Understanding Body Proportions from Fetus to Newborn to Adult
Proportions of Body Parts in Newborns, Fetuses, and Adults Proportional diagrams of body parts in newborns, fetuses, and adults.
Dr. Pei Rensheng Reply:
Dear Xiao Qing, 1. Proportional diagrams of various body parts during fetal development (as detailed in the attachment). 2. Proportional diagrams of various body parts during infancy and adulthood (as detailed in the attachment). Wishing you health and happiness! Sincerely, ...[Read More] Understanding Body Proportions from Fetus to Newborn to Adult
Understanding Antral Web in Children: Diagnosis, Treatment, and Resources
The physician diagnosed "antral web." My child, around 5 months old, was diagnosed with antral web due to the presence of blood in the stool. After being hospitalized, the diagnosis was confirmed, and I found online that it refers to "a membrane in the gastric antr...
Dr. Pei Rensheng Reply:
Dear Xiao Wu, Hello! 1. You can find a lot of information by searching "antral web" on Google. 2. The literature suggests that surgical intervention is recommended, as medical treatment is ineffective. Wishing you health and happiness! Sincerely, Dr. Pei Renshe...[Read More] Understanding Antral Web in Children: Diagnosis, Treatment, and Resources
Switching Baby Formula: When and How to Transition Safely
Switching formula issues Hello Doctor, my baby is almost 3 months old. I switched to Nestlé hydrolyzed protein formula after he turned one month old. I would like to ask: 1. Is it possible to switch to regular formula when he is 5-6 months old? Will this cause gastrointestinal di...
Dr. Xiao Kaiwen Reply:
Hydrolyzed protein formula simply breaks down larger protein molecules into smaller ones. Larger protein molecules can trigger allergic reactions in infants whose immune systems are not fully developed. However, its nutritional content is similar to that of regular formula, and i...[Read More] Switching Baby Formula: When and How to Transition Safely
Understanding Pediatric Gastrointestinal Issues: Vomiting and Dietary Challenges
Gastrointestinal dyspepsia The little girl is currently 2 years and 6 months old, approximately 85 cm tall and weighs 12 kg. She frequently experiences vomiting and has been unable to tolerate meat and fish. Sometimes, about an hour after eating, she feels nauseous and vomits the...
Dr. Xiao Kaiwen Reply:
Nausea and vomiting are not solely indicative of gastrointestinal issues; other less common causes such as increased intracranial pressure, central nervous system problems, metabolic disorders, and cyclic vomiting syndrome can also be responsible. It is advisable to consult a ped...[Read More] Understanding Pediatric Gastrointestinal Issues: Vomiting and Dietary Challenges
Understanding Enterovirus Immunity and Infection in Children: Key Insights
Regarding immunity..? Hello Dr. Pei, I would like to ask you a few questions: (1) If a person recovers from an enterovirus infection, do they gain immunity against this virus and will they not be reinfected? (2) If an adult carries enterovirus pathogens, how long will these patho...
Dr. Pei Rensheng Reply:
Dear Xiao Fen, 1. If a person becomes infected with enterovirus and recovers, they will have immunity to that specific strain of enterovirus and will not be reinfected. However, there are over sixty types of enteroviruses, so it is still possible to contract other strains. 2. E...[Read More] Understanding Enterovirus Immunity and Infection in Children: Key Insights
Is It Safe for Elementary Students to Swim in Warm Water Pools?
Enterovirus Is it suitable for elementary school students to swim in a warm water pool now? Thank you.
Dr. Xiao Kaiwen Reply:
Swimming pools can indeed be a potential route for transmission; however, the chlorine added to the pool water has an inhibitory effect on enteroviruses. As long as it is not during a peak outbreak of enteroviruses, parents need not be overly concerned and can still allow their c...[Read More] Is It Safe for Elementary Students to Swim in Warm Water Pools?
Understanding Black Spots on Fingers and Delayed Tooth Growth in Toddlers
Teething & black spots on the hands Hello, Doctor: My daughter is currently one year and one month old. I would like to ask you about the two black spots that appear on the tip of her left middle finger. The spots are not very large, about the size of half a grain of rice. So...
Dr. He Shenglong Reply:
Hello: The two spots that appear on the tip of your little daughter's left middle finger, which sometimes disappear and sometimes reappear, are likely not caused by any typical disease. The appearance and disappearance of bruising could be one possible reason. If there are a...[Read More] Understanding Black Spots on Fingers and Delayed Tooth Growth in Toddlers
Probiotics for Infants: Addressing Constipation and Formula Concerns
Lactic acid bacteria Hello, doctor. My child is 2 months old and has a bowel movement every two days. I would like to help him have daily bowel movements. Is it okay to supplement with probiotics? He is currently drinking a mixture of Nestlé hydrolyzed protein formula and Meiji f...
Dr. Xiao Kaiwen Reply:
Having a bowel movement every two days is considered normal, as long as the stool is not hard. There is no need to supplement with lactobacillus for this reason (especially since newborns already have a sufficient amount of beneficial bacteria in their intestines, and additional ...[Read More] Probiotics for Infants: Addressing Constipation and Formula Concerns
Managing Allergies and Attention Issues in Pediatric Patients
Difficulty concentrating, allergic constitution? Hello Dr. Hong, I have a young child at home who has had an allergic constitution since birth. Every time we have a blood test, the total concentration of Immunoglobulin E (IgE) is greater than 2000 KU/I. For the past two years, t...
Dr. Hong Shuokun Reply:
Hello Ah-Hui: Indeed, his allergy index for Immunoglobulin E is very high. Generally, desensitization therapy is suitable for allergic patients for whom medications are not very effective. Therefore, while undergoing desensitization therapy, it is also important to use medication...[Read More] Managing Allergies and Attention Issues in Pediatric Patients
Understanding Absence Seizures in Infants: What Parents Need to Know
Pediatric Absence Seizures My son is currently two and a half months old and is cared for by a nanny during the day, while we take him home at night. Last week, the nanny nervously mentioned that she observed my son staring blankly for about a minute, with his eyes fixed straight...
Dr. Xiao Kaiwen Reply:
Generalized absence seizures are more commonly seen in children or adolescents, and this type of epilepsy is rare in infants (infantile spasms often present with body stiffness or nodding-like movements). It is recommended to continue observation; if they occur frequently, a cons...[Read More] Understanding Absence Seizures in Infants: What Parents Need to Know
Is Excessive Drooling in Toddlers Normal? When to Seek Medical Advice
Drooling issues in infants? Hello, I apologize for asking, but my child is already over two years old and still drooling continuously. Is this normal? Should we get it checked?
Dr. Xiao Kaiwen Reply:
Most children develop the coordination needed for swallowing completely by the age of two, which is why most toddlers stop drooling after this age. However, this is just an average age, and in our clinic, we occasionally encounter children over two who still drool. As long as the...[Read More] Is Excessive Drooling in Toddlers Normal? When to Seek Medical Advice
Understanding Characteristics of Down Syndrome in Infants
Characteristics of Down Syndrome? Hello, doctor. I have a baby girl who is about 4 months old. A few days ago, during a visit to the pediatric clinic, the doctor noted that my baby often sticks out her tongue slightly (she has not yet developed teeth) and that when viewed from th...
Dr. Xiao Kaiwen Reply:
Down syndrome presents with various other physical characteristics (such as wide-set eyes, flat nasal bridge, low-set ears, and simian line, among others). Before the chromosome test results are available, experienced clinical personnel may suspect Down syndrome based on appearan...[Read More] Understanding Characteristics of Down Syndrome in Infants
Which Specialist to Consult for ADHD Evaluation in Young Children?
Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) For a child who is currently 3 years and 11 months old and is being evaluated for Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), you should consult a pediatrician or a child psychologist. It is generally recommended to wait until ...
Dr. Xiao Kaiwen Reply:
At the age of 3 years and 11 months, a child should be able to accept guidance from adults. If there are still signs of hyperactivity, difficulty concentrating, or impulsivity, it is advisable to seek an evaluation from a professional. Early detection and treatment can lead to be...[Read More] Which Specialist to Consult for ADHD Evaluation in Young Children?
Blood in Stool: What Parents Should Know About Pediatric Concerns
Blood in the stool? Hello Dr. Hsiao, My child is currently 2 years and 4 months old and is in the process of learning to use the toilet. Recently, I have noticed some bright red blood in the stool after bowel movements. It's not a lot, but it is fresh blood. Should I take ...
Dr. Xiao Kaiwen Reply:
Bright red blood in the stool is generally indicative of lower gastrointestinal bleeding (as blood from the upper gastrointestinal tract tends to be darker). In infants and young children, the most common cause is anal fissures, which occur due to the narrowness of the anal sphin...[Read More] Blood in Stool: What Parents Should Know About Pediatric Concerns
Understanding Pediatric Heart Catheterization for Small Ventricular Defects
Cardiac catheterization? My child is currently 7 years old and has a small ventricular septal defect (VSD) measuring approximately 0.5 cm. We have been following up at Kaohsiung Veterans General Hospital. During the recent visit, the doctor mentioned that at this age, the defect ...
Dr. Zhang Yingwen Reply:
For small ventricular septal defects, most patients will spontaneously close before the age of one or two. Those that do close on their own typically do so before the age of four. In contrast, moderate to severe defects are less likely to close spontaneously. A defect measuring 0...[Read More] Understanding Pediatric Heart Catheterization for Small Ventricular Defects
Is Your Baby's Warm Forehead and Eye Movement Normal?
The forehead feels a bit warm? Hello, doctor. My little daughter is almost five months old. Recently, her forehead feels a bit warm, and her ear temperature is around 37 degrees Celsius. Her activity level seems okay, and her milk intake is also fine. Is this normal? Another co...
Dr. He Shenglong Reply:
Hello: A five-month-old child has an ear temperature of 37 degrees Celsius, which is not considered a high temperature or fever. It is important to monitor for any changes in body temperature or other discomforting symptoms. Generally speaking, rectal temperature closely approxim...[Read More] Is Your Baby's Warm Forehead and Eye Movement Normal?
Understanding Snoring in Toddlers: Causes and When to Seek Help
The child has been snoring during sleep recently? Hello Dr. Hsiao: My daughter is currently one year and eight months old. On May 9th, my parents took her to the health center for her fourth dose of the diphtheria, pertussis, and tetanus (DPT) combination vaccine, as well as the ...
Dr. Xiao Kaiwen Reply:
Fever from vaccines typically lasts less than two days, and since your child has had a fever for six days, it is advisable to go to the hospital for a thorough examination (blood tests, urine tests, chest X-ray, etc.) to determine the cause of the infection. Whether the snoring i...[Read More] Understanding Snoring in Toddlers: Causes and When to Seek Help
Understanding Pediatric Health Insurance Coverage for Sinus Treatments
The reimbursement standards for Xinliu Health Insurance? Hello doctor, could you please tell me the criteria for prescribing Xinfliu at your hospital under the National Health Insurance? My baby has nasal allergies and coughs when the weather is cool in the morning and evening, b...
Dr. Pei Rensheng Reply:
Dear Penguin Mom, Hello: 1. Singulair (Montelukast) is primarily used for the prevention and long-term treatment of asthma in adults and children, including the prevention of daytime and nighttime asthma symptoms, as well as the prevention of exercise-induced bronchoconstrictio...[Read More] Understanding Pediatric Health Insurance Coverage for Sinus Treatments
Understanding Early Tooth Development and Chickenpox Vaccine Options for Infants
Teeth Hello Dr. Pei: I would like to ask you a few questions... (1) My niece was born less than a week ago, and it was discovered that she has a tooth already erupted in her lower jaw. Should this tooth be extracted? Why did this tooth erupt? Will it lead to early cavities? (2) W...
Dr. Pei Rensheng Reply:
Dear Xiao Fen, Hello! 1. A small number of infants are born with white teeth in their mouths (especially on the lower jaw) within days of birth. These are known as natal teeth or neonatal teeth, commonly referred to as "natal teeth." Most of these are premature decid...[Read More] Understanding Early Tooth Development and Chickenpox Vaccine Options for Infants
Understanding Red Rash Around Mouth and Body in Infants
Small red rashes around the mouth and on the body? Hello, doctor: My baby is now almost six months old. Besides the usual smooth small red rashes around the mouth, I noticed today during a diaper change that there are also some smooth small red rashes on the abdomen near the ches...
Dr. Xiao Kaiwen Reply:
Rashes around a baby's mouth are mostly caused by saliva irritation, commonly referred to as saliva rash. Generally, it is important to maintain oral and surrounding hygiene (wiping away excess saliva promptly). If the rash is severe, a topical ointment may be applied. Infan...[Read More] Understanding Red Rash Around Mouth and Body in Infants