Can Children with Favism Use Topical Ointments Like Tiger Balm?
Favism Can children with favism use ointments like Tiger Balm, Green Oil, or topical medications such as Mentholatum? Thank you!
Dr. Gu Qingxian Reply:
G6PD deficiency, also known as favism, is a condition characterized by a deficiency of glucose-6-phosphate dehydrogenase on the red blood cell membrane, making red blood cells susceptible to oxidative stress and leading to hemolysis. Jaundice can occur due to exposure to substanc...[Read More] Can Children with Favism Use Topical Ointments Like Tiger Balm?
Understanding Growth Delays in Children: When to Seek Endocrine Care
Growth retardation My son was born weighing only 2700 grams and has G6PD deficiency. He experienced projectile vomiting while drinking milk as a baby. He was weaned at six months, and it has been a struggle to raise him since then. He doesn't like drinking milk, but I often ...
Dr. Zhao Yongkang Reply:
Dear Madam, Regarding your letter, I still recommend that your child see a pediatric endocrinologist. Our hospital has a special pediatric endocrinology clinic with Dr. Niu Dao, which takes place on the second Thursday of every month in the afternoon. You can bring your child f...[Read More] Understanding Growth Delays in Children: When to Seek Endocrine Care
Understanding Newborn Screening for Congenital Adrenal Hyperplasia
Newborn screening Hello Doctor: During my son's newborn screening, the initial test indicated a high level for "congenital adrenal hyperplasia." We were notified to return to the hospital for a repeat blood test, and the results from National Taiwan University were...
Dr. Liang Hongjian Reply:
Hello, Miss Xiao Guan. Thank you for your letter. Regarding the questions you raised, we would like to provide you with the following answers: Currently, our neonatal screening program includes five conditions: congenital hypothyroidism, galactosemia, phenylketonuria, homocystinu...[Read More] Understanding Newborn Screening for Congenital Adrenal Hyperplasia
Essential Newborn Screening Tests for Taiwanese Infants Abroad
Infant vaccines Dear Doctor, since I am currently in Thailand for childbirth, I would like to ask if there are any specific newborn screening tests that should be particularly noted due to my Taiwanese heritage, such as G6PD deficiency (favism). I am Hakka, and my husband is Dutc...
Dr. Zhao Yongkang Reply:
Hello Kelly Fish: The English names of the newborn screening items are as follows: 1. Congenital hypothyroidism 2. Galactosemia 3. Phenylketonuria (PKU) 4. Cystinuria 5. Glucose-6-phosphate dehydrogenase (G-6-PD) deficiency Thank you for your letter! Wishing you well, Dr. Chao Yo...[Read More] Essential Newborn Screening Tests for Taiwanese Infants Abroad
Managing Medication Allergies in Children with Favism: A Parent's Guide
To Pediatrician Dr. Hong Hello Dr. Hong, My 10-year-old son has G6PD deficiency and has a history of medication allergies. He frequently suffers from upper respiratory infections, and local clinics have run out of medications suitable for him. The doctor recommended that we seek...
Dr. Hong Shaohui Reply:
In the short term, aside from antipyretics, there are other methods to help reduce fever, such as increasing fluid intake and taking lukewarm sponge baths. In the long term, drug allergies are primarily a matter of individual constitution; however, if the allergic reactions are q...[Read More] Managing Medication Allergies in Children with Favism: A Parent's Guide