represent an infection of the hair follicles in the involved areas. If they are small in size and superf... Read More

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A 28-year-old female asked:

Baby 3 months old. why has my bottle-fed baby started to refuse the bottle? started since 2month old

Pediatrics 25 years experience

See your doctor: There can be many reasons why young infants develop feeding problems, varying from the mild to the very serious. Please see your baby's doctor as soo... Read More

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A 18-year-old female asked:

I took a pregnancy test and it came back negative but i get sick from eating then get massive headaches my boobs have been sore?

Pediatrics 25 years experience

See your doctor ASAP: So it's best for you to see your primary doctor or an ob/gyn doctor immediately for confirmation one way or the other. Go to the er if your symptoms ... Read More

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A 25-year-old female asked:

How common is it for a baby to show no signs of hsv 2 if born with it?

Pediatrics 25 years experience

Possible...: Newborn babies can be exposed to the herpes virus as they pass through the birth canal. This can happen even if moms do not have active lesions at de... Read More

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A 24-year-old male asked:

I quit smoking marijuana ive been a heavy user but now i stopped cold turkey and i cough out phlegm with brown specks and left lung hurts sometimes?

Pediatrics 25 years experience

See a doctor: The symptoms might be caused by irritation of your airways or lung tissue, but might also represent an infection of the airways (bronchitis) or lungs ... Read More

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A 48-year-old member asked:

Does taking powdered creatine affect young teen health?

Pediatrics 25 years experience

Do not take creatine: Creatine as a supplement has been purported to increase speed and strength in the young athlete. It has been shown to have only a very modest benefit... Read More

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A 46-year-old member asked:

Whats paroxysmal cough?

Pediatrics 25 years experience

Coughing spells: Can be caused by a variety of conditions, including colds, whooping cough, asthma, pneumonia. Allergy. Recommend consulting your doctor to pursue a d... Read More

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A 23-year-old female asked:

I got my first gardasil shot 2 weeks ago. i still have a very hard lump at the injection site, and hurts to touch. is this normal?

Pediatrics 25 years experience

See your doctor: It is normal to feel a hardening of the skin (lump) for up to several weeks after an injection; however, any tenderness associated with the shot shoul... Read More

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A 28-year-old female asked:

When can you give an infant cows milk?

Pediatrics 25 years experience

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 36-year-old member asked:

If i have well water for the house, should i use diluted water for my baby's bottle?

Pediatrics 25 years experience

Use Nursery water: Nursery water is distilled water that is also fortified with a small amount of Fluoride (you can also get Fluoride free variety). This water is purif... Read More

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A 33-year-old member asked:

Hi i got a shot 3 weeks ago on my buttock. it still hurts. any one know why?

Pediatrics 25 years experience

See your doctor: It is normal to feel a hardening of the skin (lump) for up to several weeks after an injection; however, any tenderness associated with the shot shoul... Read More

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A 27-year-old female asked:

My 3 1/2 month old daughter has a lot of gas and it really stinks when she farts. she is being breasted. why is this?

Pediatrics 25 years experience

Many causes: Babies can get gassy from swallowing air during feedings, from some dietary components in the breast milk, intolerance of baby formula, or a not-so-op... Read More

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A 24-year-old male asked:

My fiance had strep throat how contagious is it?

Pediatrics 25 years experience

Spread by contact: Strep throat spreads by contact with saliva from the infected person. Avoiding sharing of food or beverages and other close contact until the infecte... Read More

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A 48-year-old member asked:

4 month old green poop with black specks. what does this mean?

Pediatrics 25 years experience

Depends: This stool could be normal, but the black specks could also represent blood from an illness or allergy. If your child looks well then i would make a ... Read More

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A 56-year-old female asked:

What can stop restless leg syndrome?

Pediatrics 25 years experience

Good iron level: The chemical Dopamine is a neuro-transmitter in our brain. If we do not have enough of this chemical one of the conditions that can develop id restl... Read More

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A 17-year-old female asked:

Why energetic drinks are so bad? i was having 1 or 2 a day for two weeks to stay awake to study because i haven't coffe and someone told me that.

Pediatrics 25 years experience

Not Healthy...: ...To drink so-called "energy drinks." these typically have high levels of caffeine and perhaps other unsafe herbal ingredients as well. They can ca... Read More

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A 17-year-old male asked:

I have adhd and when i take adderal it helps my adhd a lot could i take 1 pill in the am and 1 in the pm cause i wanna be normal not just for 8 hours?

Pediatrics 25 years experience

Ask your doctor 1st: There are a wide variety of pill strengths and it also depends on how you are tolerating the dose you are on currently (weight, blood pressure, etc.)... Read More

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A 32-year-old member asked:

How do i tell my daughter that sexual touching is wrong? my 4 year old girl recently had been made to do a few sexual things by her 6-year-old cousin.

Pediatrics 25 years experience

Needs to be seen.: I recommend that you seek professional help from your child's doctor immediately. He or she will arrange an evaluation and counseling for you and you... Read More

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A 17-year-old male asked:

Is it ok to rub hand sanitizer all over my face due to shaving cuts?

Pediatrics 25 years experience

No.: Would not recommend using hand sanitizer on your face or anywhere you have open cuts or sores. Hand sanitizer contains a high percentage of alcohol w... Read More

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