Dr. Kimberly Ramsdell

Pediatrics 27 years experience

Variety: Variety is key! Proteins 2-3 times daily (nuts, legumes, lentils, edamame, tofu, seeds).

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A 18-year-old female asked:

I have just been diagnosed with a milk allergy. what problems could this cause if i continue to consume milk?

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Milk: "Allergy" can mean different things. Do you have a serious allergic reaction when consuming? Hives, bloating, nausea, abdominal pain? Some peopl... Read More

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A 20-year-old male asked:

Every time i swallow, even saliva, the back of my mouth hurts. (it feels like the back of my tongue) what will help?

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Swallow: If you can gargle with 1/2 water and 1/2 peroxide, that could provide some relief (even better with cold water). Mixture of maalox and benadryl (dip... Read More

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A 18-year-old female asked:

I'm 19yrs old unmarried,i'm facing hair loss problem from the past few months,i have 2 lumps in my right breast,is there any connection b/w em,help!

Pediatrics 27 years experience

Hair loss: I would suggest having your thyroid checked. The lumps should be checked ASAP no matter if related to the hair loss!

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A 36-year-old member asked:

What kind of problems can a 7 month premature baby have whose mother is a teenager?

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Teenager: There aren't specific problems for babies of teen mothers except possibly a difference in social support systems. Any mother of a 7 month former pre... Read More

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A 37-year-old female asked:

My baby has had a cold for around a week, nose runs, but now has fever of 102, is teething. worry? or just motrin?

Pediatrics 27 years experience

Fever: Get to your doctor ASAP! Could be a secondary bacterial infection. Nothing to mess with. I'm a pediatrician and I know this!

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A 21-year-old male asked:

Feeling frequent deja vu. i've had maybe 3 panic attack with in the past couple months that has left me a bit anxious and was wondering if it's that?

Pediatrics 27 years experience

Dejan vue: Deja Vuelta can be a confusing and sometimes frightening experience. We're still having trouble explaining and categorizing it with a particular set... Read More

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A 24-year-old female asked:

Mucus in morning and non productive coughing throughout day. is green mucus sign of getting better?

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Mucus: Mucus can be thicker and more colorful as it sits overnight in our airways. It should usually thin and become more clear as the day progresses. If i... Read More

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A 22-year-old male asked:

My resting heart rate is 113 and standing 133 with a peak of 142. is this healthy? i am taking vyvanse (lisdexamfetamine) for my adhd. should i stop taking this?

Pediatrics 27 years experience

Heart rate: That's a pretty elevated resting heart rate. Are you taking other medications or drinking caffeinated drinks? I don't recommend discontinuing a medi... Read More

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A 26-year-old female asked:

If i've been drinking alcohol tonight and had my last drink 2hours ago can i take ibuprofen?

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Ibuprofen: I'm guessing you are worried about how the liver is affected by alcohol and whether the ibuprofen causes more problems. Ibuprofen is "filtered" more... Read More

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A 19-year-old female asked:

I waxed my upper lip 2 days ago but i have some redness still there how can i get rid of it without scarring ? :(

Pediatrics 27 years experience

Lip: Apply a cool compress (I like wet and frozen white tea bags because they also help with inflammation). A dab of hydrocortisone will help with the red... Read More

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A 21-year-old female asked:

What causes recurrent vaginal yeast infections evn after taking intraconazole? not sexually active. urine test showed glucose-absent. age 21

Pediatrics 27 years experience

Yeast: Have you formally been diagnosed with the infection each time? Sometimes itraconazole might not be helpful if used repeatedly. Make sure you are g... Read More

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A male asked:

Both my son's nails r cracking at the from the middle until it reaches the top for it to be clipped off but it's like it's another new nail underneath?

Pediatrics 27 years experience

Nails: This could simply be a normal growth process, but also may be a fungal nail infection.

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A 30-year-old female asked:

I exclusively breastfeed my 4month old. i returned to work about a month ago and have noticed my supply dropping. i pump often, what else can i do?

Pediatrics 27 years experience

Breastfeeding: There is a natural supplement called Mother's Milk that may be effective. Don't forget to drink extra water.

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A 23-year-old male asked:

Hi, i have got an oily skin and i can't get off the black heads from my nose. is there anyway i can reduce the oilyness and the blackheads? thanks

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Blackheads: Don't scrub! It just injures the skin and increases the risk of infection. Your hormones are to blame for the only skin and I don't think you want t... Read More

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A 16-year-old female asked:

Is birth control effective after the 6th pill has been taken?

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Birth control: If you are referring to oral contraception or other forms (depo-provera, vaginal rings), then these forms are not likely preventative in such a short ... Read More

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A member asked:

I had a red bump on my bum cheek (close to inner thigh crease) it looked and felt like a painful pimple, now it looks popped and looks like a sore.

Pediatrics 27 years experience

Pimple: This sounds like a small abscess caused by an infected hair follicle. It can be really warm and painful. Usually when it drains, will feel better b... Read More

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A 30-year-old female asked:

Do i need to wake 4 mo baby to admin meds?hypersal neb every 12 hours and trispec every 6 hours. hypersal is due now but baby is sound asleep.

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Hypersal: Hypersal can be given when your baby is asleep if they're more in an upright position. Most babies won't really awake.

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A 45-year-old male asked:

What kind of foods are best for children with constipation problems. yogurt vs greek yogurt, supplements or other? what foods are to be avoided?

Pediatrics 27 years experience

Constipation: Probiotics are helpful, but I prefer a diet high in fiber. Think figs, prunes, sweet potatoes, whole grains (Multigrain Cheerios, breads), and just... Read More

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A 23-year-old female asked:

27 years old boy is losing weight what is wrong?

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Weight: First, is he trying to lose weight? If not, many things could cause weight loss. Hyperthyroidism, inflammatory bowel disease like Crohn's Disease ... Read More

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A female asked:

I have a large acne scab on my face it is swollen and red, and nothing is helping heal. i need the fastest treatment to reduce the scab and swelling. ?

Pediatrics 27 years experience

Acne: This may be an infection, but to get you through the night, try a frozen, wet green tea bag or maybe a little witch hazel and apply as a cold compre... Read More

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A 30-year-old female asked:

Anytime my son under 1y doesn't obey my husband beats him on legs, bottom.he said baby doesn't feel paint.he said there is no way to discipline.

Pediatrics 27 years experience

Discipline: Children this age do not have the developmental ability to obey. They might temporarily understand "no" and follow instructions such as "give me", b... Read More

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A 25-year-old female asked:

How can a child get checked for pica? she's two and eats everything but food! what else are signs and how do they properly diagnose

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PICA: PICA could be a symptom of iron deficiency anemia and possibly elevated lead levels. Some children might be emotionally distressed but typically in o... Read More

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A 29-year-old female asked:

Baby 11 wks old. not feeding properly 50ml every 3 hrs instead of 130ml earlier. not sick and cranky at all. less quantity but regular pee poo diapers?

Pediatrics 27 years experience

Feeding : If this is for just a day, may be okay but it is a signicant decrease in calories and shouldn't be ignored.

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A 25-year-old female asked:

My son has been throwing up and has diarrhea for almost a whole week, what do i do? any advice?

Pediatrics 27 years experience

Vomiting: It's time to see the doctor. Dehydration can occur quickly in little ones and it's not normal to last this long. I could go on with various differ... Read More

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A 27-year-old female asked:

3 weeks ago i began noticing a lot of mucus in my stool. 2 weeks in i have bright red blood as well, 3 weeks i now have a sore front of my neck?

Pediatrics 27 years experience

Blood: Get to see your doctor right away. You could have inflammatory bowel disease or infection.

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A 28-year-old female asked:

My 4yo son is peeing every 15 min (but only a tiny amt). he's not thirstier than usual, though he has been hungrier lately. should i worry?

Pediatrics 27 years experience

Frequency : Diabetes, urinary tract infections, irritation of the urethra, or even chronic constipation can cause urinary frequency. A check with your pediatri... Read More

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A 29-year-old female asked:

Is it normal to feel feverish when you start to breastfeed your baby?

Pediatrics 27 years experience

Feverish : Hormonal changes may lead to flushing, but mastitis comes to mind. If you have other symptoms such as headache, fatigue, sore muscles or breasts, o... Read More

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A 26-year-old male asked:

Placing cell phone or smartphone on the front pocket - is it most likely that how i reproduce will be affected by its radiation?

Pediatrics 27 years experience

Cell phone : The chances are low but radiation is emitted (many have not read the insert that comes with the phone ). It's best to keep the phone away from your b... Read More

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A 32-year-old male asked:

20 monthold baby boy does not differentiate colours even if we teach.what age is max we can wait.he can make out milk and water by looking into though

Pediatrics 27 years experience

Colors : Most toddlers can differentiate basic colors by age 3.

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A member asked:

Hi my daughter is 3 months old and weights about 13 pounds. she's keeps getting constipated and the doctor suggested miralax (polyethylene glycol). what dosage do i give?

Pediatrics 27 years experience

Constipation : Is your little one drinking formula or breast milk? Infants fed breast milk sometimes go many days without a bowel movement. If stools are not firm... Read More

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A 27-year-old male asked:

This is for a psychiatrist,what is the chances nortriptyline will kill sex drive? please explain, thanks so much

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Nortriptyline: There is certainly evidence to suggest that this medication will decrease sex drive (actually quite common). Having said that, if you are being treat... Read More

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A female asked:

I tested negative for all types of hpv, it means im clean or just my cervix!! cuz i have a bumb near opening of my vagina! im concern!!!

Pediatrics 27 years experience

Bump: Other infections can cause "bumps" near the vaginal opening. However, cysts and obstructed hair follicles may cause them. I recommend having it ev... Read More

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A female asked:

I found a soft movable lump above my collarbone. it's painless. should i be worried about hodgkin's if my mother had it?. also, i'm 14 wks pregnant.

Pediatrics 27 years experience

Lump: I can understand your worries knowing about your mother's history. In my experience, ; such soft, movable bumps are either benign hypertrophy (enlar... Read More

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A 23-year-old female asked:

2 months old has sour smell at the back of his ears and it wet then dry like a crumb then wet. what should i do to keep it dry? will it go away?

Pediatrics 27 years experience

Smell: Make sure no milk is trickling down behind ear. Gently clean with a hypoallergenic and scent - free baby wash and pat dry (don't rub). Seborrheic d... Read More

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A 17-year-old female asked:

I've had my period twice each month for the last 2 month's, but why? .i've been off my first depo-provera shot for about three months. is pregnancy possible?

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Pregnancy: is certainly possible, but more likely it is the hormonal fluctuation that s occurring since being off the depo-provera. Just as it takes time to regu... Read More

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A 17-year-old male asked:

I am 17 years old do i have chances to grow taller with good nutrtion and stretching excercises ,?! i am on the same heigt of my dad's we are 169 cm

Pediatrics 27 years experience

Growth: In my experience, I don't believe you are finished but a growth curve for the last 9 years would be helpful.

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A 27-year-old female asked:

My son has a cold, we went to the doctor and they said it is viral so we should treat the symptoms. what are some remedies for cough and congestion?

Pediatrics 27 years experience

Cold: I don't recommend over-the-counter cough and cold remedies for this age group. Humidifiers, extra long bath-time, saline nose drops and nasal suctio... Read More

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A male asked:

My oldest son also nail is doing the same thing where it cracks at the top then once it gets so far i clip it but it's like a new nail is underneath ?

Pediatrics 27 years experience

Nail: This may be just a normal process of the nail, perhaps a , but may be a fungal infection.

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A 25-year-old female asked:

Left eye pain that comes and goes been happening last couple of days occasional blurred vision in both eyes but not often don't wear glasses or contac?

Pediatrics 27 years experience

Blurred vision: This is something that should definitely be addressed ASAP! Blurred vision is not something to ignore.

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A 29-year-old female asked:

My 6 month old son got his 6 months shot on thursday and is still running fever between 100 and 103.giving tylenol (acetaminophen) every four hours. urine test - ve.

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Fever: Is your little one perking up when you give him Tylenol (acetaminophen)? How is he drinking? Still making wet diapers? Alert and smiling or quie... Read More

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A female asked:

I need help with my acne! i have school tomorrow and can't wear makeup. anyway to cover it up without popping it or wearing makeup before tomorrow. in a healthy way, of course!

Pediatrics 27 years experience

Acne: Soak green tea bag in ice water then apply bags to acne. Do that a couple of times, then before bed apply 1% hydrocortisone cream to affected areas. ... Read More

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A 33-year-old female asked:

My 3 week old baby has a lot of gas. she only gives 1 bm a day. she is strictly formula fed. what could cause this? how can i help her?

Pediatrics 27 years experience

Gas: Many babies have bowel movement patterns that differ from adults. If it isn't firm, she should be ok. I recommend a formula for sensitive tummies u... Read More

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A 33-year-old female asked:

Blood in the right eye in my 3 month baby. help, what to do, advises. thanks!

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Blood: Is there actually blood dripping from the eye (or eyelid area) or does it looked like a "popped" blood vessel on the white of the eye? Is this new? ... Read More

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A 24-year-old member asked:

What herbs are best for painful ovulation?

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Herbs: First, make sure you aren't pregnant! Chamomile, ginger root, black licorice root, and perhaps saw palmetto may be helpful. Make sure you have contac... Read More

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A 29-year-old female asked:

I have very sore and sensitive breasts. i stopped breastfeeding about a month ago. is it normal for them to feel sore for awhile yet?

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Sore breast: Yes, it's normal (assuming you don't have mastitis or a blocked gland).

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A 50-year-old male asked:

Fingers and toes of my wife, daughter and son get swollen up during winters starting at a temp of 10 deg celcius and worsen further.pl advice.

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Fingers: vessels to spasms during cold weather. The most important thing to do is keep the hands and feet warm, but there are medications that can be helpful... Read More

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A 17-year-old female asked:

I feel so insecure about myself and want to work towards becoming something better but my boyfriend tells me i don't need to change what should i do?

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Boyfriend: Your boyfriend loves you for who you are, but you have to love the person looking back at you in the mirror. You're at a very tender age for identit... Read More

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A 24-year-old female asked:

I have an intact hymen. what is the reason i won't bleed on first intercourse?

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Hymen: If it's completely intact, there really might not be a way for blood out. Sometimes it can sit within the vagina, which may lead to blood clots and... Read More

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A male asked:

19.7 wbc for 20mos old. doc gave co-amox (vamox) 400mg 3ml 2x/day for 7 days. what is the cause? no cough and colds.

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Vamox: What prompted the visit to the doctor in the first place? A white blood cell count that is elevated can signal infection, but by itself cannot diagnos... Read More

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