General Practitioner (GP) or Family Doctor: Teen
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Pediatrician or Family Doctor?
Asked by A.D. from Elmira
on April 30, 2008
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I am a first time mom due in July and my husband and I are trying to figure out whether to use a family doctor or pediatrician. Any advice? What are the pros and con...
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- I feel pretty well versed on this topic... I have just had my third baby (born in November) and we happen to move quite often (my husband in the military). We are sch...
- I don't know where you live but we use Seashore Pediatrics Wall NJ (rt138) - We have been using them for years and I would never change who I am using - I hope this helps
- HI CONGRADULATIONS!! A pediatrician doctor I fell will suit the baby needs at this time. Ask family or friend if they know any that they could recommend . good luck
When to Switch from a Pediatrician to a Family Doctor?
Asked by L.H. from New York
on January 15, 2010
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I was wondering when is it a good time to take my son to our family doctor? Right now he goes to a pediatrician. I know I don't want to be taking a teenager to see a ...
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- I saw my pediatrician until my Sophomore year of college! So did many of my friends (and we didn't all have the same doctor). My husband and I now take our 3 kids t...
- I left my kids with the ped until they turned 18 (at which point the office was no longer able to treat them due to the dr's insurance). The advantage of being able to...
- Personally, I went to my pediatrician until I graduated from college and was no longer on my parents' insurance. I had no problems and nobody seemed to care. Most of m...
OB GYN Or GP??
Asked by C.P. from Denver
on July 28, 2009
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Hi, ladies,
I know this question has been asked, but in reverse. I'm wondering how many of you use an OB GYN as your general practioner or "family doctor." Do peo...
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- With some many people being sue happy my OBGYN is no longer able to take care of anything outside of OBGYN. In the past he was able to take care of anything that came...
- Interestingly enough, I just had my OB-GYN come talk to a bunch of teen girls about EVERYTHING regarding the female body and she actually mentioned this! She said, if...
- C., I use my GP for my GP stuff, unless I'm pregnant. Then I try to avoid my GP at all costs, too many germs there!! V.
17 Year Old Is Nauseous
Asked by M.B. from Pueblo
on October 13, 2010
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Hello ladies. My 17 yo son has had nauseous problems for about 6 months now. He is very healthy and active, plays sports year-round and goes constantly. Almost every t...
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- Please just take your son to the doctor to get everything checked out. We can all throw out a million ideas but he really needs to see a doctor. Good luck.
- You have so much good advice here. I'll just echo seeing a gastroenterologist and asking specifically about celiacs disease. My husband, brother-in-law, and daughter...
- It could be a lot of things other than reflux. Do you see a chiropractor? It could be what's called a hiatal hernia. Typically caused by stress, this is when the st...
Teens and the Doctor?
Asked by S.W. from Springfield
on January 21, 2012
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I have 5 kids, and the doctor trips can be pretty crazy, and i was just wondering what you do for the doctor?? I go in with my 5 year old son. But my other son is 12 a...
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- i know what you mean. When I have taken my boys to the dr, for sports physicals and such (they are teens), I go in the dr with them, and when it's time for YOU KNOW W...
- Ask him. I forget what age she was, but there came a time when SD banned DH from the room (and her mom didn't go in, either) and she's since gone in by herself a lot o...
- I always went in with my kids....I always had questions & just stepped out if needed. It worked for all of us. Now the dentist is different: I worked in the fie...
What Could Cause Swelling in a 16 Year Old Girl?
Asked by A.B. from Fayetteville
on April 23, 2010
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My daughter is 16 years old and has gained about 30 pounds in the past 4 months. My husband and I are both very thin and all 3 of us are on the same diet. I just thoug...
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- I agree with Mandy -- take her to the doctor and have her thyroid checked. The doctor will probably suggest a few other blood tests as well. Is she on any medications ...
- Not trying to insult you but are you sure she is not pregnant and you are in denial? If not how is her salt intake? Does she drink enough water? What about her stres...
- i'd have her to a dr asap. so many things could be going on... diabetes, thyroid problem, other endocrine issues. i'd have some bloodwork done immediately, like bef...
Is It Really Necessary for a 16 Year Old Virgin to Have a Female Exam and Pap?
Asked by M.S. from Portland
on January 14, 2008
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My step daughter's mom has scheduled a female exam and pap. I STRONGLY disagree that this is necessary, as she is a virgin and has not even gotten close to being sexu...
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- Does your daughter want the exam? Putting a cold metal object inside a 16 year old virgin is pretty invasive if it's not something she wants to pursue. She's old e...
- Her Mom can't force it on her. Hopefully the MD will use discretion as to whether or not she needs the exam and papsmear. A pap is done to check for cellular change wh...
- You don't necessarily have to be sexualy active to have a pap smear and exam. They just recommend if you are sexually active or over the age of 21, then you must have ...
Looking for Alternative Medicine Doctor's
Asked by S.N. from Detroit
on June 16, 2010
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My 17 year old is suffering from what appears to be eczema but he says it doesn't itch. When I took him to our family doctor he prescribed steroids. He did use them ev...
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- Edit: Ask around for a traditional doc who thinks outside the box. My doctor is an MD, but she is an out of the box thinker and certainly too tries natural first. ...
- I wish your son well in dealing with his eczema. While I believe there is merit to some alternative medicine, please be very careful in seeking alternative treatmen...
- Hi S., Eczema is a tough issue. If you like, I could send you a sample of some Arbonne baby wash, which works amazing well on eczema. My pediatrician actually has a...
Teen Still Scared to Go to the Doctor? Uh Oh.
Asked by M.M. from Springfield
on November 9, 2011
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Okay so i have 6 kids, 2 girls 14 and 16, and 4 boys two 13 year olds, 11, and 5 year old. My 14 year old girl gets SO nervous when it's doctor time. She does feel re...
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- It sounds more like embarrassment. Remind her that the doctor is only asking for medical reasons and she shouldn't feel embarrassed. It's not like the doctor is going ...
- Is your daughter's doctor a male or female? I've always felt more comfortable w/ female doctors, but that's just me. I've gone to both.
- A few things may need to be switched? do you go in with her? maybe she doesn't want you to go in with her or vice-versa. Is it the doctor? Maybe the age, gender or ...
Doctor Recommendations Needed for North Richland Hills Area
Asked by S.J. from Dallas
on January 5, 2009
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My family and I have just moved to North Richland Hills, and have no idea where to start looking for a doctor and dentist for our chilren. Our daughter is 11, and our...
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- Hi S., I recommend both my son's pedi, Dr. Kalai at ###-###-#### and my family practice doctor, Dr. Haefeli ###-###-####. I have been taking my son to Dr. Kalai for...
- We love the Cook Children's practice on Mid-Ciies and Precinct Line (I think the address is on Martin?). We use Dr. Dalton and his nurse-practiioner, Laurie Payne (she...
- On North Beach Rd north of Western Center First Health is great. What I like is they are open evenings until 7pm and Sat until noon. ###-###-#### All are great. G. W
