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Developmental and Behavioral Pediatrics Fellow at the Medical University of South Carolina in Charleston, South Carolina.
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A 30-year-old female asked:
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Pediatrics 13 years experience
Yes: With eating bone and then vomiting there is potential for aspiration. Watch him very closely - breathing, activity. As a parent i would feel more co... Read More
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A 43-year-old member asked:
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Surverys, interviews: Most likely the practitioner will ask you questions to learn about your behavior history starting from childhood. It may be through interview or on ... Read More
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A 40-year-old member asked:
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No: Those are two separate diagnosis. There really isn't a blend between the two, but a person can have both issues.
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A 23-year-old male asked:
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Tension headache: Most likely is a tension headache which usually occurs later on in the day. Tylenol (acetaminophen) or Motrin usually helps to relieve it. Get your v... Read More
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Professional Help: Ptsd needs one on one counselling and a medical/psychological approach to provide the child with support. This is an issue which needs to be addresse... Read More
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A 31-year-old member asked:
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Developmental Peds: A developmental and behavioral pediatrician is one type of specialist who will see and treat the symptoms of autism.
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A 35-year-old female asked:
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Yes: 10mg should cause no problems, in fact that is an appropriate dose for children greater than 6 years old, but do not exceed 10mg in a day.
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A 18-year-old female asked:
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Rest, water, time: We don't have a quick fix for the cold yet. Acetaminophen and other over the counter medications will help with the symptoms though.
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A 17-year-old male asked:
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It's great!: Between 30 to 60 minutes daily is a good goal.
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A 21-year-old female asked:
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Yes: Most likely with the exposure to strep and your sore throat, his fever, GI symptoms, you both could have strep throat and require Amoxicillin for trea... Read More
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A 22-year-old female asked:
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Nasal saline drops: 2 or 3 times per day utilize some nasal saline drops such as "little noses" and use bulb suction to remove the congestion. The children may fight you... Read More
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A 36-year-old male asked:
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Sure: If he's acting normal and not having any issues breathing then it is no problem. If you do notice him wheezing, any swelling, or are concerned he's h... Read More
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A 49-year-old member asked:
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It varies: A fasting blood glucose greater than or equal to 126 is considered a level of diabetes. Less than 45 is too low. A random glucose of greater than 20... Read More
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A 25-year-old female asked:
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Possibly: Most likely this is sinus drainage from your recent infection, but there is a possibility that this could be cerebral spinal fluid. You should go to ... Read More
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Sleep specialist: A sleep study may be required to get data on the sleep disorder and a sleep specialist referral will help with dealing with the disorder. Ask your pe... Read More
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A 34-year-old member asked:
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No answer right now: At this time we do not know what causes autism or what could decrease the prevalence of autism. We are searching for answers, but please do not think... Read More
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A 42-year-old male asked:
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Watch your urine: As long as your urine output is continuing to be normal that means you are doing an adequate job of keeping up. Though, if diarrhea is lasting longer... Read More
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A 28-year-old female asked:
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No: There isn't such thing as an allergic rhinitis attack. You will just have to suffer through the pollen like so many of us. Try Claritin (loratadine)... Read More
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A 49-year-old member asked:
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Signs below...: Common symptoms we discuss are changes in sleep, decreased interest in normal interests, feelings of guilt, decreased energy, decreased concentration,... Read More
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A 26-year-old female asked:
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Potty Training signs: That is an early sign of being closer to ready for potty training. While still a little too early to start trying potty training you can begin gettin... Read More
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A 23-year-old male asked:
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Color doesn't matter: Color is not important in stool. It can vary depending on what you eat. If you are concerned that there may be blood in the stool then go to your do... Read More
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A 22-year-old male asked:
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Birth trauma: Bones can fracture during vaginal deliveries due to brith trauma. These fractures are much more rare during c-sections but can happen.
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A 19-year-old female asked:
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Same infection: If your symptoms did not resolve then possibly your ear infection wasn't completely treated and may need a different antibiotic. Get your doctor to c... Read More
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A 20-year-old female asked:
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Now: As a pediatrician, we recommend establishing a dental home at age 1.
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A 42-year-old male asked:
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Possibly the flu: Almost all of those are flu-like symptoms. If it continues i would check in with her doctor.
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A 34-year-old male asked:
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Moisturize, benadryl (diphenhydramine): It is difficult to diagnose a rash without seeing it, but if it itches and is small try some moisturizing cream such as aquaphor or vaseline to keep i... Read More
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A 41-year-old member asked:
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Depends: If there is no pain then you can wait it out for 2 or 3 days. If there is pus behind the ear drum or pain then an antibiotic will be needed to attack... Read More
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A 46-year-old member asked:
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No known cause: There is currently no known cause. A diagnosis is usually made after a psychiatrist or physician obtains a complete history and physical and bases th... Read More
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Get Services!: Receiving a diagnosis is very difficulty, but know that there are extensive resource networks to help your child and your family. Depending on your l... Read More
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A 36-year-old female asked:
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I want to know too!: We all want to find out. There are many theories and researchers are looking to separate truth from fiction. Autism is a very complicated diagnosis,... Read More
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A 33-year-old female asked:
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In children, yes: In children we do see asds get smaller with age. If this question is in regards to the adult heart, you would need to contact your cardiologist.
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A female asked:
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Tough to say: He may have a corneal abrasion which is changing how lights at night are being refracted. Definitely go see your pediatrician or an eye doctor as soo... Read More
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A 39-year-old member asked:
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Yes: If you are experiencing any changes in touch sensation, decrease range of motion, swelling, numbness, change in color, or any changes from normal yo... Read More
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A 28-year-old female asked:
I have bumps on my stomach and on my side that are my skin color but they itch! what could this be?!
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Folliculitis, eczema: It is tough to diagnose a rash without seeing it, but small bumps on the stomach could be a folliculitis, contact irritation, eczema, or a number of o... Read More
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A 16-year-old male asked:
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Yes: Water will help with hydration which is important when someone has very. Very often a fever can be caused by a virus. When febrile a pain reducer su... Read More
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A 41-year-old female asked:
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Hip Development: The big issue with breech babies is they can at higher risk for developmental dysplasia of the hip. (ddh) your pediatrician will just need to do a hip... Read More
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A 47-year-old member asked:
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Yes!: It does make a huge difference in many people's lives. Many people feel more confidence and validation when they learn there is a reason they have is... Read More
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A 35-year-old member asked:
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A good balance: Fruits, vegetables, meats. It's easier to say what to avoid - sodas, sweet tea, sugary drinks, sugary foods. All of these are just empty calories.
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Depressed?: Are you feeling your are depressed at all? Is menopause approaching? These are just some of the many things that could be causing you to be more emoti... Read More
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A 26-year-old female asked:
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If you take steroids: If you are taking steroids for a prolonged period that can set you up for thrush.
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A 17-year-old female asked:
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Reflux: Reflux is a common occurrence in children. We call the baby who spits up and is growing well and happy to be the "happy spitter". 40% of infants wil... Read More
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A 45-year-old member asked:
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1 change at a time: Big time lifestyle changes are difficult to maintain. Attempt to make 1 big change at a time. Usually in our clinic we try to cut out sodas and suga... Read More
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Your doctor!: Your doctor can diagnose you as adhd is a clinical diagnosis. This means that by hearing your story and ruling out other issues, he or she can make t... Read More
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A 31-year-old female asked:
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6 months: 6 months is a good time to start trying to wean from the bottle to a sippy cup. Here's a link that talks about a good way to do it. http://www.parent... Read More
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Moisturize!: The most important aspect of managing eczema is trapping in moisture to the skin. Immediately after bathing or showering place a moisturizer such as ... Read More
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A 23-year-old female asked:
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No orgasm needed: You do not have to have an orgasm to get pregnant.
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A 29-year-old female asked:
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Probably not: There are many home remedies that are often suggested, but most of them to not have evidence to support them. It depends on the cause of the infectio... Read More
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No: Pediatricians consider greater than or equal to 100.4 to be fever in a child less than one year of age. It is important to take the temperature recat... Read More
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Yes: As your child grows it will appear smaller. I can still feel my bump, but it has stayed the same size and my other bones have grown.
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Continue the convo: Keep talking to them about it. Talk about why would like them to see a doctor, but don't seem like you are forcing them. Talk about the benefits. U... Read More
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Thank you, your answer or tip was very helpful! Thank u so much:)) but how can i help him get from a laying postion to sitting postion while he doesnt like yo rollover or stay on his tummy
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