That would have been true had the question was asked 15-20 years ago when MMR (Measles, Mumps and Rubella) vaccines were still grown in eggs. Nowadays, in the United States and Europe, the MMR vaccine is cultured is a chick embryo fibroblasts. This is in a tissue culture and egg allergies is no longer an… Continue reading My son has an egg allergy. Is it true that you can’t get vaccinated for measles with an egg Allergy?
Category: Pediatrics
Why does my pediatrician tell me not to give my child aspirin when he has a cold?
The reason children are advised to stay away from aspirin for febrile illnesses is because aspirin usage during viral infections has been linked to Reye’s Syndrome – a deadly and rapidly progressive systemic disease that leads to brain swelling and death almost exclusively in children. In fact, the Food and Drug Administration and American Academy… Continue reading Why does my pediatrician tell me not to give my child aspirin when he has a cold?
What is herpangina?
Herpangina is a viral infection (most often coxsackie virus A) which causes painful ulcers and vesicular papules inside the mouth. It is associated with pharyngitis (painful irritation of the throat), high fever, weakness, and loss of appetite. Herpangina often affects the pediatric population but people of any age can be infected. As it is a… Continue reading What is herpangina?
My kid had a concussion after playing soccer. There wasn’t anything wrong with his brain. How long before he can play again?
Concussions are known as "Minor Traumatic Brain Injuries." Though the brain often appears normal after brain imaging, most physicians believe there exists some amount of damage which would explain the confusion, headaches, double vision, nausea, vomiting, mood changes, inability to concentrate and amnesia that often occurs in these patients. Most patients with concussions recover by… Continue reading My kid had a concussion after playing soccer. There wasn’t anything wrong with his brain. How long before he can play again?
my baby has dry skin. what is the best lotion to keep her hydrated?
I usually recommend Aquaphor for my patients with dry skin. Its an oil based moisturizer that’s gentle on the baby’s skin and keeps the skin from becoming red, irritated, and flakey. Its especially helpful for cradle cap. Just make sure to lotion right after bathe her to lock the moisture in. more information can be found… Continue reading my baby has dry skin. what is the best lotion to keep her hydrated?