Question 1

what are some non-traditional therapies for infant's with e. coli infections?

Accepted Answer

None: I would not experiment with any non-traditional therapies, as you may just lose time and have his infection progress rapidly when it might be too late.

Question 2

what is treatment for strabismus in infant?

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Eye  patches: Strabismus , or lazy eye, is treated with various different methods. The goal is to avoid visual loss, known as amblyopia. The initial treatment usually consists of eye patches. Sometimes eyedrops ,   eye glasses, or surgery are needed.  It is important to seek the advice of an eye specialist to monitor visual acuity throughout the years. Talk to your pcp about a referral. Best of luck. Jp.

Question 3

is holding babies safe when on radiation treatment?

Accepted Answer

I wouldn't, but: You need to discuss this with your specialist who can better assess your radiation status.  Babies are quite vulnerable to the effects of radiation and i would be extremely careful with any contact until cleared by your doctor.

Question 4

what are the causes of gallstones in unborn babies and what is the best treatment for it?

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No treatment needed: Fetal cholelithiasis is relatively common (1 in 300 pregnancies).  It is caused usually by hemolytic conditions of newborns or maternal hemolytic anemias.  The prognosis is excellent, with most stones gone by the babies' first year of life.

Question 5

gastrocolic reflex in babies causes n treatment

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Depends-age/severity: Some will need smaller, more frequent feedings. Thickening the formula/breast milk with cereal also can be done. Keeping the baby upright before and after feedings is helpful. H2-blockers like ranitidine (zantac) can be given orally to inhibit stomach acid. Old timers have also use antacids like mylanta and maalox. Many babies may not need treatment. Ger often resolves by itself.

Question 6

what treatment is given to babies when they get burns?

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Prevent infection: Usually something to keep moist and prevent infection.I use silvadene (silver sulfadiazine) cream often which does both. Also providing a soothing agent.

Question 7

can a person who is receiving radiation treatment hold an infant?

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See below: Unless the radiation is delivered by implanted seeds, most people receiving external beam radiation are not going to place a child at risk. Check with your doctors to see which type of radiation that you are receiving.

Question 8

can women with ms have babies while on treatment or do they have to stop ?

Accepted Answer

Ask your Neurologist: There is no proven curative  tx for ms. Whatever is used has to be classified as category a or b in order to be used in pregnancy ask your neurologist or the pharmacist..

Question 9

if appr acitaminophen dose is given to infant wrt age/weight then how long this treatment can safely (w/o toxic effects) cont. is ten days too much?

Accepted Answer

Shorter is better: In infants, cause of fever is generally infections, which shouldn't take more than 3-5 days to subside with the recommended treatment for the condition. Due to his age, he should be seen by his pediatrician. Important thing is to make sure he remains well hydrated.

Question 10

treatment for mosquito bite on infant

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Watch for infection: Nothing specific needs to be done, but you want to be sure to watch carefully for any signs of infection.  Infants' nerve endings are not as sensitive as older children and adults, so the itching sensation will not bother them.  However, if they seem uncomfortable a cold compress on the area will help.  Signs of infection include increasing redness, swelling, warmth and any pus by the bite.

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