Measles, Mumps & More
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The Vaccine Debate - Flip Side Perspectives ?
Asked by K.C. from Barnstable
on December 11, 2010
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Currently I am teaching a breastfeeding class and one of the moms asked about alternative vaccine schedules. I have tons of info on it for her, but to be balanced, I a...
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- I didn't live through the period of polio, but my father-in-law who is now 91 years old did. He contracted polio in his teens. He doesn't talk about it much, but he ...
- I just want to point out that two thirds (that means 2 out of every 3) of the people in California who got whooping cough were FULLY vaccinated. Just a little fact. Th...
- Tell her to tour a hundred year old grave yard. Pay close attention to the dates on the tiny grave stones. If you could ask those children's mothers what they would ...
Separating the MMR Vaccine
Asked by C. from Kansas City
on August 16, 2008
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I was wondering if anyone knows of a pediatrician who will separate the MMR vaccine into three separate shots? My daughter has already had the mumps portion and now ne...
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- I did the exact same thing for my child. My doctor wrote the prescriptions for the shots and would administer them, I just had to find a pharmacy to fill the prescrip...
- I think my doctor actually did that with my son. He is Dr. Wichman with Pediatric Care Specialists in the new building south of St. Luke's South. ###-###-####
- I am so glad you asked this question. I too am a bit paranoid about the MMR but until they get the whole vaccination / autism thing figured out, better to be safe. M...
MMR Shot---seeking Advice
Asked by M.O. from Dallas
on August 13, 2009
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I am the mother of a 10 month old girl. My daughter has had all of her vaccinations, but I am apprehensive about giving her the MMR shot( which she will need soon). On...
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- My son was 2 before he got the mmr shot and everything worked out fine. I was able to assess his development and allow his immunity to mature before he had such an in...
- Michelle, You are the best mommy. It is so refreshing to hear someone without a child on the spectrum or a child affected, speak about the concerns of the vaccines. ...
- Ask to have the MMR delayed. The doctor shouldn't have any problem. Many people have the MMR delayed for a few months to a few years.
Is It Roseola?
Asked by M.W. from Evansville
on July 13, 2008
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My 11 mo boy started with a fever Wed evening, and had it Thurs. Friday morning it seemed to be gone. Saturday he had a few red spots on his belly (diaper area too),...
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- Best advise - when in doubt take him to the Emergency Department (Children's Branch would be best). If nothing else they will give you piece of mind and him IV fluids...
- He may have a viral infection which can also cause all of the above symptoms that you have listed. I would keep an eye on him and go ahead and bring him to the doctor ...
- I would take him to the Hospital. He could get Dehydrated. I never take chances with my children.My Dr. says if you can't get into me right away go to the hospital. G.
To Vaccinate or Not to Vaccinate
Asked by H.S. from Detroit
on March 21, 2008
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We are debating on whether or not to get our child vaccinated. You hear so many bad things about what is going into the actual vaccination that they are giving to the...
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- Hi H., Yes this is a tough decision. I personally would not give a preemie any vaccinations. We decided not to vaccinate, our daughter is 22 months and she has only ...
- H., http://www.momsagainstmercury.com/
- We have chosen to alter the vaccination schedule for our daughter. We feel that the number of vaccines given at one time is too aggressive. There are a few vaccines ...
Need Advice on a Skin Rash
Asked by L.L. from Pittsburgh
on November 26, 2009
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My son is 14 months old & last night in the hour between dinner & bath I noticed that he had a really distinct raised, warm red rash around his mouth where his binki h...
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- Hi, L., I would call the doc right away. I'm not sure what it could be, but rash and fever, especially together, are on that list of symptoms that docs always suggest...
- Dear L., I pullled this off the internet for you: Diagnosis of Rubella With the advent of vaccine protection for many diseases, including rubella, many of today's ...
- I would switch peds immediately based on the fact that they refused to page the on call pediatrician. And I would let them know about it as soon as you CAN get in tou...
So Ticked Dr Treated Baby for Wrong Thing... What Would You Do
Asked by K.C. from Texarkana
on September 30, 2011
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So long story short my 14mth old is always sick it seems like, well we are on medicaid therefore we can only use one clinic, this clinic you can NEVER get in when you ...
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- I was misdiagnosed with bronchitis and pneumonia a couple of years ago when I went to the ER because my regular doctor couldn't get me in and I couldn't quit coughing ...
- Most kids get child measles. It's also called Roseola. My kids have had it and it's really nothing to be scared of. Alot of doctors (like mine) call it that I guess be...
- Are you sure its measles?? Can you get a 3rd opinion to break the tie? What if the ER doctor was correct and the clinic was wrong? Your poor son. :-( *HUG*
ANOTHER Measels Outbreak
Asked by A.K. from Minneapolis
on August 30, 2011
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There has been a third confirmed case of measles in the county I live in, they were all three traced to an unvaccinated child returning from a family trip to Kenya.
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- How incredibly sad for this family. They have toknow they have started such a thing. To know they caused pain and suffering to others then those who came in contact wi...
- Just thought I'd throw this out there. I'm sure it will be ignored though. http://www.naturalnews.com/022617.html
- Yes, unvaccinated kids are allowed in school if their parents filed the appropriate paperwork to do so. Most people who don't vaccinate, do so for religious reasons.....
Vaccines
Asked by K.G. from Miami
on March 2, 2011
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Hi there, I have another question! I have my son's 6 month appointment this afternoon. We have not given him any vaccines and I was hoping to delay his vaccines unt...
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- This is a really difficult question for me to answer b/c I am a strong believer in vaccination. While I do not support "unnecessary" vaccines, the whole purpose of th...
- Yes vaccinate. I was concerned too but my son is up to date except for MMR and he's 20 months and completely fine. Here in CA, several babies died for whooping cough...
- I fear the diseases more than the vaccines. Some of those diseases are making major comebacks because people are not vaccinating like they use to. http://www.wired...
Modified Alternative Vaccine Schedule?
Asked by R.S. from Seattle
on May 15, 2010
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Hi all!
I've been reading Dr. Sears' book as I can in spite of a busy schedule. I think his alternative schedule is fine except that I'd prefer to get some shots so...
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- Definatly love the alternative vaccination schedule, but would talk to a naturopath who specializes in pediatrics beforehand. A good one is Dr. Jen Curtis at The Herb ...
- From what I have seen I saw no reason to break from the Doctor recommended schedule. I though it was less traumatic to get more shots less often than to give them sho...
- I haven't read the book so I'm not sure what reasoning Dr. Sears gives for a delayed schedule. I would say that it would depend on what your major concern is. As far...
