Ear, Pediatrics FAQ

Understanding Ear Infections in Children: Symptoms and Treatments

Common cold complicated by otitis media? Hello, doctor. My 10-year-old child, who is in the fifth grade, initially had yellow phlegm and has been coughing for three weeks with yellow sputum. I thought he would recover on his own, but his cough has worsened over the past two days,...

Dr. Xiao Kaiwen Reply:
Berotec is a bronchodilator, and the most common side effect is tremors in the hands and feet; however, these symptoms will resolve after discontinuation of the medication. Whether there is a need to continue using it should be discussed with your physician. Augmentin is an antib...

Assessing Growth Delays in Infants: Head Circumference and Height Concerns

A 2-month-old baby with head circumference/height below the 3rd percentile of the growth curve? Hello, my baby was delivered via cesarean section at 37 weeks and 1 day due to an abnormal fetal position (during prenatal check-ups, my placenta function was normal, and no abnormalit...

Dr. Lin Yishou Reply:
Dear Parent, regarding your question, a physician's office examination is necessary for a more accurate assessment. It is not possible to make a direct judgment based solely on written descriptions. Thank you for your message.

Is Zinc Deficiency Affecting My Child's Growth and Appetite?

Is it a zinc deficiency? Hello, Doctor: My eldest son is already 3 years old, but his height is only 90 cm and his weight is 13 kg. Is this normal growth and development? He usually has a poor appetite during meals, only eating 2 to 3 bites before refusing to eat more. Additional...

Dr. Lin Yishou Reply:
Dear Parent, Your child's height and weight are indeed on the lower side. Zinc deficiency can lead to poor appetite and hinder growth. It may be advisable to conduct a blood test for confirmation. Thank you for your message.

Understanding Zinc Deficiency: Symptoms and Growth Concerns in Children

Is zinc supplementation necessary? Hello, doctor: What symptoms can occur if someone is deficient in zinc? I saw a report stating that zinc deficiency can affect height growth. My eldest son is already 3 years old and is only 90 cm tall and weighs 13 kg. Is this normal? I am real...

Dr. Lin Yishou Reply:
Dear Parent, Your child's height and weight are indeed on the lower side. Zinc deficiency can lead to decreased appetite and hindered growth. It may be advisable to conduct a blood test for confirmation. Thank you for your message.

Undercooked Chicken: Diarrhea and Weakness in Children

Undercooked chicken can lead to diarrhea and lower limb weakness? Three days ago, I bought a box of raw chicken breast at a supermarket, and when I ate it, I noticed that only a small part was undercooked with some pink meat and blood, but I didn't think much of it and finis...

Dr. Xiao Kaiwen Reply:
The symptoms you described are extremely rare, so don't scare yourself. You are 25 years old and can no longer see a pediatrician; I recommend visiting a gastroenterology department at a hospital.

Can Gastroenteritis Cause Drowsiness in Children? Key Insights

Can gastroenteritis cause drowsiness? My 6-year-old daughter experienced vomiting on July 31 and was taken to the emergency room, where the doctor diagnosed her with gastroenteritis, possibly caused by norovirus. On August 1, she seemed relatively energetic but had a poor appetit...

Dr. Pei Rensheng Reply:
Hello; gastroenteritis can lead to dehydration or electrolyte imbalances; these conditions can result in poor mental status in children. Electrolyte solutions are better than plain water because they contain electrolytes; it is recommended to replace plain water with them. Wishin...

Red Spot in Baby's Mouth: When to Observe and Seek Medical Advice

Suspected wound in the oral cavity? Hello, Doctor. My baby has a red spot on the inner surface of the cheek in the mouth. The baby has a habit of sucking on their fingers, and the red spot looks like a wound that might have been caused by a fingernail while sucking. However, I&#x...

Dr. Xiao Kaiwen Reply:
If it is just a simple wound, it will heal on its own. However, if after two or three days it becomes larger or more lesions appear, I recommend having it checked by a pediatrician.

Addressing Milk Refusal and Color Recognition in Toddlers

Children do not drink fresh milk? Hello, Doctor: 1. My son is currently 2 and a half years old, measuring 92 cm and weighing 14.4 kg. He started drinking formula milk after turning one, and now he only has milk in the morning upon waking and at night before bed. He has a normal ...

Dr. Xiao Kaiwen Reply:
It's fine to switch back to formula milk; it's also okay if he isn't used to drinking fresh milk for the time being. With patience, you can gradually introduce small amounts of fresh milk after some time. After the age of one, he can certainly drink soy milk, but t...

Vaccination Guidance for Infants: Navigating Delays and Combination Shots

Children receiving vaccinations? Hello Dr. Hsiao! I would like to ask you about my daughter, who was born on April 30th this year and is now over 2 months old. She is due for her first dose of the pentavalent vaccine, but since we are currently in Shanghai and there is a shortage...

Dr. Xiao Kaiwen Reply:
There will be no impact. Generally, it is less common to administer them this way. At that time, it is possible to receive the 13-valent pneumococcal vaccine and the oral rotavirus vaccine simultaneously. The only risk of delaying the vaccination is the lack of protection, which ...

Does Dancing Affect Children's Height Growth? Understanding the Impact

Does dancing affect the height of children? Does learning to dance really affect a child's height? Will it hinder their growth? A child starts learning dance in preschool with one hour session once a week, and in the second semester, it increases to two sessions a week, stil...

Dr. Lin Yishou Reply:
Dear Parent, dancing will not affect height. Unless there is excessive exercise leading to poor eating, poor sleep, and weight loss in the child. Regarding height and weight, please provide the child's gender and actual age for an accurate assessment. Thank you for your mess...

Should She Get Rechecked for Heart Concerns and Breathing Issues?

Would you recommend getting re-evaluated for this condition? Hello, doctor: I would like to ask if you would recommend her to get checked again based on the following conditions: 1. Her parents mentioned that she had a hole in her heart when she was a child, but they are unsure a...

Dr. Pei Rensheng Reply:
Hello: Based on your description, this 18-year-old girl seems to have physical abilities that are below her peers. There are many factors that could contribute to this, including body composition, heart function, lung capacity, airway health, brain function, musculoskeletal syste...

Understanding Your Child's Development: Nutrition and Health Concerns

Baby's developmental status Hello, doctor. My eldest son is over 6 years old and has an allergic constitution, but I feel that his immunity is poor as he often catches colds and has fevers. He also has chronic anemia. What should I supplement to improve his condition? Would ...

Dr. Pei Rensheng Reply:
Hello: Da Bao has chronic anemia, with the most common causes being iron deficiency or thalassemia. Mild thalassemia does not require treatment; if it is iron deficiency, increasing the intake of iron-rich foods or supplementing with iron prescribed by a physician can be benefici...

Understanding Fever Without Symptoms in Children: A Pediatric Case Study

Asymptomatic fever? Hello, doctor. Continuing from the last question, my son is almost 8 years old, weighs 19 kg, and is 120 cm tall. He started having a fever on June 17, and on June 18, he had a fever four times, each time above 39°C. We went to the emergency room, but since he...

Dr. Xiao Kaiwen Reply:
Adenovirus infection can also cause diarrhea, which may be confused with salmonella infection. It is not possible to determine the type of infection just by looking at the stool; a stool culture is necessary for identification, and you should discuss this with your physician. Ade...

Understanding Pediatric Anemia: Which Specialists to Consult?

Marine anemia Hello doctor, I previously inquired about how to determine the type of anemia. Which departments should I visit at the hospital? Should I just go to the hematology department and inform the staff that I need tests related to this? I also need to check my vision, blo...

Dr. Xiao Kaiwen Reply:
If you need to check your vision, blood pressure, color perception, hearing, cardiovascular health, chest X-ray, and liver function tests (GOT, GPT), please schedule an appointment with the hospital's health examination department (usually under family medicine). To check fo...

Understanding Fever Without Symptoms in Children: Causes and Concerns

Asymptomatic fever? Hello, Doctor. My child will turn eight years old in July. He is 120 cm tall and weighs 196 kg. On the evening of June 17, my child said he had a stomachache. He has experienced discomfort from constipation before, and after an enema, he felt better. However, ...

Dr. Xiao Kaiwen Reply:
It is common for children to have a fever without obvious external symptoms, as there may be some underlying viral infections. The fever typically resolves as the immune system gradually kicks in. However, sometimes a physical examination by a pediatrician is necessary to identif...

Introducing Solid Foods to Your Baby: When and How to Transition

Baby complementary foods Hello, doctor. My baby is currently six months old and weighs 8.5 kg. He is exclusively formula-fed and has one fixed meal of solid food each day, but the amount is not much, not exceeding 50 ml. After eating the solid food, he drinks about 180 ml of form...

Dr. Xiao Kaiwen Reply:
Complementary foods are generally introduced around six to eight months of age to replace one milk feeding, at ten months to replace two milk feedings, and by one year to replace three milk feedings. There is no specific quantity of complementary foods that must be consumed to re...

Can a 17-Year-Old Still Grow Taller After X-Ray Results?

A 17-year-old wants to grow taller and has already undergone a hand X-ray? Hello doctor, I had an X-ray of my hand at a major hospital last month. The doctor said that my fingers have mostly closed, but there is still a gap in my wrist. The doctor mentioned that it can only grow ...

Dr. Xiao Kaiwen Reply:
At 17 years old, it is indeed more challenging to grow taller, especially since the X-ray growth plates show only a narrow gap. However, it is still important to maintain good habits in exercise, sleep, nutrition, and overall lifestyle; otherwise, it may be difficult to even achi...

Concerns After Drinking Untreated Spring Water: A Pediatric Perspective

Accidentally drank untreated water? Hello, Doctor: My daughter is currently 1 year and 5 months old. Two weeks ago, she accidentally drank 2500cc of unboiled spring water for four consecutive days. I am currently 2 months pregnant, and I also drank the same amount of water during...

Dr. Xiao Kaiwen Reply:
We cannot determine whether the spring water flowing through the entire area is contaminated by heavy metals, pesticides, industrial waste, or wastewater from livestock or poultry farming. Naturally, young children, who have relatively weaker immune systems, are more susceptible ...

Understanding Pediatric Ear Swelling and Pain: When to Seek Medical Attention

Submandibular swelling and pain? Hello, doctor. My child (almost 4 years old) suddenly experienced swelling and pain under the ear in the early morning (with no prior warning, and it feels soft to the touch when gently pressed), causing him to cry. After waking up, I noticed that...

Dr. Xiao Kaiwen Reply:
Swelling and pain near the ear may be due to parotitis slightly anterior to the ear, acute lymphadenitis posterior and inferior to the ear, or the rare condition of mastoiditis. It is advisable to consult a pediatrician for evaluation.

Understanding Growth Concerns: Height, Weight, and Iron Deficiency in Children

Height, weight Hello doctor, my son is 7 years and 10 months old, weighing 19 kg and measuring 119 cm. He has always been on the thinner side and seems smaller, so we measured his bone age. Today, we received the report indicating a bone age of 4 years and 6 months, with normal g...

Dr. Lin Yishou Reply:
Dear parents, a younger bone age indeed indicates a greater growth potential. If iron deficiency is more severe, it can indeed affect height. The child's height is still within the normal range. It is recommended to continue monitoring.

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