Health for Kids

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2013-05-19 Pediatrics - child nutrition:

Hi, Melinda,     Don't you think it would be a good idea to have her see her pediatrician, do a good dietary history, a good exam and perhaps some targeted lab studies to see if she is medically OK?  To

2013-05-18 Pediatrics - dry coughinh:

Hi Kamal,    Please consult his pediatrician, as he needs careful examination to find out the cause and then treated appropriately. Cough that increases with activity can be a sign of (mild) Asthma; hence

2013-05-16 Pediatrics - potty training problems:

Hi, Rebekah,     I can't answer this without a lot more information.  Is this pee or poop or both?  Is she constipated?  Has she ever been trained?  Does she do anything different on the 2nd or 3rd day

2013-05-16 Pediatrics - Eye Blinking Tic - at worst with TV:

Hi, Jacqueline,     This is a typical childhood motor tic and as far as I am aware, has no relationship to TS.  I see probably a kid every several months with this and to me, it is a mistake getting eyes

2013-05-15 Pediatrics - stomache ache/not eatting:

Hi, Ali,     I suspect this is a viral illness, but with it going on longer than one might suspect and with the lack of vomiting and diarrhea, I would suggest a visit to your doctor to be sure there is