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Ask the Nurse: When Should I Be Concerned About My Child’s Fever? May 26, 2014

Question: When Should I Be Concerned About My Child’s Fever? Answer: First it is important to know what a true fever is. A child 0 to 3 months old: A true fever for this age is 100.4˚F. If your infant does have a fever of 100.4˚F or above they should be taken to the ER … Continue reading “Ask the Nurse: When Should I Be Concerned About My Child’s Fever?”

Posted in Cold and Flu Tips, Pediatric Articles | Tagged fevers

Teaching Your Child How to Swallow a Pill May 19, 2014

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Make sure your child is developmentally ready.
Start with very small pieces of food and slowly build up.
Avoid begging, bribing, or threatening. Tension, anxiety, or negative associations will make it harder for your child to successfully swallow a pill.

Posted in Parenting Articles & Tips, Pediatric Articles | Tagged early childhood, medicine, middle childhood, pills

Does My Child Need Stitches? May 12, 2014

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A cut needs stitches if it is bleeding uncontrollably or if it is longer than ½ inch.
Ideally a cut should be stitched up within six hours of the injury.
Your child might also need a tetanus shot to prevent a serious infection.

Posted in Child Safety, Pediatric Articles | Tagged first aid, injuries, safety, stitches

Seasonal Allergies: Getting Relief is as Easy as ABC May 5, 2014

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A runny nose, itchy eyes, dark circles under the eyes, and sneezing lasting more than 10 days are all symptoms of a possible allergy.
Reduce allergy symptoms by trying to stay indoors, cleaning often, and keeping pollen out of your home.
Medications such as antihistamines or nasal spray steroids can help control allergy symptoms.

Posted in Cold and Flu Tips, Fall/Winter Tips, Pediatric Articles | Tagged allergies, hay fever, summer

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