RSV Infections
Emily Vicioso2020-01-03T20:02:35+00:00RSV, or respiratory syncytial virus, is a virus that is common during the cold and flu season. Almost all kids get RSV infections during early childhood. Luckily, most cases are […]
Nosebleeds
Emily Vicioso2020-01-03T21:17:04+00:00Nosebleeds are common, especially during the drier parts of the year. However, they are usually benign and easy to treat at home. Most nosebleeds easily stop by themselves. If your child has chronic […]
Thrush
Emily Vicioso2019-11-13T19:11:47+00:00Thrush is an oral yeast infection caused by a Candida fungus. This fungus exists in and around most of us, however, usually only in small amounts. It doesn’t usually cause any symptoms and […]
Oral Rehydration Therapy
Emily Vicioso2019-10-22T15:36:15+00:00Oral Rehydration Therapy (ORT) is used for replenishing fluids and electrolytes in dehydrated patients. There are many different ways to receive rehydration therapy, including via nasogastric tube or intravenously in the hospital However, there are […]
Styes
Emily Vicioso2019-10-17T15:58:16+00:00Styes (hordeolum) are painful, red bumps that form on our eyelids. They can appear like acne and typically form due to infected glands. They are not contagious and only last 2-3 days. However, they can […]
Acetaminophen and Ibuprofen Dosages
Emily Vicioso2019-10-14T16:56:08+00:00Dosage Charts (for children up to 110lbs)
Firstly, acetaminophen, or Tylenol, is an over-the-counter pain medication and fever reducer approved for children aged six weeks and older. […]
Pharyngitis
Emily Vicioso2019-10-10T15:50:15+00:00Pharyngitis is a medical word for a sore throat. It is caused by swelling of the throat, tonsils, and voice box. It can be caused by both viruses and bacteria. Pharyngitis is varied in severity, […]
On-Call Guidelines
Emily Vicioso2019-10-10T15:48:34+00:00
We greatly value your needs and concerns. Sometimes, you need late-night advice when a child is sick and you aren’t sure what to do next. We […]
Good Sleep Hygiene
Emily Vicioso2019-09-23T20:35:14+00:00
Kids under age 6 typically need 10-13 hours of sleep per night. And kids older than age 6 need 9-11 hours of sleep per night. It […]
Sun Safety
Emily Vicioso2019-09-18T23:45:41+00:00
In the summer months, sun safety is most important as families spend significantly more time outdoors. Summer is a time for making school vaccine appointments, […]