Egg Allergy
Julie Metos, MPH, RD, CDEThe American Egg Board calls it incredible, but for children with an egg allergy, the egg is simply inedible.One of the most common food allergies in infants and young children, egg allergy can pose many challenges for parents. Because eggs are used in many of the foods kids eat – and […]
ASA NEWSLETTER
April 16, 2007Awareness under General Anesthesia:When surgical patients can recall their surroundingsor an event – sometimes even pain – related to their surgery while under general anesthesia.May also be called “anesthetic awareness” or “intraoperative awareness”Awareness Myths & Facts
Bronchiolitis and antibiotics
by Dr. Ramaz MitaishviliIntroductionBronchiolitis [brong”ke-o-li’tis] (inflammation of the bronchioles) is an acute viral illness. Treatment usually is supportive and antibiotics are not indicated. But most of physicians prescribe antibiotics for hospitalized patients. Such practice is explained, that elevated WBC can be caused by co-existent bacterial superinfection. This practice can be considered as irrational.
First-Aid for Poisoning
April 12, 2007Dr. Ramaz Mitaishvili For parentsSometimes accidental poisonings can be treated in the home following the direction of a poison control center or your child's physician. At other times, emergency medical care is necessary.
Temperature-taking tips
April 12, 2007Dr. Ramaz Mitaishvili Fever is nothing to fool around with in young children. If your child feels warm or seems under the weather, you probably should take his or her temperature. Sounds simple enough, but if you're new to it, you probably have a few questions. What kind of thermometer should you use? […]
Desicion about Health Care
Any decision you make about your health care is important–including deciding whether to use acupuncture. The National Center for Complementary and Alternative Medicine (NCCAM) has developed this fact sheet to provide you with information on acupuncture. It includes frequently asked questions, issues to consider, and a list of sources for further information. Terms that are […]
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