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Pediatrics
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Dr. Yusr Aboushaaranswered
Pediatrics 34 years experience
Yes: They say that kidney stone pain is equivalent to labor pain
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Stomach Flu: Gastroenteritis is the medical term for "stomach flu " , vomiting and /or diarrhea
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A 48-year-old male asked:

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Combo Vaccines : There is a combination vaccines available if the number of shots is concerning .
Kinrix ( contains : dtap+ipv)
mmrv(contains : mmr+varivax)
so the... Read More
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A 33-year-old female asked:

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Ear Infection : The combination of pink eye and ear infection usually is treated by oral antibiotics , in fact eye drops may not be necessary .
The association with... Read More
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A 45-year-old member asked:

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HPV: Hpv vaccine may be available for free at local health department.
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Constipation: As a temporary, relief glycerin suppository otc could be used, if the problem persisted he need to be evaluated for milk change or other etiologies
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It Varies: About 4-5 oz every 4 hours.
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Teething: This could be a sign of teething.
Softer food or just fluids may be needed temporarily. Also, you may give Acetaminophen for fussiness, trouble slee... Read More
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A 46-year-old member asked:

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Calamine: Try calamine lotion, aveeno bath, or take oral benadryl (diphenhydramine).
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Vaccine Side Effects: This is just a benign side effects of most vaccines , it resolves within few days
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Thanks for asking!: Poor muscle tone, lack of eye coordination, poor sucking, weak cry during infancy. Behavioral problems, developmental delay, obesity in childhood.
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Thanks for asking!: The dose is weight dependent .
Average 2 months old is about 11-12 pound , the dose for that weight is 75 mg
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Stool Culture: You may need a stool culture looking for bacteria . If positive you will need to take antibiotics
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Yes: He can travel as far as travel is concern . He may need to be treated with fever reducers, cough medicine, and may need antibiotics
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OM : Symptoms of ear infection should resolve in 2 -3 days . Complete resolution of ear fluids may take up to 3 weeks.
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Yes: It is usually covered by insurance if there is a medical condition like mental retardation, cerebral palsy etc..
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No: Candida affect mainly the skin or oral mucosa in healthy individuals .
In case of immune deficiency then invasive candida diseases could happen
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Mosquito Bites : Try antihistamine cream like Benadryl (diphenhydramine)
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Mosquito Bites : Try Hydrocortisone cream 2.5% twice a day .
Thank you.
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No Problem: Teeth eruption varies considerably among children . No unusual to see 4 teeth in a 4 month old baby .
No special precautions is needed .
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No harm : If the child is healthy , it is probably not harmful although not needed
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Possibly: The described symptoms suggestive of sinusitis . Need to see your doctor to confirm and treat . Thank you
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No: If your child is not vomiting, given milk has no harm on ear infection or Amoxil (amoxicillin) treatment
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That's ok: If you feel better, no fever, no sore throat , then don't worry about it
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Yes : Over the counter melatonin is safe to use in children
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Not recommended : Fenugreek might be unsafe for children or teenagers . Some reports have linked fenugreek tea to loss of consciousness in children. An unusual body odo... Read More
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Yes: If the herpes lesions are active, and there is a break in the skin of the hand , the answer is yes
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Croup: You may be describing a barking cough, a symptom of the croup, a condition that requires humidity and sometimes steroids to treat . Please see her doc... Read More
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HPV: Gardasil will not protect against hpv types that you already have.
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A 25-year-old female asked:

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Bisolvon: Bromhexine hcl
secretolytic therapy in acute & chronic bronchopulmonary disease associated w/ abnormal mucus secretion & impaired mucus transport.
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Prolotherapy: Prolotherapy is also known as "proliferation therapy, " "regenerative injection therapy, "or "proliferative injection therapy". It involves injecting ... Read More
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Lymph Nodes: Regional lymph nodes may react to nearby insect bites
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Flea Bites : If the flea bite not infected, topical steroid will flea enhance healing and decrease itching .
Thank you.
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A 22-year-old female asked:

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Fetus sleep too : It is common for the fetal heart rate to decrease 10-20% while asleep .
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GER?: You need to be evaluated for ger, gastro-esophageal reflux, which could cause morning sore throat that resolves later in the day. Allergies is another... Read More
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Very Likely: It all depends on the menstrual cycle, ovulation may take place 1 or 2 day after menstruation end, make the woman vulnerable to pregnancy .
Thank yo... Read More
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Yes: Advil (ibuprofen )or Acetaminophen both safe
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A 36-year-old member asked:

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Mosquito Bites : Hydrocortisone 2.5 % cream is otc, work well on mosquito bites.
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Mar 31, 2015
Dr. Aboushaar is an amazing doctor! #nationaldoctorsday2015 #virtualflower1
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Dr. Aboushaar is an amazing doctor! #nationaldoctorsday2015 #virtualflower1
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Thank you, your answer was very helpful! Thank you I will get it checked out
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Thanks for your quick reply! Thanks I think it is allergies.
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Thanks for your quick reply! Awesome, thanks!
Education & Training
Medical/Graduate school
University of Damascus Faculty of Medicine, Syria
Graduated 1989MD
Residency
HENRY FORD HOSPITAL
Completed 1994
Awards
Top Doctor, First Place, Charleston Region, WV - Summer
2013
Top Pediatrician, First Place, West Virginia - Summer
2013
HealthTap Founding Doctor
Affiliations
Camc women and childrens hospital
Thomas memorial hospital
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