Understanding Growth Hormone Therapy for Height Increase in Adults
Regarding growth hormone therapy? Hello, I saw a news article online stating that Mr. Hsu Shan-Ching at Taichung Veterans General Hospital helped a 25-year-old man, Mr. Hu, grow 22 centimeters taller over two years using growth hormone injections. I would like to ask if there are...
Dr. Hong Shaohui reply Pediatrics
Dear LeChateau, Hello! Regarding height and the use of growth hormone, it is indeed necessary to conduct bone age assessments and some related examinations before determining the treatment direction. You are welcome to come to our hospital for further consultation. Please make a...[Read More] Understanding Growth Hormone Therapy for Height Increase in Adults
Concerns About Infant Hearing, Feeding, and Health: A Pediatric Guide
Hearing problems 1. My baby is 50 days old. Since my father-in-law likes to hold her while watching TV, and the volume is very loud (I can clearly hear the TV sound from the third floor), I would like to ask if this will have a negative impact on the baby's hearing? 2. Is t...
Dr. Hong Shaohui reply Pediatrics
Dr. Lin Wen-Hsien from the Tainan Hospital of the Department of Health, Executive Yuan, responded that this mother is indeed very concerned about her baby's development and health issues. With more questions, attentive listening, and practical caregiving experience, she will...[Read More] Concerns About Infant Hearing, Feeding, and Health: A Pediatric Guide
Effective Strategies to Help Your Child Overcome Bedwetting Issues
Bedwetting Dear Dr. Hong, I would like to seek your advice regarding my daughter, who is in the second grade and turned eight this year. During the day, her urination is completely normal, but she has a persistent habit of bedwetting at night that we have been unable to improve....
Dr. Hong Shaohui reply Pediatrics
It is recommended that you visit a pediatric outpatient clinic to discuss with a specialist and to check for any physical or psychological issues.[Read More] Effective Strategies to Help Your Child Overcome Bedwetting Issues
Constipation Concerns for Breastfed Infants: Solutions and Tips
Issues with bowel movements in breastfed infants? My child is just over a month old and has not had a bowel movement for 8 days, although he is exclusively breastfed. He is passing gas and his feeding amount is normal. I can see him straining to poop every day, turning red in the...
Dr. Hong Shaohui reply Pediatrics
It is recommended that you personally visit a pediatrician's office to confirm whether your baby's issue is simply related to bowel movements or if there are any underlying gastrointestinal functional problems.[Read More] Constipation Concerns for Breastfed Infants: Solutions and Tips
Understanding Language Development Delays in Toddlers: Key Insights
Language Development Hello Dr. Hong, my son will be 3 years old in a month and a half. His overall development seems normal, but his speech is still quite delayed. He understands everything that is said to him and sometimes responds with 3-4 words, but at other times he just babb...
Dr. Hong Shaohui reply Pediatrics
It is recommended that you first visit the pediatric outpatient clinic at a regional teaching hospital in the Keelung area. A pediatrician will conduct a differential diagnosis to assess the child's growth and development. If necessary, the pediatric specialist may refer the...[Read More] Understanding Language Development Delays in Toddlers: Key Insights
Understanding Breast Lumps in Young Girls: When to Seek Medical Advice
Mass The 8-and-a-half-year-old girl is about to enter the third grade and has recently developed a small hard lump under her left breast, with a slight protrusion on the left side (the right breast shows no such symptoms). She feels little discomfort while standing or walking, bu...
Dr. Hong Shaohui reply Pediatrics
The Tainan Hospital of the Department of Health recommends that you schedule an appointment with the breast surgery outpatient clinic for further diagnosis and explanation by a specialist.[Read More] Understanding Breast Lumps in Young Girls: When to Seek Medical Advice
Top Clinics for Sensory Integration Therapy for ADHD in Taipei
Which hospitals or clinics in Taipei offer outpatient services for sensory integration therapy for children with ADHD? In Taipei City, which hospitals or clinics offer outpatient services for sensory integration therapy for children with ADHD and have shown good results?
Dr. Hong Shaohui reply Pediatrics
We recommend that you contact the Taipei City Health Bureau.[Read More] Top Clinics for Sensory Integration Therapy for ADHD in Taipei
Understanding Microtia: Best Age for Surgery and Genetic Factors
Microtia Hello~~~~~~~~~~~ At what age is it most suitable to perform surgery for microtia? Is microtia hereditary? Thank you~~~
Dr. Hong Shaohui reply Pediatrics
Microtia is generally recommended to be surgically corrected by the age of five. There is no need to worry as microtia is not hereditary.[Read More] Understanding Microtia: Best Age for Surgery and Genetic Factors
Essential Guide to Conducting Infant Physical Assessments
How to conduct a physical assessment of infants and young children? Hello Dr. Hong: I would like to ask how to conduct a physical assessment for infants and young children. Could you provide a case for my reference? Thank you.
Dr. Hong Shaohui reply Pediatrics
Due to the difficulty of conducting a physical assessment in writing, we welcome you to visit our Health Education Center at our hospital. We have professional nurses available for health education. Tainan Hospital wishes you peace and health.[Read More] Essential Guide to Conducting Infant Physical Assessments
Understanding Jaundice in Newborns: When is it Normal?
Jaundice Dear Dr. Hong: Do all newborns experience jaundice? If so, what are the normal levels? At what point can they be taken home for care? Thank you!
Dr. Hong Shaohui reply Pediatrics
Dr. Hung Shao-Hui, a pediatrician from the Department of Health, Executive Yuan, responded: It is normal for newborns to exhibit jaundice from the third to the seventh day after birth, with typical levels not exceeding 12.9 mg%. A jaundice level below 10 mg% is considered safe fo...[Read More] Understanding Jaundice in Newborns: When is it Normal?
Helping Your 2-Year-Old Transition from Milk to Solid Foods
A 2-year-old boy only drinks milk and does not eat solid food? My son just turned two last month. He usually only drinks milk and eats porridge and noodles as side dishes. He does not eat cookies or solid foods, and sometimes he even has trouble swallowing snacks like "Guai ...
Dr. Hong Shaohui reply Pediatrics
(1) Difficulty eating cookies and solid foods indicates poorer chewing ability, and a visit to a dentist for developmental assessment is recommended. (2) If the child does not chew when eating porridge and noodles, you can cook the porridge until it's softer and cut the nood...[Read More] Helping Your 2-Year-Old Transition from Milk to Solid Foods
Managing Medication Allergies in Children with Favism: A Parent's Guide
To Pediatrician Dr. Hong Hello Dr. Hong, My 10-year-old son has G6PD deficiency and has a history of medication allergies. He frequently suffers from upper respiratory infections, and local clinics have run out of medications suitable for him. The doctor recommended that we seek...
Dr. Hong Shaohui reply Pediatrics
In the short term, aside from antipyretics, there are other methods to help reduce fever, such as increasing fluid intake and taking lukewarm sponge baths. In the long term, drug allergies are primarily a matter of individual constitution; however, if the allergic reactions are q...[Read More] Managing Medication Allergies in Children with Favism: A Parent's Guide
Understanding Antihistamines: Safety Concerns for Children Under 12
Antihistamine medication, Ailai, related questions? Hello Doctor: First of all, thank you for taking the time to answer my question. I would like to ask about antihistamines (such as Allegra (fexofenadine)). Generally, these medications are contraindicated for children under 6 or...
Dr. Hong Shaohui reply Pediatrics
The reason these medications are not specified is primarily because the U.S. FDA (Food and Drug Administration) requires that experiments be conducted on children aged 6 or 12 years old, so children in these age groups are not included as eligible subjects. Generally speaking, sh...[Read More] Understanding Antihistamines: Safety Concerns for Children Under 12
Excessive Phlegm in Infants: When to Seek Medical Advice
Excessive mucus in infants? I have a baby who is almost 3 months old. I have noticed that my baby has a lot of phlegm lately, and when I touch the area below the throat and the back of the neck, I can feel vibrations. I'm not sure if I should see a doctor!
Dr. Hong Shaohui reply Pediatrics
It is recommended that you consult a physician for a possible diagnosis of bronchitis.[Read More] Excessive Phlegm in Infants: When to Seek Medical Advice
Understanding Infant Hiccups: Tips for New Parents
Hiccups in newborns? Hello Dr. Hong, I would like to ask you a question regarding my infant's hiccup issue. My baby is almost one month old and is currently on formula, consuming about 80 c.c. every 3 hours. However, my baby often falls asleep halfway through feeding, conti...
Dr. Hong Shaohui reply Pediatrics
Hello: Here are the answers to your questions. 1. Patting the back helps infants release gas and aids digestion. 2. Patting should last about 5-10 minutes, as long as it achieves the desired effect of gas release. 3. If the infant does not burp or swallow after patting, simply pl...[Read More] Understanding Infant Hiccups: Tips for New Parents
Understanding Infant Constipation: Tips for New Parents
Infant constipation Hello, doctor... I have been a dad for 17 days now... During these 17 days, there have been joys as well as exhaustion... It seems that my baby's impatient temperament has been inherited from me... He lacks patience when breastfeeding, so he has been on f...
Dr. Hong Shaohui reply Pediatrics
In general, the frequency of bowel movements in infants decreases after the first two weeks of life. Constipation is defined by observing the consistency of the stool; if the stool is not hard and the frequency has decreased, it is considered a normal phenomenon. If water or gluc...[Read More] Understanding Infant Constipation: Tips for New Parents
Can Yogurt Drink Replace Milk for Toddlers? Nutritional Insights
Children who are not fond of drinking milk may prefer yogurt drinks? A child who is almost two years old does not like to drink milk and typically consumes about 150cc of milk only once a day, but enjoys yogurt drinks. Can yogurt drinks replace milk? Will there be any nutritional...
Dr. Hong Shaohui reply Pediatrics
Those who enjoy drinking yogurt tend to consume less milk. The composition of milk and yogurt differs, and consequently, their nutritional content is not the same. Therefore, it is recommended to introduce yogurt after the age of 4 months.[Read More] Can Yogurt Drink Replace Milk for Toddlers? Nutritional Insights
Understanding Your Baby's Unusual Stool: What Gray and Sticky Means
Baby's stool Hello Dr. Hong: My baby is over three months old now. For the past two days, the stool has been different from usual; it is gray in color and very sticky. Could this indicate a gastrointestinal issue? What should I do?
Dr. Hong Shaohui reply Pediatrics
It is possible that congenital biliary cysts are preventing bile secretion. As a result, fatty substances are difficult to digest, leading to grayish-white stools. It is advisable to seek examination and treatment at a medical center as soon as possible.[Read More] Understanding Your Baby's Unusual Stool: What Gray and Sticky Means
Why Is My Baby's Stool Gray? Understanding Color Changes in Infants
Gray stool can indicate a lack of bile, which may suggest a problem with the liver, gallbladder, or bile ducts. It is important to consult a healthcare professional for I have a three-month-old baby, and three days ago I noticed that his stool has turned gray and has become very ...
Dr. Hong Shaohui reply Pediatrics
Pale gray stools in children may indicate a lack of bile secretion, which can lead to difficulties in digesting fatty foods. There is a high possibility of congenital biliary cysts. It is advisable to seek prompt evaluation and treatment at a medical center.[Read More] Why Is My Baby's Stool Gray? Understanding Color Changes in Infants
Understanding Diarrhea in Infants: Causes and When to Seek Help
Pediatric Diarrhea Issues Hello Doctor, my baby is currently 6 months old. Initially, he had a bowel movement once a day in a formed shape, but four days ago it suddenly changed to a watery, mushy consistency and now he has four bowel movements a day. I initially suspected it mig...
Dr. Hong Shaohui reply Pediatrics
Hello: It may be gastroenteritis caused by rotavirus (due to finger sucking), and you should see a doctor.[Read More] Understanding Diarrhea in Infants: Causes and When to Seek Help