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Toddler Vs. Inhaler
Asked by A.H. from Cleveland
on October 20, 2008
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I took my then 15m/0 dtr. to the MD in the spring b/c she seemed to have a cold that lasted 4ever. When I described that she only had trouble with the coughing when s...
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- My son was 16 1/2 months old when he was diagnosed with Reactive Airway, and good news, he has completely outgrown it! While he never liked having to get his inhaler ...
- This is a tough age for either an inhaler or nebulizer. Have you tried letting her have some of the control. Let her play with the spacer without the inhaler attache...
- Hello A., First of all, you are not alone! Reading your request brought back many frightening memories of when my son, Mark, was a infant. He had RSV after coming hom...
Severe Food Allergies, Eczema ..does Anyone Else Have Kids with This?
Asked by H.S. from Columbus
on December 15, 2006
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My 8 month old son Caden has severe, multiple food allergies to milk, soy, wheat and eggs..(so far) we can't seem to keep his skin clear from breakouts for more than a...
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- I don't know if you're breastfeeding or formula feeding, but if formula feeding, even the hypoallergenic stuff is made from corn -- and your son could be reacting to t...
- My daughter had very similiar problems. She is completely better. She has been going to Dr. Theodore Cole at the Cole Center for Healing in West Chester, Oh which is...
- my son has eczema, and in the winter is it alot worse. we have tried many lotions all just temporary relief. since he is a baby (3 in january) he does not get bath...
Is It Allergies, Asthma or Something Else? Please Help My Son.
Asked by M.L. from Washington DC
on May 2, 2010
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I am losing a battle. My son, who is now 2 1/2, was diagnosed with RSV at 3 months. Since then, he has suffered from horrible allergy like symptoms. It doesn't APPE...
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- RSV.... probably weakened his lungs. Especially in a 3 month old. Thus, once the lungs are weak, it is susceptible to other lung problems and illnesses. Pneumonia....
- I may try to move out for a couple of weeks to a totaly different environment, as different as possible (if you can), and check if he´s doing better, if he does, the...
- There is always a natural route you can go for any illness. I can sense your worry about too many drugs. This can only be weakening his immune system. There is a he...
Which Allergy Medication Is Best for a Breastfeeding Mama?
Asked by C.M. from St. Louis
on April 7, 2010
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I have the same allergy related symptoms every April/May. It starts out as a tiny sore throat (one side only) then turns into what feels like the worst case of strep t...
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- I was given Zyrtec while breastfeeding. My son was on it too, so it seemed natural. You can always call a lactation consultant and get their advice. They have the s...
- When I am breastfeeding I only use a neti pot. I have found that many allergy meds are not approved/tested for breastfeeding moms. Therefore, the only meds I use are...
- I haven't read the rest of the answers, but I would recommend a neti pot. It helps flush out the allergens, and you'll feel better almost immediately. Good luck!
Medical Care for a Coughing Toddler
Asked by E.C. from Dallas
on September 18, 2008
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I have a toddler (20 months old) that has been stuffed up for a few days. Now she has developed a cough because of the drainage. She doesn't seem to be infected becaus...
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- I wouldnt go to the Dr. over this unless she develops a barky persistent cough. Plus you don't want to pick up some other bug at the Dr.'s office, don't go if you don...
- If you haven't already eliminated cow's milk/dairy products, you might try that. Our daughter had a lot of sinus issues too, with her first sinus infection at 11 mont...
- My pediatrician said a teaspoon of honey in warm apple juice works just as well as medicine. Good Luck!
5 Year Old W/chronic Stuffy & Runny Nose
Asked by L.N. from Chicago
on November 18, 2008
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Hi moms! My 5 yr old son has had a stuffy nose for months now. I took him to the doc and found out he had an ear infection and he took a round of antibiotics but his...
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- this may sound strange but do you use household cleaners that arent eco friendly? you would be amazed at the amount of toxins in household products and it effects chi...
- Hi L., Products from cows milk cause your body to produce more mucas. As a result, many people get stuffy noses & a cough. It's not a cold. You can try to replace cow...
- Soy milk is delicious -- and other dairy substitutes are, too :) Shop at Whole Foods for some good substitute items. When I eat vegan, I feel much healthier and happ...
Eczema Remedies
Asked by N.W. from Orlando
on August 14, 2006
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My daughter has had eczema really bad since 3 months of age. I have tried everything, from prescriptions expensive lotions, socks on her hands to stop her from digging...
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- My daughter developed eczema at an early age & it sounds like your daughter has a more severe case than what we dealt with but I wanted to share what we used. We also...
- I have a similar problem with my son. He too has eczema and I've tried just about everything on him(inculding natural remedies and homeopathics). I really don't have a...
- My son has been having the same problems with eczema. Someone told me about a product called Skin Zinc, they have a web site, you may have to google the name. I am goi...
Sudden Milk Allergy?
Asked by A.R. from Seattle
on May 9, 2009
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My three and half year old daughter developed hives all over her body out of the blue last night. She has a peanut allergy but we are super careful about that and I am...
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- That's the thing about allergies, they can and do come from out of the blue sometimes. My daughters are very allergic, one to peanuts and tree nuts, so I understand y...
- My friend's 3 year old had a similar reaction and after going to urgent care it was discovered she had developed an allergy to their laundry detergent. An easy way to ...
- Are you sure it was a food sensitivity and not a contact allergy? A food additive that you weren't aware of? The effects of the antihistamine, regardless of the bran...
Does This Sound like Allergies?
Asked by K.C. from Boise
on June 3, 2012
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Hi ladies. I took my 2.5 year old son in to doctor last Friday due to him having what I thought was cold maybe sins infection. He has had lots. He has tubes in ears ...
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- With no fever and no other symptoms besides drainage and coughing... sounds like allergies. My son has them. He has coughed so hard that he has thrown up before. B...
- A similar thing is happening with me this week. I believe it's allergies. When it's a cold the mucous is thicker and has a color to it.
- Hi. My son is in the same situation. He is 3.5. tonsil out recently also... I chalk it up to a change in season. Dust etc....But if your son threw up it could be s...
Allergy Specialist Versus Ears Nose and Throat Specialist
Asked by S.B. from Houston
on September 23, 2009
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My 3 year old (4 in Jan) has had a runny nose since he was born. It's a constant problem for him and us. We've tried Claritin, Zyrtec, and he's currently on Singulair ...
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- Hi S., I recommend a third option. I see a naturopathic dr. No blood, sweat, or tears. She sees every age and has young children so your DS will do fine. She will also...
- Don't know about the allergies so much, but all my kids had the molluscum contageosum because, as the name suggests, it is contagious. Not sure what that has to do wit...
- S., I think a dermatologist would be the appropriate person to work with in treating the Molluscum Contageosum. As for the runny nose, an ENT would be the way to go i...
