Counseling & Therapy: Steroids
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Asthma & Steroids
Asked by A.T. from Yuba City
on April 1, 2008
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Hello,
I am seeking advice from other Mom's that have experience with young Children with Asthma. My son who was born with Asthma has been on Allergy medicine and (a...
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- It seems like so many are going through the same situation. My daughter started with allergies and asthma as a baby as well. We had her on liquid steroids 2 times a da...
- Hi A., All three of our children including my husband and I suffer from allergies. Since we moved to East Contra Costa County, I can add allergy induce asthma to my l...
- Singulair was that magic pill for my son who is now 7. He has had asthma since he was very young. We started him on the Singulair a little over 2 years ago. It has ...
Enlarged Adenoids and Steroid Therapy
Asked by A.B. from Spartanburg
on April 13, 2011
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My 13mo daughter has had a "snot problem" for 4 1/2 months. Constant, thick, discolored snot runs from her nose. We have been on 2 rounds of antibiotics, claritin, zyr...
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- Enlarged adenoids, over time, will make the sides of the nose (the bones?) larger, or more "ramped" out towards the cheekbones. You can tell, slightly, by my face, my ...
- My son's tonsils were not infected (no fever, no colds, no ear problems, etc) but they were HUGE. They were these enormous fleshy marbles at the back of his mouth. Th...
- My cousin just had his adenoids removed. His was due to asthma. When he has a sinus infection it triggers his asthma which usually sends him to the hospital. The dr...
Progesterone Therapy in Early Pregnancy
Asked by A.W. from Springfield
on December 2, 2008
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I am about 8 weeks pregnant. I had a molar pregnancy almost 3 years ago and a miscarriage with twins in April of this year. So we're pretty cautious with this one. ...
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- I have heard that the pills are not as effective as they go through your digestive track and much of the progesterone doesn't make it into your blood. Creams (you rub...
- I am not an expert on progesterone but I have heard of many people taking it to support early pregnancy. You could always get a second opinion if you are unsure. Bes...
- Hi A., I had 2 miscarriages, and then tried progesterone suppositories and baby aspirin each day. The pregnancy was uneventful and my little boy, Kenny (who will be...
Does Anyone Have Bulging Discs in Lower Back? Help with Pain/discomfort!
Asked by C.H. from Dallas
on July 25, 2008
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I hurt my lower back playing with my daughter a couple months ago. It's never gone back to normal, so I went to an orthopedist who said I have bulging discs. He gave m...
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- I have major back and disc problems due to my car accident that turned my life upside down. I went to a "regular" back doctor and he flat lined me on the table. Sinc...
- Check out www.GetBackInActionToday.com for wonderful alternatives to surgery for chronic pain. You can call and schedule a free consultation and the doctors will let ...
- ok- I have a few people you can try- I have heard great responses on all of them- its just your preference- Debbie Schwartz- orthopedic Rehab Therapist- ###-###-####...
Luck with Homeopathy, Herbs, or Nutrition for Asthma?
Asked by K.D. from Las Cruces
on January 15, 2011
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My son has intermittent asthma and I was wondering if anybody has had any luck with alternative treatments. I have albuterol, steroids, etc. if he has an attack. Just ...
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- Not really much help but I use a humidifier and it helps a lot.
- I've used several herbs for several years, both protectively to reduce the incidence of attacks, and in emergencies to open airways when I'm wheezing. I don't want to ...
- Asthma is a symptom not a disease so look to treat the underlying cause. More than likely you will want to look for an allergy(s).
Eczema Remedy
Asked by R.S. from New York
on May 3, 2006
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Hi,
I have a 22 month old who suffers from Eczema. Maya has had it since she was born. Lately it has been flaring up more often; she constantly has some redness...
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- R., My son also had eczema from birth. I did extensive research at that time and found out that the number one trigger is dust mites. I use some fantastic natural...
- You need to try this!!!! It sounds crazy but it WILL work...go to a professional retailer of salon products and pick up some "NIOXIN scalp treatment" put it on affect...
- Hi Reshema, I have a 9yr old who started getting eczema at 5yrs, so I o undersatnd your fustration. Its gets worst than otheres around the winter time. Here are s...
Infant Eczema
Asked by J.J. from Pittsburgh
on April 2, 2011
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Hi Everyone! I have a 4 month old who was previously thought to have cradle cap. My pediatrician now says its eczema and says we should put a mild steroid cream on him...
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- Cetaphil. My daughter's pediatrician recommended it.
- I hate using cortisone on myself or my kids. However, sometimes it makes sense to use the mildest non-prescription hydrocortisone, get rid of the rash quickly and giv...
- Cradle cap is completely normal. My ped recommended massaging an oil such as coconut or olive into the scalp with a very soft baby brush before shampooing. For the e...
Natural Remedies for Severe Eczema
Asked by T.N. from Dallas
on January 14, 2010
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Hello mamas,
My 2 y/o son has severe eczema. Mostly on his legs. His legs have red patches, and it feels like coarse sand paper. He is itching badly. I don't want...
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- My daughter (now 2) had it as a baby and it drove us both NUTS! I got a book called Super Immunity for Kids and learned alot about essential fatty acids and all the th...
- Hi T., I know you have tons of responses but I can tell you that Sea Salt in the bath water or pour sea salt water over him after his bath will work. Try to let him ai...
- Oatmeal is supposed to work wonders. Im a hairdresser and one of my co workers father had bad eczema and he started using the oatmeal and honey shampoo and he started ...
Relieving Itching with Eczema
Asked by S.S. from Killeen
on April 25, 2008
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My 28 month old son has had eczema since birth, I done tried all kinds of creams, steroids and liquids. He has severe itching, im wanting to know if there is any home ...
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- I've recently started using a product called Honey Guy on my 15 month old and it works great, better than anything I've used before, and it's all natural. The websit...
- It's true, eczema is an allergic reaction, but not just to a food. Sometimes even Dreft will irrirtate a baby's skin. If your baby has this as severly as you say, yo...
- try tea tree oil. hope it helps.
My Son Has Ashma
Asked by M.S. from Los Angeles
on September 15, 2010
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My son is going to be 4 years old . i just need more advise on the steroids(medicen) the doctor gave him. i feel like its going to hert him later and its hard to tell ...
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- My granddaughter, who is now 10, was diagnosed with asthma when she was around a year old. She has had to take steroids, prednisone, a few times so that her chronic ...
- My daughter is also 4yr and has severe asthma. Right now the doctor has her on Pulmicort morning and night, Singular at bedtime, Prednisone for the next 4 days, and C...
- You need to be more specific with your question. What is the name of the medication he is on? Did they put him on a preventative too what's the name of that? My oldest...
