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2009-11-07 Pediatrics - Regarding Lymphnode in left armpit:

Hi, Mandeep, I am not used to BCG in the USA, but I suspect it could cause an enlarged axillary node in the arm in which it was given. This can either be a suppurative or a non-suppurative adenitis

2009-11-07 Pediatrics - Help:

Hi, Gunjan, If these are allergy symptoms, then using an antihistamine like Zyrtec or Aerius (I'm not familiar with this medicine) would be very appropriate. This would help with the allergy symptoms

2009-11-06 Pediatrics - My 12-month old:

Hi Liz, I am not a specialist in infant feeding, however I do know that many babies have difficulty transitioning from breast to bottle feeding. I've read that some babies will accept the bottle more

2009-11-06 Pediatrics - 9 month old naps:

Hi, Joshua, A lot of kids, including one of my daughters, stop napping at about this age. Nothing is wrong with this. These kids tend to be better night time sleepers. Lots of kids will cry a bit

2009-11-06 Pediatrics - Sleep:

Dear Michelle: Sleep patterns change in young children Michelle and the worst thing you can do is to bring her into your bed. She will train herself to awaken every night to get into your bed. Stop

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