Tag: fever
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- Colds
Summer Spike in RSV
RSV, short for Respiratory Syncytial Virus, is a very frustrating illness, particularly in children younger than 2 years old. Because it is viral, there is no cure for RSV. Steroids... -
- Coronavirus
COVID-19 Myths and Facts
COVID 19 has turned our world upside down and we continue to learn more about this virus each day. Unfortunately, there is a great deal of misinformation and confusion... -
- Fever
What You Need To Know About Pediatric Fevers
Fever is one of the most common reasons a child is brought to the doctor. Believe it or not, fever is not harmful in most cases! Fever usually occurs... -
- Diarrhea
Diarrhea/Diarrea
What is it? Diarrhea refers to the passage of three or more loose or watery stools per day. The most common cause in children is viral. However, there are... -
- Colds
Common Cold/Resfriado Común
What is it? A common cold, known as a Upper Respiratory Tract infection, is an illness caused by a number of different viruses such as rhinovirus, metapneumovirus or rhino/enterovirus.... -
- Fever
Fever/Fiebre
What is it? A fever is defined by the American Academy of Pediatrics as body temperature greater than 100.4°F or 38°C taken with a thermometer. There are a variety... -
- Illness
Vomiting/Vómitos
What is it? It is when stomach contents come up into, and are ejected beyond the mouth. In children, the most common cause are viruses. What are the symptoms?... -
- Colds
Flu Season Update
All across the state pediatricians are asking themselves, what is happening?! This year’s respiratory season (or “flu season”) is off to a rocky start! With much higher numbers than... -
- Illness
2019-2020 Flu Season Recommendations
It is the beginning of influenza (“flu”) season! Here are some things to be aware of as we enter this year’s flu season: The flu mist, or nasal spray... -
- Colds
When Can My Child Go Back To School?
It is always a tough call for us parents! Your child has been diagnosed with the flu, impetigo, strep, or some other contagious illness. The big question is: when... -
- Colds
How to Know if it’s “Just a Cold”
Short answer: You don’t know! Allergies, colds, flu…it can be hard to tell these different conditions apart. A cold, also known as a URI (upper respiratory infection), is one... -
- News
Children and Fevers: When To Go To The Doctor
One of the most common questions we are asked is when should I take my child to the doctor when they have a fever? A fever is not necessarily...