Dr. Peri Suzan Gunay
Pediatrics
Costa Mesa, CA
36 years experience female
About
Bio
My goal is to work with the parents of my patients as a team to provide for the health and well being-both physically, mentally and developmentally, of their children. I do support and believe in the value of immunizations for children. I prefer to use antibiotics only when medically necessary. I am proactive in treating and controlling asthma, even intermittent viral induced asthma when necessary. I would like to help parents develop healthy eating and physical activity habits while their children are young in order to avoid overweight and poor physical fitness in their lives. I am proactive in seeking intervention with developmental delays and barriers to learning in school and at home. I love taking care of children-it is a blessing and an honor.
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
ADHD and Autism
Licenses
United States: California
Doctor Q&A
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Weight: According to my growth chart his height is 10th% for his age, so an appropriate weight would be 45-50 lbs depending on his bone and muscle structure. ... Read More
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Yes: After treatment the residual scabies are still in the skin, though dead. Gentle buffing with a loofah in the shower and application of moisturizer may... Read More
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Scabies: If the dots are very itchy then they probably are scabies. Usually the would occur on exposed areas of the body where you may have had direct contact ... Read More
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TdaP: You are okay with a "clean" (non-rusty, indoor cut) on tetanus shot for 10 years, but if you are around any babies you may want to update you tetanus ... Read More
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Anti diarrhea pill: If she only chewed on such a pill and did not injest a whole pill or more there should be no consequences. I recommend that you check for a poison con... Read More
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Sensory neuropathy: May be a "small fiber sensory neuropathy". I would try taking a b-vitamin complex as deficiency may cause neuropathy or inflammation of a nerve fiber,... Read More
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Red spot on eye: Generally red spots on the white of the eye are small hemorrhages that tend to occur during birth or with strong coughing or occasionally vomiting. Th... Read More
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Brown urine: There are a number of causes of brown urine, that can reflect kidney, liver, blood or muscle disorders that need to be evaluated by medical tests (mos... Read More
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All babies reflux : As long as she is growing well, and does not experience pain or choking then the spitting up can be ignored, and she will outgrow it. If she does have... Read More
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'Stinky feet': Usually this is caused by a form of athlete's foot, which can be treated with over the counter sprays, like 'odor eaters' sprayed on the feet, especia... Read More
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Self confidence: Finding an activity which is fun, and rewarding would help. Physical activity tends to help with stress and mood. Some ideas might be self-defense tr... Read More
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Missing laterals: Usually braces are needed to prepare teeth and a surgical implant can be placed in the bone in the area of the gap so that an artificial tooth can be ... Read More
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Ear infection: Fireworks may frighten young children but are otherwise not harmful. Close exposure to very loud noise, however, is not good for ears (hearing) with ... Read More
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Acne meds: Yes, BenzaClin and Retin-A can be mixed. However both may dry and irritate the skin so adjust the use to a level that your skin tolerates, and use a n... Read More
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L-arginine: It appears that l-arginine in low doses may be safe but has not been systematically tested in children and teens. Possible side effects include low bl... Read More
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ADHD: There are many brands and preparations of stimulant medications, as well as nonstimulants, so if there are too many side effects you should discuss al... Read More
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Tea tree oil: Hibiclens may still be available, but there are products with "tea tree oil" at health food stores. It has natural antibacterial and antifungal proper... Read More
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Adolescent Gynecomastia: If you are not on any medication that could cause it, it is normal for some young men to have gynecomastia, which can be quite significant and noticea... Read More
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Melanin: I am unaware of any association between diet and melanin production. Some vegetarians may be deficient in certain b vitamins (b12), iron, zinc, vitami... Read More
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Need to recheck: You should return for a recheck appt. Strep throat symptoms pass quickly with treatment, but sometimes can relapse. But also extreme fatigue and not f... Read More
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Healthy weight: The answer depends on several factors-there are different body types which affect normal weight ranges. Also bone density and muscle mass are importan... Read More
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Eye blood clot: Small hemorrhage sin the white part of the eye can happen due to several causes. Extreme coughing or vomiting can cause it, as can coming through the ... Read More
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Loestrin: I am a pediatrician, not a gynecologist, so this is not my area of specialty, however, your lack of periods suggests that you are not ovulating and th... Read More
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White bumps: It's hard to answer without seeing the bumps. One option is to use a soap free cleanser, like cetaphil-apply and wipe off for a moisturizing effect. A... Read More
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Multiple symptoms: Low grade fever, nasal or eye congestion, slight cough, diarrhea together suggest a virus infection which needs support with clear liquids (like "pedi... Read More
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Acne: Most likely it is an inflamed pimple. You can buy "benzoyl peroxide" acne cream (read the active ingrediants) without prescription. Apply a thick laye... Read More
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Hair rebonding: There is no way to answer this question with certainty as there are not likely to be information available. Since hair rebonding involves use of chemi... Read More
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Itchy back: If he has dry skin then he may have eczema which means you have to moisturize the skin regularly in order to control dryness and itchyness and flare u... Read More
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Newborn crying: Newborns usually cry when hungry or startled or wet, but some babies have a calm temperament and don't cry a lot. Important for the doctor to check th... Read More
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Yeast infection: If not sexually active then i would try over the counter anti-yeast vaginal cream, such as gene-lotrimin or monistat. If that doesn't help then please... Read More
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Sports for children: I would disagree that certain sports "don't match together". Tennis and swimming are both excellent for helping children develop motor skills, cardiov... Read More
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Exercise: Any regular exercise will tone muscles. The exercise builds strength in the muscles and increases the size of the muscle.
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It might: Be irritating to your throat or lings if you are sensitive, but i doubt that, and there is no concern whatsoever for your baby. The only things that c... Read More
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Cool mist: I would look up the machine's manufacturer on the internet and then contact them. Otherwise check with your local pharmacy as they frequently sell the... Read More
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Breasts: Breast tissue grows during puberty, and also with pregnancy and breastfeeding. Otherwise an increase in size of the breasts with weight gain is due to... Read More
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Incomplete puberty: Please provide more information, such as gender and symptoms that are causing your concern in order to be able to answer.
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Painful period: It may be normal but if different than your usual periods then should take a pregnancy test to make sure there is not an ectopic (tube) pregnancy. Als... Read More
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Fetal kidneys: Mild dilation of the kidneys is common in fetuses and generally is not serious. However more extreme degrees can indicate a condition that needs more ... Read More
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Migraines: Try taking riboflavin 400 mg daily, coenzyme q10 100 mg three times daily, and/or magnesium 500 mg daily as preventive measures for migraines.
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Emotional control: Emotional development occurs from birth throughout childhood, adolescence, and even adulthood. Understanding appropriate expectations and ways to prom... Read More
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Celiac disease: Celiac disease is rare in infants. Gastrointestinal symptoms more often can be caused by food allergies, ie milk, soy, egg white, wheat. If baby is un... Read More
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Lymph nodes: If swollen lymph nodes in different areas is occurring repeatedly then she needs to have some tests done-such as a CBC blood count, ldh, uric acid, es... Read More
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Hepatitis: Hepatitis a and b vaccinations are well worth having for anyone. Hep a is a food borne illness. Hep b requires more intimate contact with secretions f... Read More
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Fetus: An embryo is a cellular living structure without fully formed organs, but a fetus will have a heart and a heart beat.
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Rib cage: Many people have assymetry in their rib cage which is generally normal. However assymetry that is changing, increasing in size, or is associated with ... Read More
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Severe eczema: I recommend seeing an allergist to check for food allergies that may be aggravating your baby's eczema. Most common are egg, wheat, milk, soy, peanut,... Read More
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Allergic reaction: The itchy bumps imply an allergic reaction and should respond to some over the counter cortisone cream, but swelling of the ear canal usually means an... Read More
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Ear: Minor ear deformities are very common. During infancy when cartilage is soft they may be able to treated with an ear mold, but in an adult it would li... Read More
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Exercise: Find a form of exercise that you enjoy and do it regularly. I am enjoying "zumba" classses. You can try kickboxing, martial arts, swimming, dancing, t... Read More
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Acne: If your skin is dry or inflamed then epiduo can sting. Use a gentle cleanser, ideally soap free (cetaphil or aveeno). Also using a "non-comedogenic" (... Read More
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Dec 22, 2012
Very precise, impressive indeed!
Dr. Ali
Nov 20, 2013
Great doc. Thank you!
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Mar 30, 2015
Dr. Gunay is an amazing doctor! #nationaldoctorsday2015 #virtualflower1
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Thank you very much. She doesn't seem to be in any discomfort, and she doesn't rub it at all. she does sneeze a lot so it could be a busted vessel. Thank you for your time.
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Thanks for your quick reply! Thank you so much for your time and your answer. Very helpful. I'm a tad bit worried now. I will take her back to her doctor, thanks.
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Thank you, your answer was very helpful! TEIS >6 mo & starting speech therapy 40% delay social & communication
Education & Training
Medical/Graduate school
Warren Alpert Medical School of Brown University
Graduated 1986MD
Residency
Children's Memorial Hospital
Awards
Orange Coast Mazazine / January 2013 / Top Doctors of Orange County
Top Pediatrician, Second Place, California - Winter
2013
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Affiliations
American Academy of Pediatrics
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