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Managing Allergies in Infants: Key Dietary Guidelines and Health Concerns

Allergy Hello: My child is currently over 7 months old and has a history of allergies. I would like to ask: 1. Should egg yolks and meats be introduced only after 10 months to reduce the risk of allergies? 2. What is the appropriate amount of egg yolk to give? Which types of meat...

Dr. Xiao Kaiwen Reply:
1. Egg whites should be introduced around one year of age, while most meats are considered low-allergen complementary foods. 2. When starting to try new complementary foods, the principle is to begin with small amounts and gradually increase, starting with purees, then moving to ...

Persistent Eye Itching in Children: Causes and Treatment Options

Itchy eyes persistently? Hello, my child experiences itchy eyes every night when going to sleep and needs to use eye drops frequently. They rub their eyes until they become red and it looks quite alarming. In severe cases, the under-eye area swells up, resembling dark circles fro...

Dr. Hong Shuokun Reply:
Dear Mother, Your child's symptoms are indicative of allergies. The persistent itching and rubbing of the eyes suggest allergic conjunctivitis. Eye drops can help alleviate these symptoms, but the presence of dark circles and nose rubbing are typical features of allergic rh...

Understanding Craniosynostosis: A Rare Pediatric Condition Explained

Cranium Craniosynostosis is it a rare disease? Thank you so much!

Dr. Xiao Kaiwen Reply:
The infant's skull has fused too early, and it is necessary to check for any associated abnormalities (such as Crouzon syndrome, which may include maxillary deformities, exophthalmos, etc.). It is important to determine if the case meets the criteria for rare disease diagnos...

Can Cordyceps Benefit Toddlers? Vaccine Differences Explained

Cordyceps sinensis Hello, Dr. Pei: I would like to ask you two questions... (1) My child is currently one and a half years old. Is it safe to give him Cordyceps (in powder form) to improve his constitution and enhance his immunity? (2) What are the differences in the components b...

Dr. Pei Rensheng Reply:
Dear Xiaofen, Hello! (1) According to the literature on Traditional Chinese Medicine, the effects of Cordyceps sinensis are as follows: 1. It has the ability to regulate immune system function, and long-term use helps to nourish a weak constitution, restoring vitality and ene...

Vaccination Concerns for Newborns with Group B Strep Exposure

Vaccination in the Infant Room Hello, I would like to ask about my mother who tested positive for Group B Streptococcus (GBS). She received antibiotic treatment during natural delivery, but the baby was born just three hours later and is in good health. However, the pediatrician ...

Dr. Xiao Kaiwen Reply:
Maternal colonization with Group B Streptococcus (GBS) poses a significant threat to newborns. However, if the mother receives "confirmed administration," "effective," "correct dosage," and "proper timing" of antibiotics before delivery, th...

Impact of Antibiotic Overdose on Young Children: Key Concerns and Risks

Can accidentally consuming an excessive amount of antibiotics affect a child? Hello, doctor: My child (1 year and 9 months old) had a fever and went to the hospital for a consultation. The doctor prescribed medication, including two bottles that seem to be antibiotics (name: Amox...

Dr. Xiao Kaiwen Reply:
1. Diarrhea, rashes, and decreased body temperature may be caused by excessive antibiotic use, but they could also be manifestations of the underlying disease, making it difficult to determine the correlation between the two. 2. Most medications are metabolized by the liver and ...

Is My Newborn's Head Size Normal? Understanding Macrocephaly Concerns

Is it normal for a newborn's head to be too large? My daughter was born on April 9th of this year, with a head circumference of 33 cm. Today, on May 14th, her head circumference has increased to 39 cm. Is this normal? Could this indicate macrocephaly or hydrocephalus? Are th...

Dr. Pei Rensheng Reply:
Dear Mr. Hsu, Hello, a head circumference of 33 cm at birth is considered average. A head circumference of 39 cm at one month old (assuming minimal error) is at the 97th percentile, which is the upper limit of the normal range. Please follow up at a pediatric neurology clinic, a...

Vaccination Fever in Infants: What Parents Need to Know

Fever after vaccination Can my baby, who is one and a half months old, receive the hexavalent vaccine? He developed a fever after the vaccination, and I wonder if it was too early for him to get vaccinated. What should I do if he has a fever after the vaccine? Is a temperature of...

Dr. Xiao Kaiwen Reply:
It is not too early for a one-and-a-half-month-old infant to receive the first dose of the hexavalent vaccine. Although the hexavalent vaccine has a significantly lower chance of causing fever compared to older vaccines, approximately one in fifty to sixty recipients may still ex...

Should My Child with Developmental Delays Receive Growth Hormone Treatment?

Should children with developmental delays receive growth hormone therapy? Hello, doctor. My sister is now 8 years old, but her brain development is only around that of a 5-year-old. She is unable to use her fingers to grasp objects like children her age, and her stature is also c...

Dr. Xiao Kaiwen Reply:
Developmental delays should be evaluated by a pediatric neurologist to identify underlying causes early, allowing for timely intervention or rehabilitation. As for growth hormone, its effects are significant only in individuals with growth hormone deficiency; if short stature is ...

Is It Safe to Transition Your One-Year-Old from Formula to Cow's Milk?

Is it good to wean a child off formula milk at one year old? Hello Doctor: I would like to ask about my child who is currently one year and one month old. Can I wean her off the formula milk she is currently drinking? She does not show any signs of milk aversion and eats normally...

Dr. Xie Degui Reply:
Hello: Children over one year old can eat the same foods as adults, as long as they are finely chopped or ground. Therefore, drinking fresh milk is acceptable. However, larger formulas contain additional nutrients and trace elements. If a child has picky eating habits, using a la...

Understanding Speech Delays in Toddlers: When to Seek Help

The child is not speaking? Is a 2-year-and-1-month-old child who can recognize and call "dad" and "mom," and is taught to say words like "sister," "dog," and "goodbye," but only speaks when happy, considered to have language delay...

Dr. Xiao Kaiwen Reply:
By the age of 2, a child should be able to say around 10 meaningful words and combine them in phrases (such as "mommy," "hug," "daddy," "dog," "grandma," etc.). They should also be able to meaningfully identify one or two body par...

Concerns About Growth in Adolescents: When to Seek Medical Advice

Child Growth Hello, doctor. My child is already in the first year of junior high school, but their height is only 144 cm and weight is 31 kg. They also have a poor appetite and say they feel full after eating just a little. Should I take my child for an examination, or is there a...

Dr. Xiao Kaiwen Reply:
At the age of 13, with a height of 144 cm, the height percentile is at 5% (ranking in the bottom 5 out of 100 individuals), which meets the definition of short stature (height percentile below 5% or not growing more than 5 cm in a year). It is recommended to visit a pediatric gro...

Understanding Ear Shape Differences in Infants: When to Seek Help

Ear problems Hello, Dr. Hsiao. I would like to ask you about my baby's ear issue. My baby is just 45 days old, and I recently noticed that one of his ears appears "larger than the other." He tends to sleep on his side, and I'm wondering if this could be due to...

Dr. Xiao Kaiwen Reply:
If lying on the side causes a "temporary" reduction in size, but it is "consistent" and "significantly" different, one should be cautious of microtia. Early detection (hearing screening) and treatment are necessary to prevent impacts on future hearin...

Understanding Abdominal Pain and Digestive Issues in Children

Gastrointestinal discomfort? A 7-year-old child has recently been frequently complaining of stomach pain, experiencing bloating in the upper abdomen. The stool color varies, sometimes appearing black, and there are instances of both loose and hard stools.

Dr. Xie Degui Reply:
Hello: Black stools may indicate constipation or upper gastrointestinal bleeding. Constipation typically results in hard stools, while gastrointestinal bleeding may lead to softer stools. However, a proper examination is necessary to confirm the cause. It is recommended to visit ...

Essential Vaccines for 3-Year-Olds: What Parents Need to Know

excuse me? Hello, Doctor: I would like to ask what additional vaccines, aside from the mandatory 5-in-1 vaccine, should a child over 3 years old receive that are not covered by insurance? 1. What additional vaccines should a child over 3 years old receive that are not covered...

Dr. Xiao Kaiwen Reply:
1. Children who are at least 3 years old can receive a pneumococcal vaccine and two doses of the hepatitis A vaccine at their own expense. 2. The pediatrician's stance is that as long as there are vaccines available and the family can afford it, vaccination is recommended ...

Is Dark Green Stool Normal for My 2-Month-Old Premature Baby?

Infant stool Hello Doctor: My baby is just over two months old, and recently the stool color has appeared dark green. Is this normal? The baby was born 40 days early and is a premature infant. Please advise, thank you!

Dr. Zhang Yingwen Reply:
The dark green color of the stool is often due to the iron content in formula milk. If there are no traces of blood, abdominal pain, vomiting, or excessive crying, it is generally not a cause for concern. If you still have questions, feel free to consult in the clinic, and we wis...

Understanding Allergies in Pediatrics: Common Questions Answered

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Dr. Pei Rensheng Reply:
Dear KK, 1. Dust mites are tiny arachnids with eight legs that are not visible to the naked eye. They feed on the skin flakes and hair shed by humans or animals (cats, dogs). Humans are primarily allergic to the bodies and feces of dust mites. The main habitats of dust mites inc...

Differences Between Kawasaki Disease and Roseola in Young Children

excuse me? What is the difference between Kawasaki disease and roseola? A 1.8-year-old girl started having a fever of 40 degrees Celsius on the night of April 19. She was diagnosed with a general fever and was admitted to the hospital on the night of April 20 due to persistent fe...

Dr. Xie Degui Reply:
Kawasaki disease, in addition to skin rashes, lymphadenopathy, conjunctivitis or oral inflammation, and peripheral extremity redness or desquamation, is primarily diagnosed based on a fever lasting for five days. Sometimes the clinical symptoms can be quite similar, but a diagnos...

Is It Normal for Toddlers to Vomit After Eating Too Fast or Too Much?

Is it normal for children to vomit if they eat too quickly or too much? Hello, Dr. Hsieh: My nearly three-year-old child occasionally vomits shortly after eating. Although it's not as frequent as when he was a baby, it happens about 1 to 2 times a week. I suspect it might be...

Dr. Xie Degui Reply:
Children at this age are very active, and if they run around right after eating, they are more likely to vomit. Additionally, if they do not chew their food thoroughly and overeat, they are also prone to vomiting. However, due to changes in their weight and height growth curves, ...

Understanding Risks and Treatment Options for Sebaceous Nevus in Children

What are the risks associated with sebaceous gland nevus surgery? Hello Dr. Hsiao, I would like to ask about my daughter, who has a coin-sized area on her scalp where hair has not grown since birth. Is this definitely a "sebaceous gland nevus"? I just came across this ...

Dr. Xiao Kaiwen Reply:
Sebaceous gland nevi may have a chance of developing secondary malignant or benign tumors, with the occurrence of secondary changes typically happening after puberty. There are two treatment methods: one is laser therapy, and the other is surgical excision. Laser treatment can fl...

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