10 MEDICAL TERMS YOU SHOULD KNOW
We love to use fancy names and terms in medicine; it makes us feel smart. But the truth is, the...
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Month: June 2016
WHAT TO DO ABOUT NIGHT TERRORS
If you’ve ever had a child who suffers from night terrors, then you know how awful they can be....
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HOW DO I GET MY KID TO STOP PICKING HER SCABS?
Great question. I wish I had a quick fix for you on this one. The answer to what will work really...
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WHAT TO DO IF AN ANIMAL BITES YOUR CHILD
A conversation with a parent yesterday about a dog bite gone awry (think awful infection that...
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DOES YOUR CHILD SUFFER FROM LIE-ARRHEA?
I taught a class of young kids yesterday. Because it was Father’s Day, one of the questions posed...
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I'm a pediatrician and a mom. Pediatric AnswersTM is where parents can get the straight scoop on their child's health, largely based on my experience in the office and at home. I don't diagnose on the site, so please don't ask. These are just my opinions. Use this site as a resource. And trust your parent gut.