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Mosquito Bite like Bumps
Asked by S.S. from Omaha
on October 22, 2009
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I've noticed over the last couple days that my 3 year old son has bumps all over his knees & elbows. They look exactly like mosquito bites but I know they aren't. He d...
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- They could be spider bites or hives. Both have a similar appearance.
- Ladies, Hello, I'm a mother of three and a nurse who worked in dematology for years. Now I can't speak to your children specifically because I've never seen them bu...
- Wow! - I've never heard of this either, but my 4yr old daughter has this on her elbows. I don't remember what the Dr. called them, but he explained it like clogged po...
Flu Shot Question
Asked by L.L. from Orlando
on March 20, 2012
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I'm calling the Dr in the morning. My daughter got a flu shot Friday afternoon. She's 9 and has gotten one every year for as long as I can remember. This time, we noti...
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- The "flu shot" is slightly different each year because the strains of influenza expected to come around are different. So, there are no "extra vaccines" in there, just...
- The injection site sounds like it could be cellulitis. If it is, she may need an antibotic and some cold compresses. It is easy enough to treat but can get quite nas...
- Flu season is over...why is she getting the shot now? I will be a different strain by next year.
Preggo & Flu Shot
Asked by L.S. from Omaha
on November 6, 2010
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Question #1: So I am almost 19 weeks pregnant with our 2nd child! I have never had a flu shot but am thinking I should probably get one this year as I am pregnant th...
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- I personally would not get the flu shot, especially while pregnant. Here is from the package insert from the flu shot: "8.1 Pregnancy Pregnancy Category C: Animal...
- I have a friend who contracted H1N1 while pregnant and lost the baby just before her due date. I would get the shot!!
- I think considering you are around multiple children all day every day, you should definitely get the shot! For you and your baby! I got it when I was pregnant and I w...
H1N1 Vaccine for 27 Weeks Pregnant First Time Mom ???
Asked by M.W. from Los Angeles
on October 20, 2009
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I have already read all the threads about the vaccine on here but still feel torn with the decision. Actually my husband and I had done a lot of research in August and...
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- My OB/Gyn's website state that people below the age of 2 and over 50, immunocompromised patients and any pregnant women should NOT get the H1N1. If I were you I would ...
- I'm not pregnant, but got the seasonal flu vaccine yesterday and have less soreness than I've ever had with a flu shot. I moved my arm around a lot after the shot, wh...
- I also posted asking for some insight and got a lot of responses. My doctors advice, reading up on it, and with the support of my family, I decided to get the shot a...
Areyou Getting the Flu Shot? Why or Why Not?
Asked by F.B. from New York
on October 25, 2012
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It's available for free and on site through my employer. Not one to get it usually, but toying with the idea this year.
I'd like to hear your thoughts.
TIA
F. B.
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- No because it's often not the same strain as the one that goes around. And my immune system is so strong because of the way I supplement that I never ever EVER get ...
- Do you typically get influenza every year (or close enough to every year)? Do you feel as if you'd benefit from getting it? I get the flu vaccine because I'm immun...
- I get my flu shot every year. I've had the flu several times, including the H1N1 strain, and I very nearly died in 2010 from complications of the flu. So no, I will ...
Did You Get the Flu ? Did You Have a Flu Shot?
Asked by C.C. from Philadelphia
on January 27, 2013
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Hi I have heard from many people the shot this year is not the correct virus for the shot. Did you get the flu?Did you get the flu shot?
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- we do not get flu shots and we have not had the flu. We just wash our hands :)
- You've gotten some great answers, but don't forget that it takes about 2 weeks for your flu shot to be effective. Lots of people get it once they hear that it's going...
- I never get the shot and have never gotten the flu, same for my 6 year old daughter. We keep our immune systems healthy with proper nutrition to avoid getting sick. ...
Flu Shot for Toddler Who Has a Cough?
Asked by I.:. from Minneapolis
on November 14, 2012
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My 21 month old has had a cough for 2.5 weeks now. We've been to the Dr. twice for it, last thursday the dr put her on a nebulizer with alburtoral which she takes 3x a...
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- We've got the flu shot while having slight colds/coughs. We never had a problem with it.
- Sorry, I cringe when small children are put on inhalers and steroids in general. Doctors will give it out but doesn't mean they really need it. Push it. Ask if it's ab...
- I have read that children's coughs, in particular, can linger long beyond the time when the child is contagious or actually 'sick'. That said, if your child is on medi...
Whats the Rule on Fevers and School.
Asked by M.B. from St. Louis
on February 16, 2011
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My daughter has a virus, she started with a fever last night, woke up with a fever this morning. I was thinking after the morning dose of Motrin, if the fever doesnt ...
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- If she has a fever this afternoon she wont feel much like going to school tomorrow, I'd keep her home. That 24 hour rule is a pretty good one. Think about it, after ...
- Our school is 24 hours with no fever and no fever reducing meds.
- Would you rather school or an extended hospital stay and miss even more school? I would keep my child out for the rest of the week until I felt she was fully recovere...
Help! Flying Tomorrow & 2 Yr. Old Has Fever & Cough
Asked by T.A. from Chicago
on February 28, 2011
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Hi. We are supposed to fly out tomorrow morning to FL for a family vacation. My 2 year old. had a 102-103 degree fever off & on this weekend. This morning it was 100...
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- Airlines have allowed us to change flights several times because of illness, as long as we faxed them the doctor's note. First get her in to see the pediatrician. Ge...
- I personally would see the dr today for several reasons & consider not going anywhere.HMMM & everyone wonders why we get sick or get contagious disease/ilnesses stay h...
- Oh heavens, give her some tylenol and get on the plane! Have her sit between you and your husband and bring some disinfectant wipes. The APA just came out and said t...
Advice on a Grandchild
Asked by C.S. from Cincinnati
on February 19, 2008
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I was wondering if anyone could give me some advice. I have my graandaughter all week long, she staays with me and goes with her mom on the weekends.I get her up for s...
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- Well according to the Dr's you have as much legal right as the parents. How do I know this one time I was babysitting a little bot who liked to shove things in his no...
- I have 3 grandboys and have raised one granddaughter. If you are responcible for this child during the week--I would demand a letter giving you the right to take care...
- Hi C., I would definitely take her to her pediatrician and get her checked. Some doctors will see her since you are her grandmother. If she has a pediatrician that you...
