What is Tetanus and Why We Need a Tetanus shot
Tetanus is a serious and potentially fatal infection caused by a toxin in the bacteria Clostridium Tetani. The disease is sometimes also called “Lock Jaw” because symptoms often start with tightening of the muscles around the jaws making it difficult or impossible to open the mouth. Painful tightening, stiffening, and locking of the muscles can […]
Pediatric First Aid Kit
Parenthood is a beautiful journey filled with countless moments of joy and laughter, but it also comes with its share of worries and concerns, especially when it comes to the well-being of our little ones. As parents, we want to be prepared for any situation with having the right tools at our fingertips. Bumps, bruises, […]
Concussions
A concussion can be defined as a head injury that is caused by a bump, violent jolt, or blow to the head. This injury can be a result from various traumas including falls, car accidents, physical abuse and participating in high contact sports without the proper equipment (ie football). Concussions can be seen in all […]
Anaphylaxis in Infants and Children
Anaphylaxis is a severe and potentially life-threatening allergic reaction. The onset and worsening of symptoms can occur very rapidly and display as a wide range of signs and symptoms. Symptoms of anaphylaxis often occur within minutes after exposure to an allergic trigger but can sometimes take up to several hours before starting. It is important […]
The Basics of Wart Management
Warts are a common skin condition in children, especially school aged children. They are typically small dome shaped bumps that are rough in texture and may develop in a variety of colors; including yellowish, tan, black, brown, or grey. They are caused by a virus known as Human Papilloma Virus (HPV). They most often occur […]
Growing pains are usually normal – but probably not from growing
“Growing pains” is a term often used to describe pain in the legs (and sometimes arms) of children. It occurs most commonly in both legs in the evening, at bedtime, or shortly after going to sleep. The exact cause is not known but the pain is most likely related to muscles that are overused, strained, […]
Management of Styes
A hordeolum, also known as a stye, is a tender, red bump on the eyelid edge. It develops when the oil-producing gland along your eyelash line becomes blocked and infected. The most common type of stye is external, forms on the outside of the upper or lower eyelid, and is the result of an infection […]
How to Help Your Picky Eater
Proper nutrition is the foundation for children to grow healthy and strong. However, children can have a mind of their own on the definition of proper nutrition. Many of us have said “Goldfish crackers cannot be dinner! You have to eat green vegetables to grow!” While a variety of foods are encouraged, as long as […]
Animal Bite Wounds – What to Know:
Most animal bites in children occur from pets that are known to the family, including their own pets. Bites by wild animals are much less common but do occasionally occur. Human bites, especially from other children are similar, but often have a higher chance of infection. Any bite breaking the skin should first be […]
Pediatric Immune Thrombocytopenia (ITP)
Imagine you’re a parent, and you’ve noticed that your child seems to bruise more easily than their friends, or perhaps they’ve had a few nosebleeds that just won’t stop. Concerned, you visit your pediatrician, only to be faced with a diagnosis you may have never heard of before: Immune Thrombocytopenia, or ITP. ITP, though rare, […]
