Understanding Thin Corpus Callosum in Newborn Brain Ultrasound
Neonatal brain ultrasound - thinner corpus callosum? Hello doctor, my daughter underwent a cranial ultrasound examination shortly after birth. Yesterday, we received a notification stating that her corpus callosum is thinner than normal and that it will thicken as she gains weigh...
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Hello: If there are no specific symptoms or diseases, a brain ultrasound examination performed at birth should be considered an out-of-pocket screening item. Of course, the corpus callosum thickens with weight gain. Currently, there are claims that it is thinner, but I am not cle...[Read More] Understanding Thin Corpus Callosum in Newborn Brain Ultrasound
Does My 3-Year-Old Son Really Have Asthma? Understanding Symptoms and Care
Does my son really have asthma? Gender: Male Age: 3 years 1 month Weight: 14 kg Dietary habits: Normal Family history of asthma: Great-grandfather, grandmother, husband (had it during infancy) Current issues: Sensitive to weather changes, prone to nasal allergies Dura...
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Hello: If an infant has a family history of disease and experiences recurrent wheezing episodes, it is very likely to be asthma. Currently, seeing an immunologist or rheumatologist is appropriate. Allergens can be identified through blood tests. Additionally, some asthma attacks ...[Read More] Does My 3-Year-Old Son Really Have Asthma? Understanding Symptoms and Care
Understanding Neonatal Brain Hemorrhage: Causes, Risks, and Outcomes
Neonatal intracranial hemorrhage? My younger brother was born 3 days ago and was admitted to the neonatal intensive care unit (NICU) on the day of his birth because he seemed unable to breathe on his own. He appeared healthy at birth, and the doctors did not mention any issues. T...
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Hello: If a newborn experiences difficulty breathing, along with a bluish discoloration of the face and lips, or a high-pitched cry, one possible cause could be intracranial hemorrhage. To understand why intracranial hemorrhage occurs, it is best to consult your attending physici...[Read More] Understanding Neonatal Brain Hemorrhage: Causes, Risks, and Outcomes
Understanding Allergies in Toddlers: When to Seek Specialist Help
Allergic Reactions in Infants My daughter is only 2 years old and started seeing a dermatologist about 7 months ago due to difficulty sleeping at night caused by itching. The doctor couldn't clearly identify the allergy, questioning whether it was measles or atopic dermatiti...
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Hello: If a child's allergies are difficult to control, it is certainly advisable to visit a major hospital for evaluation. However, sometimes it can be challenging to identify the allergens. If there are specific allergens identified, it is important to avoid exposure to th...[Read More] Understanding Allergies in Toddlers: When to Seek Specialist Help
Should You Give High Protein Powder to Your Picky Toddler?
High-protein powder My son is 2 years and 4 months old, and his height has not yet reached 90 cm. He tends to be picky with food and will spit out what he doesn't like, and he easily gets nervous, leading to poor gastrointestinal absorption. Someone suggested that we give hi...
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Hello; for a 2-year and 4-month-old boy with a height of 90 cm, he is exactly at the 50th percentile, which is not necessarily bad. Height is significantly influenced by genetic factors. If a child's height is below the 3rd percentile, or if there is a drop in height percent...[Read More] Should You Give High Protein Powder to Your Picky Toddler?
Understanding Black Spots on Fingers and Delayed Tooth Growth in Toddlers
Teething & black spots on the hands Hello, Doctor: My daughter is currently one year and one month old. I would like to ask you about the two black spots that appear on the tip of her left middle finger. The spots are not very large, about the size of half a grain of rice. So...
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Hello: The two spots that appear on the tip of your little daughter's left middle finger, which sometimes disappear and sometimes reappear, are likely not caused by any typical disease. The appearance and disappearance of bruising could be one possible reason. If there are a...[Read More] Understanding Black Spots on Fingers and Delayed Tooth Growth in Toddlers
Is Your Baby's Warm Forehead and Eye Movement Normal?
The forehead feels a bit warm? Hello, doctor. My little daughter is almost five months old. Recently, her forehead feels a bit warm, and her ear temperature is around 37 degrees Celsius. Her activity level seems okay, and her milk intake is also fine. Is this normal? Another co...
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Hello: A five-month-old child has an ear temperature of 37 degrees Celsius, which is not considered a high temperature or fever. It is important to monitor for any changes in body temperature or other discomforting symptoms. Generally speaking, rectal temperature closely approxim...[Read More] Is Your Baby's Warm Forehead and Eye Movement Normal?
Is It Safe for Newborns to Fly Long Distances?
Flying on an airplane? Dr. He: Hello, thank you for taking the time to answer my questions. 1. Is it safe for a newborn to take a long-haul flight (from Atlanta to Taiwan, with a total travel time of about 20 hours including layovers)? Will the cabin pressure have any negative ef...
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Hello: Broadly speaking, newborns refer to infants under three months of age. There is no clear guideline on the appropriate age for flying; it may vary by airline, and some may require a signed waiver. Generally, during ascent and descent, the imbalance of pressure in and out of...[Read More] Is It Safe for Newborns to Fly Long Distances?
Should I See an Orthopedic or Plastic Surgeon for My Baby's Extra Finger?
Baby's fingers My child has an extra finger on their thumb. Should I take them to an orthopedic surgeon or a plastic surgeon? Please advise. Thank you.
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Hello: Generally, I recommend seeing an orthopedic specialist for multiple symptoms. If it's related to plastic surgery, that should also be acceptable. Thank you for your message![Read More] Should I See an Orthopedic or Plastic Surgeon for My Baby's Extra Finger?
Understanding Growth Plate Closure: Pediatric Concerns and Solutions
Regarding the closure of growth plates! I'm not sure if I'm asking the right person! If not, please let me know which doctor I should consult! When I was in the third year of junior high school, I went to Chang Gung Memorial Hospital for an X-ray to check my growth plat...
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Hello: I can offer you some suggestions regarding your concerns. Height is not something that individuals can control, nor is it a necessary condition for success; please do not be too upset. According to the height and weight standards for military service, a height of 160 cm st...[Read More] Understanding Growth Plate Closure: Pediatric Concerns and Solutions
Understanding Newborn Tongue Tie: Is Your Baby's M-Shaped Tongue Normal?
Newborn tongue tie? My son is eight days old and I noticed that his tongue has an M shape, and the base of his tongue is very close to the tip. Is this normal, doctor?
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Hello: If the tongue cannot extend beyond the lips, or if the tongue appears in an M shape with the base and tip of the tongue being very close together, it may be due to a tight lingual frenulum. You can visit a surgical outpatient clinic to have the frenulum clipped, and then h...[Read More] Understanding Newborn Tongue Tie: Is Your Baby's M-Shaped Tongue Normal?
Emergency Procedures for Infant Choking: CPR and Beyond
Emergency Procedures for Infant Choking When a newborn baby is five days old and experiences cyanosis and aspiration pneumonia due to choking, in addition to performing infant CPR, can defibrillation, tracheostomy, or ECMO be administered simultaneously? What is the recommended d...
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Hello: A newborn, five days old, experienced cyanosis and aspiration pneumonia due to milk aspiration. Basic cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) was initiated, and in addition to providing oxygen, the first step was to clear the milk from the throat and nasal passages to maintain...[Read More] Emergency Procedures for Infant Choking: CPR and Beyond
Understanding Your Baby's Stool: Common Concerns and Solutions
Baby stool issues? Hello, doctor. My sister is currently over 7 months old (she will turn 8 months on the 16th). I have a few questions to ask you, thank you. (1) My sister has consistently had soft stools, which are green or greenish-yellow in color. Is this normal? (2) Due ...
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Hello: 1. The color of the stool is greenish-yellow, which is considered normal. You can refer to the "Infant Stool Chart" in the Children's Health Handbook. 2. Diaper rash can easily be complicated by fungal infections, so it is best to see a doctor. Additional...[Read More] Understanding Your Baby's Stool: Common Concerns and Solutions
Is My 6-Month-Old Daughter's Development Normal? Pediatric Insights
Not yet able to crawl or sit? Hello, doctor: I would like to ask you about my daughter, who is currently over 6 months old, weighs 7.5 kg, and is 65 cm tall. Is this within the normal range? (The pediatricians haven't told me if it's considered normal.) She is not sitti...
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Hello: The increase in weight and height indicates growth. According to the growth chart, your daughter's weight is between the 50th and 75th percentiles, while her height is at the 50th percentile, which is currently within the normal range. For different age groups, if the...[Read More] Is My 6-Month-Old Daughter's Development Normal? Pediatric Insights
Understanding Green Stool in Breastfed Infants: Is It Normal?
Green stool in infants? Director He: I would like to ask you a question: My son is almost 2 weeks old! He has been exclusively breastfed by my wife. We have been monitoring the color of his stools daily, and they have been changing within the normal three colors. However, for the...
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Hello: The stool comparison card in the children's health handbook is primarily used to screen for intrahepatic cholestasis or biliary obstruction in infants. Bile is normally yellow or green; stools that are not grayish-white or very pale yellow are considered normal. While...[Read More] Understanding Green Stool in Breastfed Infants: Is It Normal?
Understanding Your Baby Girl's Development: Milestones and Concerns
Development of Female Infants Hello, Doctor: My daughter just turned 3 months old on the 16th, but she still cannot roll over. When she is on her stomach, her head is not very stable; she can lift her head but not for very long. I would like to ask if this is normal. I have heard...
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Hello: Generally, a baby around two to three months old can lift their head to a 45-degree angle while lying on their stomach. By four to five months, they begin to learn to roll over, and by six months, they should be able to do so. If they are unable to roll over, you can assis...[Read More] Understanding Your Baby Girl's Development: Milestones and Concerns
Understanding Aspiration Pneumonia in Infants: Causes and Care Tips
Regarding aspiration pneumonia? Hello, Doctor: My baby is currently a little over 2 months old, almost 3 months. I would like to ask what is aspiration pneumonia. My baby often accidentally inhales nasal mucus, and I wonder if this could lead to aspiration pneumonia. Additionally...
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If a booger accidentally gets sucked into the nasal cavity or the nasopharynx, it can generally be expelled using methods such as patting the back or inducing a cough. This can help move it back out of the nasal cavity or down into the oral cavity for expulsion (and sometimes it ...[Read More] Understanding Aspiration Pneumonia in Infants: Causes and Care Tips
Why Does My Baby Tilt Their Head to the Left While Sitting or Lying?
When my baby is sitting or lying down, their head tilts slightly to the left. What could be the reason for this? My baby is currently six months old. When sitting or lying down, my baby's head tilts slightly to the left, and it also tilts a bit while lying down, but he can s...
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Hello: Your baby is six months old and has a tendency to tilt their head to the left, which can be referred to as torticollis. If it is confirmed that there are no hard lumps in the neck, it is likely due to habitual positioning. Although the head can be straightened and turned n...[Read More] Why Does My Baby Tilt Their Head to the Left While Sitting or Lying?
Understanding Dark Yellow Urine in Infants: When to Seek Medical Advice
The urine is yellow? My child is now over 7 months old, but his urine has always been very yellow, has a strong odor, and the volume is quite low. Even with increased water intake, there has been no improvement. Should I consider having him checked? Thank you for your response!
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Hello: Urine is naturally yellow and has a characteristic odor. If the volume is low, the concentration of these characteristics will be more pronounced. Please increase your fluid intake; water, fruit juice, or vegetable juice are all good options, which should help alleviate th...[Read More] Understanding Dark Yellow Urine in Infants: When to Seek Medical Advice
Is Your Baby's Green Stool Normal? Understanding Infant Digestive Changes
Is the baby's stool considered normal? Hello Doctor: My sister is currently 2 months old. A week ago, her stool changed from golden yellow to dark green, with the front half being dark green and the back half golden yellow (the back half was a bit watery). However, in the pa...
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Hello: In terms of color, a baby's stool that is yellow or green is considered normal; pale yellow or grayish-white is abnormal. You can refer to the color chart in the children's health handbook for images and descriptions of infant stool colors. If the stool is slight...[Read More] Is Your Baby's Green Stool Normal? Understanding Infant Digestive Changes