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Discussion on the "Label" of ADHD
Asked by N.N. from Minneapolis
on September 23, 2006
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I have been reading several post on this site where the subject of ADHD has been part of a bigger picture. I would just like to open a discussion about the "stigma" o...
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- We have an 8 y/o son that has ADHD and is medicated. There is a world of difference when he has his meds and when he does not. His teacher has a sheet she fills out...
- I wasn't diagnosed until I was an adult. As a result, I formed a low opinion of myself and my abilities as a person. I thought I was just faulty and flawed. Finding...
- N., What a great discussion to bring up. It's so interesting to read about people's different reactions to the diagnosis. It's so frustrating to me that any chi...
Unusual Behavior May Be Linked to Children's Zyrtec Allergy Medicine
Asked by S.C. from Louisville
on September 30, 2008
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My 7yr old son has been taking Children's Zyrtec Allergy medicine for the past 2 weeks. My husband and I have witnessed some major behavior changes in our son. He se...
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- Certainly eliminate and see what happens..It's a definite possibility. Then you'll have that answer. If you need alternatives, try Claritin (I found that it doesn't wo...
- of course, read the side effects pamphlet and talk to the doc, but YES, it could be - especially if his behavioral changes started at the same time. my kids have never...
- I had the same experience with my daughter. Both she and her sister were taking Zyrtec and her sister was fine but she was terrible. Her pediatrician said that some ...
Almost 3 Year Old's SEVERE Dry Skin
Asked by C. from Chicago
on February 13, 2007
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My son's skin has always been real dry, but especially in the past year or so. I'm quickly running out of ideas on how to help it. He's almost 3 years old (will be t...
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- Hi C.... It sounds like it may be a "dry skin condition". Duh! But there is an official name for it, ichthyosis vulgaris. It is a common inherited skin disorder ...
- My daughter gets dry patches around her mouth and we use Kara Vita's Everyday Skin Penetrating Cream and within a very short period of time, the scales and redness are...
- My 4 year old has the same thing, she has eczema, we use hydrocortosone cream on it, that helps a lot and in the baby section, there is an eczema cream ,I forget who m...
Ughnasty Medicine. My 3 Year Old Spit All over Me.
Asked by A.B. from San Diego
on March 5, 2007
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Ok so he didnt really spit as he didnt keep it allin his moutgh and swallow it. his asthma has flared this week so the dr gave him some oral steroids to take. But they...
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- My son also had asthma and hated the liquid meds. I taught him at an early age to swallow capsules. The pharmacy gave me some empty capsules to practice on and I was ...
- Is it liquid alberturol (sp). My 2 1/2 son takes this and I mix it in apple sauce and or yogurt and just put a little drop on every bite. Another thing that works we...
- this seems rather trivial and funny but i know of two way to stp the fussing. I was told by the peds doc to put the meds back in her mouth and between her cheek an...
Seeking Conversation About Alternative Health, Along with ADD and ADHD Issues
Asked by D.S. from Boise
on March 24, 2008
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Have any of you done research on bisphenol-A in plastic baby bottles as well as other plastic products? D.
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- well i just started working with workathomeunited and we partner with a wellness company called melaleuca there protect are great and they help you live a health life...
- My name is A. Cordova. Try looking up online, eating right for your blood type. It talks about healing foods and foods to avoid. Awesome background on the whole histo...
- Hi D., Good for you for doing your research! You will find a ton of information out there. Some of it is good, some not so good. I would suggest joining a community...
Giving My 3 Year Old Liquid Medications
Asked by N.B. from Minneapolis
on July 22, 2008
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My son is on Amoxicillin and giving it to him is a nightmare!! He refuses to swallow it. We use a squiter and offer a reward after it he takes his medication "nice"...
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- We have kind of the same problem with our 2 year old. He has to take medicine for his night terrors every night and the problem isn't him taking it, it's him swallowin...
- hey N., ask the pharmacist to flavor it. take your son with you and let him pick out the flavor. if this does not work then try asking your dr for a shot, which is e...
- I know that Amoxicillin has chewable tablets. Your best bet would probably call the doctor and tell him/her what has been happening and see if they can change it to a...
4 y.o. With Bad Case of Eczema
Asked by K.W. from Muncie
on December 30, 2008
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My four year old daughter has had Eczema on and off since she was born. In the past I have taken her to the pediatrician and gotten a prescription for a skin cream. ...
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- I have had really good luck with a cream by Gentle Naturals- It's Disney Baby, it has Pooh and Piglet on the front. It's just called Baby Eczema Cream. I've gotten i...
- I had eczema as a baby, and now it has flaired up for the last 13 yrs. I have it on my hands. The last 10 yrs were horrible and I was seeing a dermatoligist trying to...
- Hello!I did not have time to read all the responses ,so sorry if I repeat. My daughter had terrible eczema and she also has asthma. Our daughter"s allergist told us to...
Advice on Allergies and Asthma in 4 Year Old
Asked by D.G. from Los Angeles
on April 26, 2008
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My daughter will be 4 in July and we have had two trips to the ER since January due to coughing fits and once by ambulance because she stopped breathing (found out she...
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- Well I can help you. I have 4 kids and 3 have asthma and allergies. First who is your doctor? I know of a few good ones. My youngest son who is 6 was just at the docto...
- I had the same experience with my now two year old son. He was in the ER for croup, breathing problems, etc. 3 times in six weeks! I was being told every time I talk...
- Until you get all the second opinions you need, you need to give your girl something. Asthma...can kill people. I know, I have asthma. Be very aware of this. It ca...
4 Year Old Constantly Having Yeast Infections.
Asked by K.S. from Savannah
on December 30, 2008
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I have a 4 1/2 year old daughter who has a yeast infection about once a week and has so since birth practically. I know this is crazy because she is so little and I ha...
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- Sure this is yeast? Yeast is fed and its population allowed to grow out of control (and cause symptoms like vag yeast infections) when a person has continually elevate...
- Are you using detergent or fabric softner with fragrances, if so you may want to switch to dye -free, fragrance free detergent, see if this helps. Good Luck
- didn't read all the responses but use a dye and fragrance free laundry detergent. also, all natural unscented hair and body care products(i use arbonne abc on my kids).
3 Year Old Allergy Testing
Asked by M.E. from Philadelphia
on November 7, 2010
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My 3 year old has been struggling with itchy eyes and nose off and on for the last year or 2. I hate to medicate him for allergies because I keep thinking he just has ...
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- Yes, allergy testing was worth it. Our son was tested for various allergies at age 20 months, after a severe allergic reaction. In addition to a severe allergy to pean...
- WOW - I swear reading your post is like an insight as to what I just went through with my son. My son was digging at the corners of his eyes so bad that the corners o...
- With all the chemicals in our environment, allergies are getting worse and worse. Do your best to keep him away from chemicals. Get him one of those pillows that ha...
