Understanding Your Child's Health Issues: A Parent's Guide
My child has a problem? Hello, my daughter is one year and eight months old. She started having a fever on October 20, after which she developed otitis media. Although the bleeding from her ear has decreased after taking medication, recently she has been experiencing vomiting at ...
Dr. Zhang Wenwang Reply:
Hello Meijun: It is recommended to have a pediatric subspecialist further evaluate, such as a pediatric neurologist or a pediatric gastroenterologist. Wishing for a speedy recovery, Zhang Wenwang.[Read More] Understanding Your Child's Health Issues: A Parent's Guide
Blood After Bowel Movements in Infants: Causes and Solutions
Blood after bowel movements? Dear Doctor, Hello! My baby is now over eight months old and has had a tendency towards constipation since he was three months old. We have tried numerous formulas, and eventually, switching to New Anqi Er's Anbu infant formula improved his cond...
Dr. Zhang Yingwen Reply:
Hello: Constipation in babies can lead to anal fissures and bleeding, causing significant pain. It is important to supplement with fiber-rich vegetables or fruits, and hydration is also crucial. You may try black date juice. If there are still difficulties with bowel movements, i...[Read More] Blood After Bowel Movements in Infants: Causes and Solutions
Understanding Your Child's Habitual Vomiting: When to Seek Help
My child has habitual vomiting? Hello Dr. Chang! My child is almost 3 years old, and she has had a habit of vomiting since she was little. Whenever she feels like vomiting, she will throw up everything in her stomach. Sometimes, even three hours after eating, some food remains un...
Dr. Zhang Yingwen Reply:
Hello: Vomiting can be caused not only by gastrointestinal issues and psychological factors but also by problems in the brain. It is advisable to seek evaluation from a physician.[Read More] Understanding Your Child's Habitual Vomiting: When to Seek Help
Guidance for Parents: Addressing Pediatric Weight Concerns
Weight is significantly behind? Hello, Dr. Chang. My baby boy was born at 37 weeks with a weight of only 1885 grams. When I asked the doctor why he was so underweight, the doctor said it was due to a tight and tangled umbilical cord, which resulted in him not receiving adequate n...
Dr. Zhang Yingwen Reply:
The baby is one year and six months old and weighs only eight kilograms, which is indeed underweight and indicates poor growth. It is necessary to consult specialists in four areas for evaluation: pediatric neurology, pediatric endocrinology, pediatric gastroenterology, and pedia...[Read More] Guidance for Parents: Addressing Pediatric Weight Concerns
Understanding Blood-Streaked Stool in Infants: Causes and Concerns
There are streaks of blood in the stool? 1. My daughter is almost 1 year old and frequently experiences one soft stool followed by one acidic stool. Should this be considered chronic diarrhea? 2. A few days ago, when my daughter switched formulas, she experienced severe diarrhea...
Dr. Lin Huizhen Reply:
Dear Amie, Dr. Lin Huizhen, Chief of Pediatrics at Tainan Hospital, Department of Health, Executive Yuan, respectfully responds: 1. Children with chronic diarrhea typically experience frequent watery stools leading to weight loss. Based on your child's situation, it does n...[Read More] Understanding Blood-Streaked Stool in Infants: Causes and Concerns
Essential Pediatric Care: Addressing Common Injuries and Concerns
I am injured..? Hello Dr. Lin, I would like to ask you a few questions: 1. My daughter is currently over nine months old. A few days ago, while playing with her toys, she accidentally scratched her cheek with a sharp edge of a toy. A red scratch appeared immediately on her chee...
Dr. Lin Huizhen Reply:
Dear Xiaofen, This is Dr. Lin Huizhen, the Director of the Pediatrics Department at Tainan Hospital, Ministry of Health and Welfare. 1. Yes, it is possible. 2. Generally, there will be no significant fever or cough afterward, and there will be no sequelae. 3. Typically, if chil...[Read More] Essential Pediatric Care: Addressing Common Injuries and Concerns
Is Goat Milk Safe for Toddlers? Pediatrician's Insights on Health Risks
Drinking goat milk? Hello, doctor; my child is currently one year and ten months old. Is it okay for him to drink a bottle of "Chianan goat milk" in the morning? I have heard that drinking goat milk at such a young age may cause "narrowing of the airways," and...
Dr. Lin Huizhen Reply:
Dear Sindy, In traditional Chinese medicine, the effects attributed to goat milk are recognized; however, there is no specific evidence in Western medicine to support these claims. We believe that the nutritional components of cow's milk are comparable to, if not superior t...[Read More] Is Goat Milk Safe for Toddlers? Pediatrician's Insights on Health Risks
Is It a Cold or Gastroenteritis? Understanding Your Child's Symptoms
Is it a cold or gastroenteritis? Hello: The child is 5 years old and has been experiencing frequent vomiting for the past two days, with one normal bowel movement. Occasionally, there are complaints of abdominal pain, but there is no fever, and the child’s activity level is accep...
Dr. Zhang Peixin Reply:
Hello: Acute gastroenteritis primarily presents with vomiting and diarrhea, but it can also be accompanied by mild respiratory symptoms. Conversely, a cold, such as pharyngitis, may also present with vomiting and abdominal pain. It is uncertain which condition your child is exper...[Read More] Is It a Cold or Gastroenteritis? Understanding Your Child's Symptoms
What to Do If Your Child Accidentally Eats Undercooked Chicken?
What should you do if a child accidentally eats undercooked meat? My child is 4 years old. On the evening of July 31, I bought chicken nuggets from a fast-food restaurant for him, and I discovered that the meat inside those nuggets was completely undercooked, showing raw meat and...
Dr. Lin Huizhen Reply:
Dear Dr. Lin Huizhen of the Pediatric Department at Tainan Hospital, Department of Health, Executive Yuan: In general, the likelihood of chicken in Taiwan being contaminated with parasites is very low, and parasitic infections are rare. However, undercooked chicken may harbor ce...[Read More] What to Do If Your Child Accidentally Eats Undercooked Chicken?
Understanding Vomiting in Sick Children: Is It a Sign of Stomach Issues?
Nausea is common when sick? The child is three years old and always vomits whenever they get sick. Is there a possibility of gastrointestinal issues? An ultrasound was previously performed, and the doctor mentioned that the stomach has folds, indicating that it has been a long ti...
Dr. Zhang Yingwen Reply:
1. Vomiting during illness may be associated with certain viral infections that can lead to gastrointestinal discomfort or acute gastritis; it can also occur due to increased abdominal pressure from severe coughing, which may cause undigested stomach contents to be expelled, not ...[Read More] Understanding Vomiting in Sick Children: Is It a Sign of Stomach Issues?
Understanding Persistent Fever in Toddlers: Causes and Concerns
Fever in children? Hello, doctor! My child is currently 14 months old. She started having diarrhea on June 18 (seven times a day). We saw a doctor that day, who diagnosed her with gastroenteritis. That night, she developed a high fever of 39 degrees Celsius. On June 19, we switch...
Dr. Lin Huizhen Reply:
Dear Iris Yu, Dr. Lin Huizhen, Chief of Pediatrics at Tainan Hospital, Department of Health, Executive Yuan, would like to respond to you: There are numerous reasons for a child's fever, including gastroenteritis, pharyngitis, or infections in other areas. To determine the ...[Read More] Understanding Persistent Fever in Toddlers: Causes and Concerns
Understanding Your Child's Black Stool: When to Worry
Stool color Hello Doctor: My daughter, who is almost 2 years old, had a fever for a week and was hospitalized for 4 days. During this time, her stools have been consistently dark and formed, about 3 times a day. This has been ongoing until now. Am I being overly concerned, or cou...
Dr. Zhang Peixin Reply:
Hello: If there is black stool, please visit the pediatric gastroenterology clinic to check for occult blood in the stool. If gastrointestinal bleeding is ruled out, it will be more reassuring. This message is from Dr. Pei Ren-Sheng, Pediatrics.[Read More] Understanding Your Child's Black Stool: When to Worry
Understanding Lactoferrin and Probiotics for Infant Health: Key Insights
Regarding lactoferrin? Dear Dr. Lin, Thank you for answering my questions last time. I have a few more questions to ask you now... 1. My baby is currently over seven months old. Regarding the issue of my baby rejecting milk, you suggested that I feed her during the night while ...
Dr. Lin Huizhen Reply:
Dear Dr. Lin Huizhen, Chief of Pediatrics at Tainan Hospital, Department of Health: 1. Generally, after 3-4 months of age, infants' gastrointestinal emptying function improves, and they typically do not need to be burped after feeding. The occurrence of spitting up signific...[Read More] Understanding Lactoferrin and Probiotics for Infant Health: Key Insights
Understanding Green Stool in Infants: Causes and When to Worry
Gastrointestinal absorption and bowel movement? My son has just turned three months old and weighs about seven kilograms. He has a bowel movement once a day, and the stool is greenish in color, mushy, and sometimes has a sour smell. Some pharmacies say that the green stool is due...
Dr. Zhang Yingwen Reply:
1. A weight gain of 7 kilograms in 3 months is excellent. 2. Green stools can indeed be due to the iron content in formula or the action of bile and intestinal enzymes, so there is no need to worry. 3. The sour smell of the stools may be due to malabsorption of carbohydrates....[Read More] Understanding Green Stool in Infants: Causes and When to Worry
Mucus in Baby's Stool: What Parents Need to Know About Digestive Health
Mucus in stool? Dear Doctor: My daughter is almost two months old and is exclusively breastfed. She eats 5-6 times a day, about 100cc each time. After her first month, she had a bowel movement only once in about ten days. We used a rectal thermometer with petroleum jelly to help ...
Dr. Zhang Peixin Reply:
Hello: 1. If the characteristics of the stool are different from usual and the frequency has increased, it may indicate diarrhea, which could be related to a cold or occasionally to medication. Please consult a physician nearby based on the situation. 2. White particles in the st...[Read More] Mucus in Baby's Stool: What Parents Need to Know About Digestive Health
Understanding Bowel Movements in One-Month-Old Babies: What Parents Should Know
Bowel movements in a one-month-old baby? Dear Doctor, my daughter is just over a month old. At four weeks, she had a bowel movement every 2-3 days, but now at over five weeks, she hasn't had a bowel movement for five days. However, I often hear her passing gas, just not havi...
Dr. Cai Zhengxian Reply:
Dear Concerned Mom: For a one-month-old baby, the focus of bowel movements should be on the shape and color rather than the frequency. It is commendable that your baby is exclusively breastfeeding, as breast milk is low in residue. Some babies may have several bowel movements a...[Read More] Understanding Bowel Movements in One-Month-Old Babies: What Parents Should Know
Common Concerns for Parents of 3-Month-Old Babies: Expert Answers
Could you please provide the specific questions you have about the baby? Hello, doctor. I would like to ask... My baby is already 3 months old! However, my baby prefers to be held upright, and every time I hold him/her lying down, he/she cries loudly. Will holding him/her upright...
Dr. Cai Zhengxian Reply:
Dr. Tsai Cheng-Hsien, attending physician of the Neonatology Department at Tainan Hospital, responds: Dear attentive mother, you are a very caring and observant parent! Your observations are quite detailed, and most of them are not concerning. However, we strongly advise against ...[Read More] Common Concerns for Parents of 3-Month-Old Babies: Expert Answers
Should You Switch Baby Formula? Expert Advice on Nutrition and Digestive Health
Regarding whether to switch formula? Doctor: 1. I am asking because I cannot find the answers to my questions, and I appreciate your understanding. My daughter, Xiao Zhen, is nearly 3 months old and is currently using Meiji formula. We have compared different formulas and found t...
Dr. Cai Zhengxian Reply:
Dear Mr. Chen, I apologize for the wait. All brands of infant formula use the composition of breast milk as the gold standard. With advancements in science, the components of breast milk have become better understood, leading to the addition of various trace elements to closely ...[Read More] Should You Switch Baby Formula? Expert Advice on Nutrition and Digestive Health
Understanding Baby's Digestive Issues: From Colic to Possible Congenital Conditions
What is happening with the baby? The baby is now almost five months old and has been suffering from chronic abdominal bloating and pain since birth. We have taken her to many clinics for consultations. The previous doctor diagnosed her with "colic" and recommended switc...
Dr. Zhang Peixin Reply:
Hello: It seems that your mother's condition is quite complex. Please consult a pediatric gastroenterologist nearby, but first, please pay attention to the following: 1. Congenital heart defect; please monitor for any signs of heart failure. 2. Total daily stool output. 3. W...[Read More] Understanding Baby's Digestive Issues: From Colic to Possible Congenital Conditions
Is My Baby's Milk Intake Normal? Concerns About Feeding and Digestion
Issues with milk supply? My baby was born on December 16 and is now over 3 months old. At birth, he weighed only 2400 grams, and now he is 6 kilograms. He drinks about 150 cc at a time, every 4-5 hours, and does not have night feedings. He goes to sleep around 11 PM and wakes up ...
Dr. Lin Wenxian Reply:
Dear Ms. Hsiao-Ling, Greetings from Dr. Lin Wen-Hsien, Chief of Pediatrics at Tainan Hospital, Department of Health, Executive Yuan. Based on the situation described in your letter, your baby's growth is progressing well, and the milk intake is adequate. The frequency, sh...[Read More] Is My Baby's Milk Intake Normal? Concerns About Feeding and Digestion