Question 1

will i be able to eat fried calamari if i am allergic to shell fish?

Accepted Answer

May be: Calamari are one kind of squid, which are distant relatives of molluscs. They contain a protein, tropomyosin, that cross reacts with that of shrimp, crabs etc., sometimes also with that of dust mites and cockroaches. If you are not very allergic to shellfish, you may be able to tolerate calamari. If you are, either avoid them or see an allergist to be tested and find out if you can risk it.

Question 2

99%sure family has broad tapeworm infection. all 9 showing symptoms. 10+ diff. drs in oklahoma don't believe us. help! 3 are infants. all ate same fish?

Accepted Answer

Tapeworm: I hear your concern. Unfortunately, doctors don't believe self diagnosis, because despite most fervent claims, objective data are often lacking to support them. If you are sure that you ; your family members are infested with tapeworm, then it would be so easy to prove by giving a stool sample for testing and if it is there, it will be readily revealed.  But if none is found, then there's a proble.

Question 3

how much camomile tea is safe for an infant with colic?

Accepted Answer

I never advise it: A light brew of chamomile tea may give you something to do but i can remember no research data showing predictable benefit. Teas have been offered for colic since the first written treatment books for kids in the 1700's & follow the assumption that the gut is somehow upset. Present thought finds  it more a transient behavior/frustration issue.

Question 4

is it safe for an infant to be close to a child who had have nasal flu vaccine?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Yes, it is just fine.

Question 5

is ginger root safe for infants to eat?

Accepted Answer

Ginger root: Ginger root is not recommended to children under 2.

Question 6

is calamine lotion safe for infants?

Accepted Answer

Maybe: I consider it too drying and never recommend it.

Question 7

is bonna infant milk safe for baby has g6pd?

Accepted Answer

Yes, however...: Breast milk is a far better food for babies than any formula but Bonna formula is safe for babies with G6PD.
However, if you can not breast feed then organic infant formula is a far better choice- see https://www.hipp.ph/pediatric-nutrition/products/hipp-organic-infant-formula-0-6-months/hipp-organic-infant-formula-0-6-months/

Question 8

is sodium bicarbonate safe for infants?

Accepted Answer

No: Sodium bicarbonate is a symptom relief measure used in adults experiencing heartburn  or reflux.  Adults have kidneys that can  get rid of the extra bicarbonate.  Infants do not have this ability.  If your child  is experiencing reflux symptoms talk with your pediatrician.  However, please do not give your infant sodium bicarbonate, unless you are specifically to by your doctor and in what amount.

Question 9

is t minic drops safe for infant of 5 months.

Accepted Answer

Not recommended: The American Academy of Pediatrics recommends against using decongestants and cough medications for infants. Saline rinses and suction are however helpful with nasal congestion and cough.

Question 10

help please! is auto focus led on a digital camera safe for infants?

Accepted Answer

Yes: The led focusing light on a digital camera is very safe and will not hurt the eyes or skin of an infant.

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How much camomile tea is safe for an infant with colic?

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Is it safe for an infant to be close to a child who had have nasal flu vaccine?

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