Pneumonia & Bronchitis
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Guillian Barre Syndrome
Asked by K.S. from Detroit
on April 12, 2009
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Do you know anyone who has been diagnosed with this? What was the treatment? How long before he/she was "normal" again. My 8 year old niece was recently diagnosed with...
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- I just wanted to note that it is an immune response to foreign antigens, it can be a side effect to vaccines, but the diseases you are vaccinating agains could have pr...
- Poor child! It's a side effect to our vaccines that pediatricians don't tell patients about. The father of my SIL developed GB after a flu shot, and he was in th...
- recently asked my 9-yr-old's oncologist about immunoglobulin. she said it's only given to the kids who have repeated infections w/immune systems at nearly zero (i.e.,...
Mucus Buster for Toddler?
Asked by T.M. from Minneapolis
on February 9, 2009
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Hi-
I was on hold with the pediatric nurse for 20 minutes before I had to hang up so I thought it might be faster to ask all the mommies out there: my 2 year old ha...
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- I would also recommend taking out the dairy for the time being, as much as possible anyways. That has always helped my mucus-y kids. (and I concer...Trader Joe's seems...
- i would ask your dr. about mucinex anyway. it does say it is not recommended for children under 4 but they gave it to me for my 18 month old. if he's not having a hard...
- I know that when I feel phlegmy and have a lot of mucus I try to cut out all dairy products which seems to help. If it doesn't seem to be bothering him I would lay of...
Questions on Skin
Asked by K.S. from Seattle
on March 24, 2009
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My 3 year old is generally healthy, but partially due to stress in our environment, she got the flu and bronchitis, She is so much better...and has already seen her Dr...
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- Someone else already mentioned this but for the bruising I would think that anemia (or low iron) might be the case. My son gets that way a little too after being sick....
- If she is having this YOU should call you md A petechia (pronounced [pɨˈtiːkiə]), plural petechiae (pɨˈtiːkɪiː) is a small (1-2mm) red or purple spot on th...
- The pin prick red marks on her face sound like petichiae. (may be spelled wrong) The marks are caused by the rupture of tiny blood vessels. They are caused by heavy ...
Singular
Asked by C.T. from Chicago
on August 30, 2006
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Hello Mama's and Dads,
Anyone every given their child Singular? My daughter has been sick with bronchitis 4x this year and they want her to take Singular (chewable)...
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- My son was on singulair when he was about 3.5 (he was on it for maybe 6 mths). I was told that we would either see a big difference or none at all. It helped, but no...
- hi Chris, My daughter has been on singulair chewables since she was 4 she is 9 now and seems to be doing the trick, she was diagnosed with asthma, and also put on al...
- Our daughter tried both Zyrtec and Sinular for chronic sinus infections which often led to bronchitis. She didn't get much relief from them. I think her issues are a...
My Son Was Recently Diagnosed with Asthma
Asked by T.C. from New York
on March 23, 2012
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Hello mamas! So last week my 3 yr old son was in the ER because he was having trouble breathing. It started with a mild cold and quickly progressed to rapid breathing...
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- I didn't read the other answers but my 12 year old uses Flovent 2x a day. It has made a world of difference in his asthma. Yes - Flovent is a steroid but it doesn't ...
- Been there! My son is on a daily maintenance inhalier - Azmanex. He also has a Albuterol inhaler for when he has flare ups. Have you spoke to an asthma and allerg...
- Reread everything SH has to say. A few times. :) 2nding (5thing, etc.) a pulmonologist and asthma specialist. Flovent is our miracle. My son's 9... and we sp...
Xyzal
Asked by T.M. from Detroit
on November 19, 2008
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I took my daughter to an allergist today, to see if they could figure out why she get's bronchitis all the time. Her pediatrician said it was due to allergies. Today...
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- Hi T.---It's always frustrating, as a mom, to see your little one be sick all of the time. My oldest had allergies and it seemed that every time she got a cold, it tu...
- Did you ask your pharmacist when you picked up the medication? Or were you given samples? I would be a little hesitant to use it just b/c it is only indicated for ol...
- My son's lungs have had a very rough start and he is currently on pulmicort once a day. The doctor said as soon as I start to see a nose drip start doing Xopenex (for ...
Probiotics...during Or After Antibiotics?
Asked by R.G. from Dallas
on November 1, 2010
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Hi moms,
I am currently on an antibiotic for bronchitis and I fully expect to have a yeast infection afterward, as that seems to be the pattern for me. I give my kid...
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- some docs give diflucan with antibiotics for that very reason. Take the probiotics a few hours away from the anti-biotics.
- I would start now. When my son was prescribed an antibiotic they told us to start them right away in case it caused diarrhea. (It never did.)
- I would start them now, and then continue when you finish the meds.
Seeking Advice for Health Issues
Asked by B.P. from Houston
on October 28, 2008
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My 11-year old has been sick. Last year she had mono. This year, she had strep in Sept. and again in Oct. This last time, before she could go back to school, she came ...
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- There is a reason that her immune system is taking these hits, and you need to know why. Easier said than done, I know. Has she experienced any recent blows in her y...
- B., I think Heather P's advice is on the right track. I would also add the importance of vitamins and supplements. Go to the health food store to get good quality v...
- Hello, First things first get a second opinion and possibly a third if you need it. It sounds like she has a weak immune system. Sometimes the immune system does no...
Advice Needed for a Possible Eye Infection
Asked by C.M. from Houston
on March 15, 2008
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I have been sick the last few days with bronchitis, an ear infection and a sinus infection. This morning I woke up with shooting pains in my eyes. It feels like ther...
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- Saline drops are excellent - you could even make up a weak saline solution yourself with some salt and water - use very little salt and remember the water must be pre-...
- Hello, My mom did this for us growing up and it helps soothe the pain from an eye infection. Now I do it for my kids. soak tea bags in warm water and then lay on the...
- You poor thing! I just went through 2 weeks of hell. Same thing for me. I had a severe upper respiratory tract infection, sinus infection etc. The shooting pains i...
16 Month Old Son with Swallowing Problem
Asked by A.C. from Atlanta
on February 23, 2011
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My 16 month old aspirates on liquids. He has a had 4 barium swallowing studies which are progressively worse. He has had multiple consults with pulminolgist, gastrente...
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- You said he's "perfectly healthy", but (and I am so sorry, my prayers are with you) he is NOT perfectly healthy. Perfectly healthy people can swallow, which is a requ...
- Hi A.- Hugs to you first of all...I know this is agonizing...BUT aspiration pneumonia can be deadly... Have you (or docs) considered an "NG" tube? From nose to ...
- YES! Take him to a chiropractor! PLEASE don't let them convince you to do the surgery. They did with my baby girl and I wished I'd gone to the chiropractor first. She'...
