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Could This Simply Be a Cold or Be More Serious?
Asked by J.B. from Miami
on September 3, 2009
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I moved to FL from MI over a year ago. My son was almost 14 months at the time. I am a stay at home mom up until June then he moved to daycare. My son has experienc...
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- He may have a few diaphragm issues that need to be addressed where his belly has a little twist in it do to any constraint during pregnancy (in utero), delivery, or as...
- I wish I could help, but all I can offer is hope. My son was sick as you describe (minus the ear tubes and he talked at an average age). But he was sick for about SI...
- I will start by saying you probably aren't going to like my answer! But as both a doctor, and a mom who had a child with symptoms like yours, I can tell you: (the prob...
Don't Know What to Do! HELP!!!
Asked by J.J. from Lincoln
on August 6, 2008
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I just wanted to update this a little bit. I didn't mention that our son has Cystic Fibrosis and that this is my husband's third marriage. Hi, I am at my wits end. ...
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- J., it sounds like you've already gotten a lot of advice, it sounds like things have been building for a long time. My hubby and I have been married 8 years and are c...
- The best advice I an give you is to search your heart. Every marriage has struggles, but is how we deal with them that matters. If you are being abused, that is one th...
- You absolutely can and should leave if that is what you wish. You may not like this route, but you can receive financial assistance in most states to help you out unt...
Sleeping Issues and Discipline Issues
Asked by J.J. from Lincoln
on May 2, 2009
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I have two different issues. The first issue is that our 3 year old son just doesn't listen at all. We have tried time-outs and even resorted to spanking and nothing...
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- Hi J. I would have him tested for sensory issues. especially if pressing him into bed helps. my daughter was the same way when she was three. she is under sensitive s...
- Three was a tricky age for us as well. As a parent you think they should be able to start controlling their own behavior and should know the rules and follow them, but...
- I took a "Commonsense Parenting for Toddlers and Preschoolers" class and it really helped for almost all issues. If there is no class in your area, you can still orde...
Questions About ADHD
Asked by J.J. from Lincoln
on May 5, 2009
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About a week ago I made a request concerning my 3 year son not listening. We have tried time-outs and even resorted to spanking and nothing works. So I was wondering w...
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- ADHD and sensory processing disorder (SPD) have a lot of overlapping symptoms and only a professional can make an accurate diagnosis. And those two things often overla...
- My son was diagnosed with severe ADHD at 2 1/2. He couldn't sit still if his life depended on it, was always on the go, little sleep and he was ready to go. Very des...
- Due to having Cystic Fibrosis, he may have sensory problems. They often mimic or go hand in hand with ADHD. Here is a link to a checklist: http://www.sensory-process...
First-Time Mom of Child with Cystic Fibrosis
Asked by K.R. from Macon
on November 15, 2006
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I was just wondering if anybody had any advice or tips that I need to know about raising a child with cystic fibrosis. Any information would be helpful. My daughter ...
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- My brother in law has two children with CF. Listen very carefully to your doctors especially the respratory therapists! His children were kept out of day care until ...
- I do not have any advise just wanted to send you an encouraging message! You sound like an amazing, loving mom and your daughter couldn't be any more lucky to have yo...
- I have a 3 year old daughter with cystic fibrosis...feel free to ask me any questions that you may have...I also am one of the main pushers of the Great Strides walk ...
Rectal Prolapse/ Cystic Fibrosis
Asked by S.S. from Lansing
on July 6, 2009
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My 7 yr old nephew had a rectal prolapse this week. Apparently this could be the first sign of cystic fibrosis. We have 2 first cousins with C.F. and one died in her 2...
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- My thirteen year old son has CF. The test that is used to screen for CF is called a sweat chloride test. In basic terms it is a coil that collects sweat. A high...
- http://www.cfhusband.blogspot.com/ I do not personally know these folks, but they are a wealth of knowledge on CF ~ I'm sure they could point you in the right dire...
- Just to give you a bit little peace of mind my very healthy nephew also had a rectal prolapse.
Cystic Fibrosis...
Asked by S.B. from Cleveland
on October 9, 2006
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My daughter has Cystic Fibrosis and is 11 right now.I am having a hard time putting weight on her.Her doc says she is on the growth curve...but the problem is is that ...
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- My cousin has CF and is doing amazingly well. One thing her parents ( my 1st cousin) did was they put her on very careful diet, no junk, as much organic and whole foo...
- Hi S., You may have received all the advise you wanted, but finally had time to research what a favorite Doctor of mine had to say and he has some specific things he ...
- Maybe alot of carbohydrates, like noodles and rice. I think they turn to sugar in our system. Does she like spaghetti and pasta? Maybe you could consult with a diet...
Please Help
Asked by D.Q. from Syracuse
on January 17, 2007
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My 3 week old daughter just had a test come back that states she may have cystic fibrosis or be a carrier. I am terrified. can anyone relate ?
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- D., I have just finished that test myself with my 29 month old daughter. What tests have been done thus far? Keep your chin up... --T.
- We also went through this when my son was born. We were sent for more testing... a blood test and a sweat test for the baby and blood test for my husband and I. The wa...
- Hi D., YES! I totally understand what u are going through. When I was pregnant with my son it came back that I was a carrier for CF. I was so scared because, at ...
My Mom Says She Hates Me and I Really Need Advice!!
Asked by N.H. from Dallas
on May 9, 2008
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Hi Moms,
This is sort of long but I really need some words of advice.
I'm really upset because I live in Garland and my Mom and sister live in Mesquite.
Well, my si...
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- N., I hope this doesn't sound rude, but it looks like you could stand to lighten up a bit. First of all, if you follow the news and all, the lady that lied to put ...
- You are right to stick to your guns. I might have chickened out and told them that they can do what they want, but I don't want to know about it, and will certainly n...
- I don't know about other school districts, but the one I taught in for 15 years will not tolerate students going to one school who live in another district or even in ...
Does Anyone Know Anything About Cystic Fibrosis?
Asked by S.D. from Dallas
on October 15, 2008
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Hello, everyone:
I received my results back today stating that I have a elevated level of Heterozygous Delta 15.0 mutation. I have been referred to a high-risk ob du...
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- I wouldn't worry about it. If the baby is born with CF, its muuuch better that they catch it this soon. I have a 24 yr old cousin who that didn't catch until he was ab...
- Hi S., My niece is living with CF and she is 7 yrs old. This was something we did not find out until she was almost 2. It has been hard for her living with CF and t...
- Hi S., I have a 26yr old son with CF, what would you like to know about it? If you like you can e-mail me at ____@____.com. A.
