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Recommendation for Pediatric Opthamologist
Asked by A.K. from Dallas
on September 10, 2008
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Our pediatrician has recommended that my 9-month old son be referred to a pediatric opthamologist for treatment of a clogged/immature tear duct that he's had since bir...
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- we see dr norman, he's got offices in downtown ft worth & in cooks northeast center in hurst. we love him, he really takes the time to answer our questions & make sure...
- I have had many of my own clients rave about Dr. Charles Schidlofsky (not sure about the spelling). He is in Plano, at Parker and the Tollway. Good luck! S.
- Dr. Beuchamp in Grapevine. WONDERFUL!!!!! http://local.yahoo.com/info-18858001-beauchamp-george-r-md-pediatric-ophthalmology-grapevine
Children's Eye Doctor
Asked by D.S. from Boca Raton
on January 24, 2009
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My son is 2months old and my Dr. said to go to an Opthamologist. Does anyone know of any? Thank you!
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- Hi!! I work for the best Pediatric Ophthalmologist around!! His name is Dr. Lee Friedman and is at 1717 Woolbright Rd. Just West of I-95. The phone number is: ###-##...
- We were recommended by our dr to go to Dr. Lee Friedman for my daughters stye. My husband (who wears glasses/contacts) took her & was very impressed by him. Check ou...
- Hi D. my name is A. from boca I think the best Doctor's are in Bascom Palmer, I been goint there for 15 years, there is one in west palm and also in miami. Good luck...
Advice on Clogged Tear Ducts
Asked by A.B. from Houston
on November 25, 2008
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Hi there - my 4.5 month old has had clogged tear ducts since birth. Upon the advice of the pedi, we're waiting until 6 months to take her to the opthamologist. In th...
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- If you are nursing try pour/expressing some breast milk into and around the eye. I know it sounds wierd but breastmilk has all those natural antibiotic properties that...
- Try warm compresses on the eyes where the tear duct is. Hold it there as long as possible. Usually that helps it unclog. I know there are also natural remedies for it ...
- Ask your pediatrician to prescribe her a saline gel. I used this when my tear duct was shredded. It is a thick gel that looks like Vaseline, but it is sterile and it g...
Good Pediatric Opthamologist?
Asked by C.S. from Sacramento
on January 20, 2009
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Can anyone recommend a good Opthamologist? I need to take the baby in asap but don't know who is the best.
Thanks!
Anesthesia for 5 Year Old???
Asked by K.S. from Detroit
on February 5, 2009
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Please help! I'll make a long story short. After several vists to our pediatrician and opthamologist, it is agreed upon that my five year old son has a skin tag, about...
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- My daughter underwent surgery with anesthesia at age 3 to have a birthmark removed from her leg. It did not affect her one bit, she was fine and still is. She doesn'...
- My son, now 3 and a half, has been "put under" twice. Once at six months and once at two and a half for different procedures (neither skin tags but should not make a h...
- I would have it removed now while he is younger, skin tags to grow bigger in size over time. If it is unsightly and will only get bigger I would have it removed. They ...
Opthamologist Needed
Asked by M.H. from Boston
on September 18, 2008
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I am hoping someone may be able to recommend a good opthamologist for my 5 year-old son. He has a droopy eyelid and needs annual visits to monitor his vision. We res...
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- We use and LOVE Dr. Hatch... he has offices in Milford and Franklin, MA. He is amazing, in my opioin, with children! Best to you! K
- Dr. Stuart Weisman in Worcester, in a medical building at 25 Oak Street next to Memorial Hospital, is wonderful, very highly regarded, and also very funny. He really ...
- I also recommend Dr. Hatch. My daughter has seen him since she was a baby, too. The phone number is ###-###-####, and he is located at 258 Main St., Milford
20/40 Vision - Are Glasses a Necessity When You're 4?
Asked by C. from Dallas
on June 24, 2009
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I recently took our 4 year old daughter to have her vision tested as part of the regular wellness program recommended by her pediatrician, and was VERY surprised when ...
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- With all due respect to your ophthalmologist, 20/40 is acceptable vision for a 4 year old. I'm not sure, but perhaps the lenses are recommended because of the astigma...
- Dear C.: Except for the astigmatism, that's my daughter's vision. My daughter is 13 and entering 8th grade next year. She has glasses that she only wears for seei...
- It is up to you, but as a child whose parents didn't feel it was necessary until later, like 7th grade, later, the lack of vision manifested in poor grades (how could ...
Pediatric Optometrist or Opthamologist
Asked by M.E. from Chicago
on April 15, 2009
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My daughter had difficulty with her eye exam at preschool and needs to have further testing done. Can anyone recommend a pediatric optometrist or opthamologist (or so...
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- Oh, I'm so sorry you had a bad experience there. My daughter and two of my day care kids go to Wheaton Eye Clinic. I know there is a woman and a male doctor that tre...
- We use Fox Valley Opthalmology, Dr. Eric Quartetti, in St. Charles. 40W330 LaFox Rd., Suite A. ###-###-####. Dr. Quartetti has been great with both my son and daughter.
- I recommend Larson Eye Center. They have an office in Downers Grove and Hinsdale. Dr Lise Guy-Bahtia (or something like that) is great with small kids. You can look...
Extremely Dry Eyes/Allergies
Asked by L.B. from Phoenix
on April 2, 2009
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Hi Mama's. I'm hoping to get some advice/suggestions. About six years ago I started having problems with my eyes (I had lasik 10 years ago). They water, get very dry...
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- L., Acupuncture may be very helpful to you. good luck!
- I know you said you've tried all kind of drops but I was wondering if you had tried one with glycerin in it. I've worn contacts for 15 yrs and I am also allergic to gr...
- My Dr. had me on AC something - it was a Rx Alcon product, I think. But from your description, do you think the dog and hamster could be huge culprits? I adored my c...
13 Month Old in glasses...yah Right!!!!
Asked by J.C. from Oklahoma City
on March 4, 2009
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Any ideas to help me to convince my very active ALL boy 13 month old to wear glasses with out freaking out? He has to wear them to see if that will correct a problem ...
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- Does he have a favorite character like Superman or Spiderman? Both of their "alter-egos" wear glasses. Perhaps make it a game. Get him a superhero costume and have ...
- i was born with lazey eye and my first eye dr. wanted me in glassed at an early age but then my mom found a GREAT dr. in mobile, AL and to this day he is still my dr. ...
- How about a reward chart. Start with small amounts of time each day and different times of day - 5 minutes after breakfast while watching his favorite tv program, 5 a...
