A concussion is any injury to the brain that disrupts normal brain function. Concussions are typically caused by a direct or indirect blow or jolt to the head. All concussions are serious, and all athletes with suspected concussions should not return to play until they see a doctor. When do concussions occur? Concussions can [...]
Source: Mayoclinic.org Pink eye (conjunctivitis) is an inflammation or infection of the transparent membrane (conjunctiva) that lines your eyelid and covers the white part of your eyeball. When small blood vessels in the conjunctiva become inflamed, they're more visible. This is what causes the whites of your eyes to appear reddish or pink. Though [...]
Constipation occurs when too much moisture is removed from stool causing it to become hard, large, and difficult to pass through the colon and anus. Three medical factors are at work when a child becomes constipated. The wrong diet can create stool that tends to be less moist The longer stool stays in the [...]
Strategies for Success with an Enuresis Alarm; Bennett, Howard J.; Contemporary Pediatrics Vol. 23, No. 9 September 2006 Bedwetting Store www.bedwettingstore.com 1-800-214-9605 The enuresis (bedwetting) alarm is a highly effective component of treatment to overcome vexing nocturnal enuresis, which affects approximately 5 million children in the United States. An enuresis alarm helps a sleeping child [...]
Allergic reactions can be triggered by foods, medications, insect stings, pollen, or other substances. Although most allergic reactions aren’t serious, severe reactions can be life-threatening and can require immediate medical attention. Avoid substances that are known to trigger an allergic reaction in the child. Keep an oral antihistamine such as cetirizine (Zyrtec) available. If [...]
Article: Coughs Reviewed by: Aaron S. Chidekel, MD Date reviewed: October 2005 Originally reviewed by: Steven Dowshen, MD Coughs are one of the most frequent symptoms of childhood illness, and although they can sound awful at times, they usually are not a symptom of a serious condition. In fact, coughing is a healthy and [...]
Birth to 6 months Clean mouth with gauze after feedings and at bedtime. Regulate feeding habits. 6 to 12 Months First tooth should appear. Wean from breast or bottle by first birthday. 12 to 24 Months Begin to brush teeth after each feeding and at bedtime with small, soft-bristled brush using a rice grain [...]
Why do middle ear infections happen? Ear infections occur in either the outer ear or in the middle ear (anatomically these infections are different). Outer ear infections, “swimmer’s ear”, occur when water stagnates in the outer ear canal. Middle ear infections occur when stagnant fluid in the middle ear becomes infected with bacteria. Fluid [...]
We have a Fever video available on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=D96e6XI7ouY First and foremost, remember that a fever itself is not dangerous. It is simply a sign that your child has an infection. Do not be afraid of the height of a fever. We commonly see children with 104-105 fevers. ALWAYS accurately record temperatures with a [...]
We have a Vomit and Diarrhea video available on YouTube: https://youtu.be/F5Ur4VexXMw Gastroenteritis is an infection that causes vomiting and diarrhea. Many cases are caused by a virus, such as Norovirus. Think of your child as a closed fluid container. What comes out must be gradually replaced or they will eventually become dry. Most of [...]
