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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 ...
17 Year Old with Irregular Periods
Asked by L.J. from Seattle
on December 7, 2008
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I have a seventeen year old that was told by a chinese herb doctor that because of her acne her periods are irregular. She gave her some tea that she suppose to drink ...
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- Hi L., Acne is hormone related, which is why many people treat their acne with BC pills. Arbonne has balancing creams that help balance these hormone fluctuations. I...
- If nothing else works I would suggest talking to her doc about low does bc pills. I have been on them since I was 14, and it saved me from scaring on my face and miss...
- I say don't worry about it!! I had acne until I was in college (I tried several medications prescribed by my dermatologist but growing up seemed to work best), and I ...
Teen Daughter Help Please!!!!
Asked by M.H. from Victoria
on April 15, 2010
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My 13 year old daughter wont even talk to me anymore without an additude. Ive asked her why she does this and she says shes not. But I know my daughter and she is. Cou...
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- HI M., I'm there with Jessica. EVEN if it is a phase, it's a dangerous one and needs to end right now. She obviously is getting this attitude from somewhere and you...
- Haha! It's a phase. She'll grow out of it about 17. Sorry. Don't put up w/ rudeness but you have to let a little attitude slide or you will constantly be at each other...
- Sounds like an attitude to me. Going and being with friends is a privilege and if she is treating you this way, I would curtail her going out with or going to friends ...
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...
Severe Eczema
Asked by M.W. from Chicago
on April 22, 2008
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my 7yr.old is experiencing the severest eczema ever over the past 6 mos; she has had it since birth. Dermatologist has given steroids cream, but to no avail; aquaphor...
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- M., My son also suffers from severe eczema. He is on all of the strong steroid ointments as well. we have done a few things that have helped to eliminate the use of...
- Try using a water filter on the water she bathes in. If you remove the chlorine and other chemicals out of the water that she is sensitive to, it will protect her skin...
- Hi M., try Wikipedia - http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Eczema I wouldn't want to necessarily help diagnose, but there is so much to consider with Eczema. enviro...
Eczema
Asked by M.B. from St. Louis
on September 28, 2008
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My 3 year old has eczema and it is horrible. We are currently waiting to see our 3rd dermatologist. We have tried several different ointments that dont help, they us...
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- Hi Molly, There are many things to try, and I am sure you tried almost everything! Have you switch your laundry detergent as well as the soap and shampoo to all natur...
- HI! I know you have a lot of responses but here's my experience!!! My son is also 3 1/2 and we've been dealing with his eczema since he was a few months old. We have ...
- Hi Molly, I saw that you had a lot of responses already. I can tell you that I don't believe in the bath every day thing for eczema. When I used to waitress, I had e...
Beagle in Pain
Asked by B.W. from Minneapolis
on June 10, 2010
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Three weeks ago our beagle started showing signs of being in exteme pain. Arching her back trembling and panting. We took her to the vet and they determined that she...
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- I would look into other vets, especially homopathic vets in your area. Just like with a doctor, if one doesn't know what's wrong with you, you find another. Good luc...
- How old is she? Has she had any injuries or other health problems in her life? There are chiropractors for dogs in Los Angeles, but not sure about St. Paul. Surge...
- We had a beagle that had seizures. She would arch her back, tremble and pant when she had them. Although it sounds like your beagle does it all the time. She had to...
Difficulty Breathing
Asked by D.S. from New York
on June 15, 2008
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Hi everyone,
I have a question.....my 10-month old just started wheezing on inhalation. The doctor thinks it might be croup, but she does not have a cough and she s...
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- D., I am blessed to have a very recognized Pediatrician as a Godparent for my children. One of the things he told me when the first child was born is that moms KNOW ...
- Hi I don't know how long these symptoms have been going on but I agree with all the opinions so far - you need to bring your daughter for another opinion - maybe a pe...
- Trust your instincts. Get another opinion.
Unusual Rash on My 2 Year Old
Asked by J.S. from Panama City
on October 13, 2009
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Two days ago my son woke up with a few small red patches on his back. Later that day we noticed when he took off his shirt that it had spread all over his stomach and ...
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- It is not prevelent in 2 yr olds but has anyone thought of shingles? Possibly a bite from an insect? Wish I had more ideas GOOD LUCK!
- Was your son on any medication prior to the rash ?? my son had a simular problem a few weeks ago following a fever it turned out to be a allergic reaction to his antib...
- has anyone checked him for piteraisis rosea? I'm probably spelling it horribly wrong but it is a strange rash with one large red patch and lots of other smaller ones u...
Coping with a Strong Willed 2-1/2 Year Old During Chemotherapy
Asked by A.N. from Boston
on November 14, 2009
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Okay here's my problem. My 2-1/2 year old daugher was diagnosed with Leukemia back in September. From the moment she was diagnosed we had to live in the hospital for...
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- Hi A. My heart goes out to you and your family!! You really have gotten a lot of good advise here! It is survial time for you guys. Do what you have to to get through...
- First of all I'm so sorry to hear about your terrible adventure with Cancer. No child should have to go through that. Especially not one so young. But I have to say...
- A., She sounds like a typical 2.5 year old to me, none of them like to share! LOL. She is a sick little girl who wants mommy. You need to dig deep for some more ...
