Managing Persistent Diarrhea in Infants: A Pediatric Guide
Diarrhea issues? Hello Doctor, my daughter is now five months old. When she was four months old, another doctor suggested that she could start eating simple complementary foods. I mixed one spoon of Nestlé rice cereal with four spoons of formula (150cc of milk) to feed her, but s...
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Hello GENN: If a child has diarrhea for more than two weeks, it can be classified as chronic diarrhea. In addition to ruling out the possibility of bacterial infection, there is generally damage to the intestinal mucosa. Therefore, a lactose-free formula should be used for about ...[Read More] Managing Persistent Diarrhea in Infants: A Pediatric Guide
Understanding Infant Straining: Causes and Solutions for New Parents
Pediatric Hypertonia The infant is not yet a month old, and whenever he is awake, he seems to be straining his whole body. Sometimes, when he is unable to pass gas, he cries loudly, and usually, he can’t sleep for more than five minutes before it starts again. Seeing him in such ...
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Hello, Ms. Hsiung: It may be necessary for the child to be evaluated during a pediatric check-up, as a physical examination by the physician would provide a better assessment for the child.[Read More] Understanding Infant Straining: Causes and Solutions for New Parents
Understanding Coughing and Eye Rubbing in Infants: Causes and Solutions
Pediatric cough and eye rubbing? The child is currently 6 months old and has recently experienced occasional coughing, which is followed by gagging. Most of the time, there is no vomiting, but occasionally, he does expel some contents from his stomach. There are no signs of a col...
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Hello Jackei: Your child may have a tendency towards allergies, so it is important to remove items in the environment that contain pet dander or other allergens. Occasional coughing in children can sometimes occur due to the immaturity of the lower esophageal sphincter, which may...[Read More] Understanding Coughing and Eye Rubbing in Infants: Causes and Solutions
Understanding Enterovirus: Symptoms, Recovery, and Long-Term Effects
Enterovirus Does an enterovirus infection cause a feeling of weakness in the limbs? Will it heal? Are there any long-term sequelae after recovery?
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Hello Ava: There is a subset of enterovirus infections that are not poliovirus-related, which can cause symptoms of hand-foot weakness; however, most patients will recover and will not have any lasting sequelae.[Read More] Understanding Enterovirus: Symptoms, Recovery, and Long-Term Effects
Vaccination Timing: Chickenpox and Hib Vaccine for Toddlers
Regarding baby issues? After receiving the varicella vaccine, it is generally recommended to wait at least 4 weeks before administering the Haemophilus influenzae type b (Hib) vaccine. Regarding your daughter's weight, at 12 kilograms (approximately 26.4 pounds) for a 1 year...
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Hello Mrs. Chiu: 1. The rotavirus vaccine is a live vaccine, while the Haemophilus influenzae type b (Hib) vaccine is an inactivated vaccine. These two vaccines do not interfere with each other, so the latter can be administered at any time after the former. 2. A weight of 12 kil...[Read More] Vaccination Timing: Chickenpox and Hib Vaccine for Toddlers
Understanding Allergic Purpura in Children: Treatment and Management Insights
Pediatric Purpura My daughter is currently three and a half years old and has always been healthy. About two weeks ago, she caught a cold, which has not yet resolved. On the fourth day of her cold, she developed petechiae on her lower extremities. On the tenth and eleventh days, ...
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1. In cases of allergic purpura, if the symptoms have fully resolved and there is no renal involvement, a course of prednisolone is generally sufficient before discontinuation, but regular follow-up is still necessary. 2. There is a chance of recurrence, but it is not high. 3. Th...[Read More] Understanding Allergic Purpura in Children: Treatment and Management Insights
Understanding Your Baby's Green Stool and Skin Concerns: A Pediatric Guide
Neonatal stool Hello Dr. Zhao: 1. My son is currently 4 months old. His stool color was originally yellow, but for the past two months, it has been dark green and has a foul odor. I am unsure of the cause and whether it is serious. Should I take him to the hospital for any spec...
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Hello Ms. Chen: 1. If a child's stool is well-formed but appears green, it is mostly due to the child excreting excess unabsorbed iron, which is generally not a concern. 2. Sometimes, a child's sebaceous glands may become blocked, resulting in small white spots; maintai...[Read More] Understanding Your Baby's Green Stool and Skin Concerns: A Pediatric Guide
Managing Bloating and Digestive Issues in Infants: Expert Advice
Abdominal bloating and indigestion? My child is currently over seven months old, weighing 8.2 kg and measuring 65 cm in height. Since birth, he has experienced abdominal bloating and digestive issues. We have tried several brands of formula, with varying results. He has been drin...
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Dear Miss Wang Yueling: The child's poor digestion and bloating may indicate a case of cow's milk protein allergy, which is why the doctor recommended using Nestlé HA hydrolyzed protein formula. Soy milk is generally not recommended for long-term use.[Read More] Managing Bloating and Digestive Issues in Infants: Expert Advice
Understanding A3 Influenza in Children: Symptoms and Treatment Options
Type A3 Influenza My daughter is one year and eight months old. Previously, she had a cough due to phlegm in her throat, and after seeing the doctor two or three times without improvement, she started to have a runny nose and fever. After consulting a doctor, it was diagnosed as ...
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Influenza is a viral infection that can be classified into three types: A, B, and C, with types A and B being more prevalent. The incubation period is approximately 2-3 days. The main symptoms include fever lasting about 2-4 days, along with cough, runny nose, and pharyngitis. In...[Read More] Understanding A3 Influenza in Children: Symptoms and Treatment Options