Head Ache
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Sick Baby
Asked by D.R. from Albany
on April 29, 2007
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My 9 month old has had diarrhea for 4-5 days. He has thrown up like 2-3 times in the beginning but hasn't since. He had a small fever for the first time today (like 10...
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- Don't worry, Ive had that virus myself and so have my kids. He just has a stomache virus on top of a head cold...it's gonna take a little while but he will get over it...
- Have you tried giving him yogurt? It has cultures in it to fight diarrhea. I used the Stoneyfield Farms yogurt whenever my daughter got sick. Avoid milk cause it ca...
- Hi, my family is just getting over this. It seems that there is a bacterial type of diaherra around. It starts with vomiting, then diaherra, then upset and cramping st...
DD Has Pneumonia in Her Right Lung. . . How Long 'Till the Fever Goes Away?
Asked by J.D. from Kansas City
on December 8, 2009
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After being sick since the Saturday before last, the doctor finally found that my DD has pneumonia in her right lung (this was Thursday). They put her on antibiotics a...
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- I came very close to dying with pnemonia because I didn't realize I had it or that I was that sick. By the time it turned real bad I could not catch my breath or stop...
- J., first of all call the doctor, if she/he is unable to help or see your daughter immediately, ask the doctor's office to see another doctor in the staff, or just tak...
- J., I'm not a doctor nor a nurse but have had experience with pneumonia and respiratory infections. I have read and my experiences have taught me that if you see i...
Endoscopy
Asked by K.B. from Indianapolis
on February 27, 2008
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Hi moms,
My dd has suffered from GERD on and off since 8 months. Her tummy is constantly swallen and gassy even on prevacid, not long after she gets off the medicat...
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- Do not worry. My daughter at 16 months had an endoscopy done because she was losing weight rapidly and was always upset and crying. When she had it done she was aslee...
- Hi I have an almost 10 year old who had had 2 endoscopy's and colonoscopys (sorry sp) by the time she was 1. The second time they did biopsy's of her intestines while...
- My grandson vomited for a year & they couldn't find anything wrong.3 trips to the chiropractor & he was fine. His Vegas nerve got pinched during delivery,& once they f...
Need to Switch from Breastfeeding to Formula
Asked by A.W. from Colorado Springs
on March 26, 2008
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My daughter is 8 mos old and has only been breast fed. Today I went to my doctor and he told me that I have Postpartum Depression. I need to start taking the medicat...
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- Call your local hospital--the lactation consultant has a guide on medication and breastfeeding by Thomas Hale that is much more thorough than the Physician's Desk Refe...
- Hi A., I know it is hard to give up breastfeeding, but believe me your baby will adapt. Some take more time than others but in the end, they all adapt. I had to stop ...
- I would talk to your doctor about different medication options. It sounds like you would really like to stick with breastfeeding, and the stress of switching to formu...
Seeking Advice on Moving on After Adoption
Asked by V.C. from Detroit
on February 19, 2008
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I have just given birth to a beautiful baby boy and adopted him to a wonderful couple. We have an open adoption and they are very considerate of my emotions, and I kno...
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- Hi Vina, No, I'm sorry I don't know how you feel. But as an outsider, I have to say that what you did is probably the most courageous thing a woman could do. You are ...
- Vina, I am a mom and also a social worker who helped birthparents place their babies for adoption some years ago. In my experience, what you are feeling is very norm...
- My heart is heavy for you. I'm a mom that can't get pregnant, and it used to break my heart everytime I'd see someone have a baby and I could'nt, I would cry so much,...
2 Year Molars?
Asked by C.B. from Kansas City
on June 22, 2009
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just real quickly because obviously i shouldn't be on here right now but i need some answers! my son had swollen glands yesterday (he'll be 3 at the end of sept), well...
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- I'd call the pediatrician & set another appt. If he is in such pain that it is affecting his speech, I'd say it is not teething. Try to rule out an infected tooth. Bu...
- I suggest the Tylenol Meltaways. They are small and look/taste like candy. Once your child puts them in the mouth, they melt fast and taste good! I have one son who...
- Anything is possible with children. It could be teething. Have you tried the chewable tylenol or motrin? I would also just say that doctors don't always see the proble...
5 Year Old Is Having Headaches. Should I Be Worried?
Asked by E.C. from Lakeland
on April 16, 2008
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My 5 y.o. has been having headaches at the base of her head (right above her neck) off and on for the last few weeks. She occasionally complains that her neck hurts t...
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- Hello, TMJ could be a cause. I would look into a night guard. Keep in mind, this can be a difficult process to fit. If the night guard is off slightly, it may make thi...
- i experienced what you describe when i was young. i have migraines now. also it can very well be stress - even in one so young. school is a new experience and can b...
- I would highly suggest a chiropractor. I don't know where you live, but there a few I could recommend in Tampa. The one I use and love is Dr. Maddock and his number #...
5 Hr Energy
Asked by T.L. from St. Louis
on June 28, 2011
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Has anyone ever tried this? I have the narcolespy and my medicine isn't helping much any more to keep me awake. Yesterday I fell asleep sitting up in my comfy office...
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- I don't know about the narcolespy but the 5 hr drinks do work. I would only use for a short time and not everyday. A friend of mine used them in college and now they d...
- My husband swears by them. He says they don't cause him to crash or make him feel uncomfortable and jittery. I have not tried them so this is second hand info. What...
- I have NOT tried it but the people that I know who have says it's a short bust of energy -- nowhere near 5 hours followed by rebound tiredness....
Ear Infection and Discharge
Asked by M.A. from New York
on August 17, 2012
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Hi,
My son was seen for an ear ache on Tuesday. Diagnosed with an ear infection.Started antibiotics Tuesday night, still complaining of ear pain and loss of hearing a...
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- Call them and tell them you believe he has a ruptured ear drum. I had one as a kid and, to be honest, it felt better as there wasn't as much pressure, however there's...
- With the discharge, you have to let the doctor know. If he won't take you then call another pediatrician and keep calling them until one will take your son to treat h...
- Did you mention the drainage to the doctor? He needs to be seen again. Clear drainage is usually an indication of rupture. I had drainage with a recent infectio...
What Do You Know About High Blood Pressure?
Asked by R.D. from Richmond
on October 5, 2011
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I've always had high blood pressure... well, above 'normal' (which is 120/80)... The past few time's I've been to the doctor for various reasons, I've received letters...
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- buy a blood pressure machine, they aren't very much and you can get them at most drug stores. Keep a log of it at home High blood pressure runs on my mom's side of ...
- Sorry R., I don't have time to read the other responses so I apologize in advance if I repeat anything. My only experience with high blood pressure is with my son, Bry...
- I have had high blood pressure for the last 12 - 13 years. The doctor that diagnosed it (an internist that I highly respect) said if you have 1 parent that has it you...
