Managing Allergies and Flu Vaccination for Premature Infants
Allergic constitution and influenza vaccine? Dear Dr. Chang, My baby is a preterm infant born at 35 weeks and 3 days! Currently, his corrected age is one year old. Since the end of May this year, he has had a cold that lasted until mid-August, during which he was treated with an...
Dr. Zhang Wenwang reply Pediatrics
1) The growth curve records an individual's growth process, specifically the continuous tracking of height and weight. If your baby consistently follows the same curve, it indicates that they belong to that particular percentile, and while they may be in the 3rd percentile a...[Read More] Managing Allergies and Flu Vaccination for Premature Infants
Is My Baby's Development Normal? Concerns for a 6-Month-Old
Is my baby normal? My daughter is currently almost seven months old, but she only learned to roll over at six months and fifteen days. Her neck can hold up, but it is not stable and often wobbles. Today, when I had her in a sitting position, I noticed that her head was tilted. Is...
Dr. Zhang Wenwang reply Pediatrics
Hello, Xiao Xin: 1. The growth of a baby includes both growth and development. Development refers to functional aspects, commonly known as "sitting at seven months and crawling at eight months." Parents can refer to the "Child Health Handbook," which outlines...[Read More] Is My Baby's Development Normal? Concerns for a 6-Month-Old
Managing Childhood Asthma: Effective Treatments and Concerns
Pediatric Asthma Dear Dr. Chang, Hello, I have a 6-year-old son who has been suffering from asthma and has been receiving treatment at Mackay Memorial Hospital for 2 years. The improvement has not been very satisfactory, as he still catches colds more frequently than other child...
Dr. Zhang Wenwang reply Pediatrics
Hello Vicky, 1. When a new drug is launched, some physicians may choose to wait for long-term usage data before prescribing it, but its approval indicates that it has therapeutic effects, depending on whether the physician and the patient's family can cooperate. 2. I am not...[Read More] Managing Childhood Asthma: Effective Treatments and Concerns
Understanding Megacolon in Infants: Risks and Management Tips
Megacolon Hello, my son is 1 month and 10 days old. Today, on the evening of the 19th, we went to the emergency room because he hadn't had a bowel movement for two days. After an X-ray, the doctor said he has megacolon and has had some bowel movements, but they were all soft...
Dr. Zhang Wenwang reply Pediatrics
Hello, 1. Further examinations are needed to confirm megacolon; it is recommended to consult a pediatric gastroenterologist for evaluation. 2. Treatment generally depends on the length of the colon segment without nerve distribution, and it is advisable to discuss this in deta...[Read More] Understanding Megacolon in Infants: Risks and Management Tips
Yellow-Green Eye Discharge in Infants: When to See a Specialist?
There is yellow-green discharge from the eyes? Hello, my baby is currently over 2 months old. Since birth, he has often had yellow-green discharge from his eyes. The pediatrician said it is due to a blocked tear duct. We are currently using eye drops and massaging the area, which...
Dr. Zhang Wenwang reply Pediatrics
Hello Denise: If there is still no improvement by the age of four months, it is recommended to seek assistance from an ophthalmologist. Best wishes, Dr. Zhang Wen-Wang.[Read More] Yellow-Green Eye Discharge in Infants: When to See a Specialist?
Concerns About Toddler Nutrition: Milk-Only Diet and Growth Issues
Children's dietary issues? Hello Dr. Chang, My son is 2 years and 1 month old, but he does not like to eat solid food and only drinks milk, three times a day. I am concerned whether he is getting enough nutrition and if his growth and development might be affected. He is c...
Dr. Zhang Wenwang reply Pediatrics
Dear Concerned Mother, 1. In fact, height and weight are significantly influenced by genetics. Your baby's growth curve shows a height around the 75th percentile, while the weight is slightly lighter at about the 25th percentile relative to height. 2. Regarding the intake ...[Read More] Concerns About Toddler Nutrition: Milk-Only Diet and Growth Issues
Teething in Toddlers: Understanding Symptoms and Concerns
Teething in children Hello: My child is now one year and 7 days old. Recently, he has grown 4 teeth and is currently experiencing fever symptoms, around 37-38.4 degrees Celsius. Occasionally, he has been vomiting. Is vomiting common when teething? Is this a normal phenomenon? He ...
Dr. Zhang Wenwang reply Pediatrics
Hello Yuanqi, 1. During the teething period in infants, it is possible to experience the aforementioned symptoms, especially when multiple teeth erupt at once, but this is not absolute. If a child has a prolonged fever, vomiting, diarrhea, or poor appetite, it is advisable to ta...[Read More] Teething in Toddlers: Understanding Symptoms and Concerns
Understanding Infant Tremors and Common Pediatric Concerns
Unexplained tremors My baby was born on August 22, 2005, and currently weighs 5000 grams. 1. Over the past two weeks, my baby has been refusing to sleep at night and cries a lot. After some straining, he passes gas and has bowel movements. Could this be a sign of colic? How can...
Dr. Zhang Wenwang reply Pediatrics
Hello Annie: 1. Infant colic is indeed more likely to occur in the evening, making it difficult to examine and diagnose. It is essential to rule out any organ diseases before making a diagnosis. It is best for newborns to be examined by a pediatric specialist. 2. The startle ...[Read More] Understanding Infant Tremors and Common Pediatric Concerns
Understanding Growth Delays in Children: A Pediatric Perspective
Growth retardation Hello Dr. Chang: My baby is one year and seven months old, with a height of 85 cm and a weight of 10 kg. He/she cannot speak yet, only calls out "dad" and "mom," does not know how to drink water with a straw, and has only six teeth. The firs...
Dr. Zhang Wenwang reply Pediatrics
Hello Mini: 1) Your baby, who is one year and seven months old, has a height and weight that fall within the growth curve distribution, indicating a tall and slim build, which is still within a reasonable range. Although the teeth are coming in a bit slowly, it should not signi...[Read More] Understanding Growth Delays in Children: A Pediatric Perspective
Understanding Learning Difficulties in Children: When to Seek Help
Learning ability My child is in first grade this year, but I have noticed that her memory is poor; she often forgets what she has been taught and has difficulty understanding. I am unsure if this is due to a lack of attention or another issue. However, when I asked her teacher ab...
Dr. Zhang Wenwang reply Pediatrics
Hello, Xiaoni: 1) You can take your child to the Child Psychiatry Department for a comprehensive evaluation by a specialist to determine if medical intervention or medication is needed to improve symptoms. 2) Our Child Psychiatry Department offers this service every Wednesday ...[Read More] Understanding Learning Difficulties in Children: When to Seek Help
Effective Supplements and Drinks for Managing Childhood Asthma
Childhood Asthma Our children (one is two years old and the other is three and a half) have asthma due to genetic factors and often catch colds that require hospitalization. We would like to ask the doctor what dietary supplements or beverages can be used to improve the frequency...
Dr. Zhang Wenwang reply Pediatrics
Hello Cindy: There are many folk remedies circulating that claim to cure asthma, but according to family members who have tried them, they are not entirely effective. Instead of believing that a certain medication or food can improve asthma, it is better to maintain a balanced di...[Read More] Effective Supplements and Drinks for Managing Childhood Asthma
Understanding Diaper Dependency in Children: When to Transition
Diaper issues in children? At what age is it considered normal for a child to be out of diapers? What are the reasons that may cause a child to still rely on diapers? How should this be addressed? Thank you.
Dr. Zhang Wenwang reply Pediatrics
Hello Peter: At what age is it normal for children to stop using diapers? There is actually no standard answer. Some children may not need to use them by the age of one, depending on the family's approach. Of course, some children may develop a dependency on diapers, feeling...[Read More] Understanding Diaper Dependency in Children: When to Transition
Understanding Your Baby's Head Shaking and Skin Reactions
Infants and toddlers shaking their heads back and forth continuously? Hello Dr. Chang: My daughter is currently seven and a half months old, measuring 68 cm in height and weighing 7.5 kg. She is very active and curious. (1) Recently, for the past two weeks, she has been shaking h...
Dr. Zhang Wenwang reply Pediatrics
Hello, Wen: 1) Your daughter's height and weight are around the 50th percentile on the growth chart. As for her shaking her head, it depends on her mental state and expression at that moment. If she appears happy and is laughing or imitating others, there is no need for co...[Read More] Understanding Your Baby's Head Shaking and Skin Reactions