Understanding Ear Bumps in Children: What Parents Should Know
I don't know what it is? Dear Doctor: My son has a small, soft yet firm mass located about 5 centimeters behind the middle of both ear bones. Is this something that children normally have?
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Hello: In normal infants, lymph nodes are not easily palpable. However, with exposure to antigens, it is acceptable to palpate lymph nodes in certain areas! These areas include the neck, axilla, groin, and the area behind the ears. If the lymph nodes are less than 1.5 centimeters...[Read More] Understanding Ear Bumps in Children: What Parents Should Know
When Should Your Child Receive the Third Dose of Hib Vaccine?
When should the Haemophilus influenzae type b (Hib) vaccine be administered, and which dose is recommended? Hello, Dr. Pei! My child is currently 11 months old. He received the "DTaP-Hib-IPV" vaccine at 2 months, the "DTaP-Hib-IPV" vaccine again at 4 months, a...
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Currently, there are three pharmaceutical companies in the country that distribute different vaccines: 1. Aventis (Maris Industrial) provides information on the ACT-HiB vaccine, which states: "For infants under six months, three doses of the vaccine should be administered ...[Read More] When Should Your Child Receive the Third Dose of Hib Vaccine?
Is It Safe to Give Nutritional Supplements to My One-Year-Old?
Is it good for a one-year-old baby to take nutritional supplements? My baby just turned one year old. I'm unsure whether to add nutritional supplements for infants and toddlers, such as calcium powder, multivitamins, lactoferrin, and probiotics. Will these increase the burde...
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Hello: The baby has just turned one year old. The main diet for infants and toddlers should consist of the same meals as adults, while formula milk (stage three, growth milk powder for children aged 1-3 years) should be considered a supplementary food. Unless there are specific h...[Read More] Is It Safe to Give Nutritional Supplements to My One-Year-Old?
Understanding Pneumococcal Vaccines and Hand Preference in Toddlers
Pneumococcal vaccine Hello, doctor. I would like to ask a few questions: 1. My child is currently 2.5 years old and sometimes alternates between using the left and right hand while eating or picking up objects. I read that children should develop a dominant hand by the age of 2...
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ANSWER: 1. According to the pediatric reference book (Nelson), children typically develop a dominant hand (either left or right) around the age of 3. If a child shows a dominant hand before 18 months, there may be concerns about potential issues on the opposite side (such as musc...[Read More] Understanding Pneumococcal Vaccines and Hand Preference in Toddlers
Understanding Galactosemia in Children: Symptoms, Risks, and Dietary Management
Galactosemia is a genetic metabolic disorder that affects the body's ability to process galactose, a sugar found in milk and dairy products. Individuals with galactosemia lack the Hello, doctor. My child was recently screened and suspected to have galactosemia, and also has ...
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Hello: The most common cause is the lack of the enzyme (galactose-1-phosphate uridyl transferase) required for lactose metabolism in affected children, which prevents them from converting ingested lactose into glucose. The incidence provided by the Department of Health is approxi...[Read More] Understanding Galactosemia in Children: Symptoms, Risks, and Dietary Management
Understanding Baby's Bloating and Diarrhea: Tips for Parents
I'm sorry, but I need more context or content to provide a translation. Please provide the specific text Hello! My baby is almost one year old. She vomited once at 5 AM on Saturday and had two bowel movements at 10 AM on Sunday. The stools didn't seem very loose. Howeve...
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Hello: Recently, there has been an outbreak of rotavirus gastroenteritis, which primarily affects children under six years old. Patients may experience fever and vomiting, followed by diarrhea. Your baby is likely infected with rotavirus gastroenteritis, which can be confirmed th...[Read More] Understanding Baby's Bloating and Diarrhea: Tips for Parents
Redness in a One-Year-Old's Genital Area: Causes and Solutions
The area around the urinary opening of a one-year-old baby girl is red? My baby's genital area is red, but there are no visible rashes. A few days ago, there was diarrhea, but I cleaned it thoroughly, and there were no rashes on the bottom. However, the next day, I noticed t...
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Topic: Diaper Rash Hello! A reddening reaction has occurred in the area covered by the diaper, which is known as diaper rash (commonly referred to as "red bottom"). Diaper rash not only affects appearance but, if not managed properly, can lead to secondary bacterial an...[Read More] Redness in a One-Year-Old's Genital Area: Causes and Solutions
Vaccination Schedule for Infants: Timing and Combination of Shots Explained
Could you please provide the vaccination schedule for my baby and whether the required intervals between each vaccine are sufficient? The baby was born on March 1, 2005. The first dose of the pneumococcal vaccine for children under two years old was administered on December 9, 20...
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Hello: The baby was born on March 1, 2005, and received the first dose of the pneumococcal vaccine (Prevnar) on December 9, 2005. ● The vaccination schedule for six to twelve months includes a total of three doses, with the first two doses spaced at least one month apart, prefera...[Read More] Vaccination Schedule for Infants: Timing and Combination of Shots Explained
Understanding Pediatric Digestive Issues: Tips for Concerned Parents
Unsure how to diagnose and treat! Dr. Pei: Hello, my daughter is over three years old. When she was five months old, due to her mother's health issues, she stopped breastfeeding and started drinking Abbott formula. About two to three months later, I noticed that before bedti...
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Hello: 1. Your daughter has exhibited signs of teeth grinding and muscle spasms before sleep, which raises concerns about possible electrolyte imbalances or abnormal brain discharges. It would be advisable to consult a pediatric neurologist for an evaluation, which may include ...[Read More] Understanding Pediatric Digestive Issues: Tips for Concerned Parents