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A member asked:
how does duchenne muscular dystrophy affect the family and kids socialy and economically?
3 doctor answers • 4 doctors weighed in
Dr. Ahmad M Hadiedanswered
Orthopedic Surgery 49 years experience
Guillaume Duchenne : Duchenne muscular dystrophy is disease of muscle that weaken the musculoskeletal system and hamper locomotion. Muscular dystrophies are characterized by progressive skeletal muscle weakness, defects in muscle proteins, and the death of muscle cells and tissue. Some of it inherted by six linked gene.These diseases predominately affect males, very disabling.
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Dr. George Gantsoudesanswered
Pediatric Orthopedic Surgery 17 years experience
A fair amount: A child with dmd will need many doctors visits and likely some surgeries in their lives. Going to a children's hospital or a multidisciplinary clinic can help lessen the burden. Also, they can point you in the direction of counselors who can help you deal with upcoming challenges.
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Dr. Johanna Frickeanswered
Developmental and Behavioral Pediatrics 50 years experience
As parents cope with: Their son's dmd, each grieves at his/her own rate. X-linked mutations in the dystrophin gene cause 2/3 of cases of dmd; moms may know they didn't cause the mutation, yet still feel guity. Dmd requires family re-organization to fit the child's changing medical, educational & emotional needs. Like flight attendants advise, put your own oxygen mask on first before you try to help your child.
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A 44-year-old member asked:
Do children in emerging nations need multivitamins?
1 doctor answer • 2 doctors weighed in
Dr. Prakash Bhoopalamanswered
Pediatrics 43 years experience
May be: It does not depend on where they live in general but on their diet. If they are consuming a balanced diet that includes but not limited to fruits, vegetables, cereal, and milk products they don't need any multivitamins.
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A 45-year-old member asked:
How can I feed children healthy foods on the go?
1 doctor answer • 4 doctors weighed in
Dr. Lisa Saponaroanswered
Clinical Psychology 18 years experience
Plan ahead: Plan meals a day in advance. Grab fruits & vegetables that can travel (mini carrots, celery, oranges, apples, bananas). Nuts and nut butters come in individual serving size packages that travel well and are easy to keep on hand or in car. Have a good supply of healthy snacks such as granola bars or other meal bars that your kids enjoy. Be sure to read nutritional labels and select wisely.
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A 35-year-old member asked:
How can I get my child to eat breakfast if still sleepy and early?
1 doctor answer • 1 doctor weighed in
Dr. Samuel Sadowanswered
Bariatrics 48 years experience
Outsmart them!: To bed earlier. Try variety! eat with them! give them what tastes good like home made protein smoothies with fresh fruit juices and whey protein powder. Almond butter with toast. Avoid breakfast out of a box! make some turkey bacon. Play some upbeat music and get them going. Good luck!
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A 46-year-old member asked:
How can I help my child gain weight when picky?
1 doctor answer • 1 doctor weighed in
Dr. Michael Sparacinoanswered
Family Medicine 37 years experience
See your doctor: See your doctor to make sure there is no underlying illness. He/she will refer to a dietician for info on weight gain diets, etc.
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A 43-year-old member asked:
When must I get professional help for my child if he has stranger anxiety?
2 doctor answers • 7 doctors weighed in
Dr. Robert Stewartanswered
Clinical Psychology 44 years experience
When it's a problem.: Some anxiety (shyness) with strangers is normal and good. You want your child to be cautious with strangers. Honor the child's discomfort with anyone being too intimate. But if the anxiety is causing problems or distress in the child's life, talk to a professional as soon as possible to help decide what needs to be done. The sooner the issue is addressed, the easier it is to resolve.
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