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My Child has a Bulge in his Groin Area. What Could it Be?

An inguinal hernia occurs when there is a defect in the muscle or tissue of the lower abdominal wall, allowing the...

  • Kristie Rivers, MD, FAAP, Board Certified Pediatrician
  • January 3, 2019 . 1 min read
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Does the Timing of Introducing Foods With Gluten Impact the Chances That my Child Will Develop Celiac Disease?

In both studies, babies with one or more relatives with celiac disease were watched to see if the timing of the...

  • Sara Connolly, MD, FAAP, Board Certified Pediatrician
  • January 3, 2019 . 1 min read
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How do I know if my Child has a Nursemaid’s Elbow?

Commonly referred to as a nursemaid’s elbow, this condition occurs when the annular ligament in the elbow becomes...

  • Kristie Rivers, MD, FAAP, Board Certified Pediatrician
  • January 3, 2019 . 1 min read
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How do I Keep my Child Safe From Insect Bites?

Dress your child in lightweight long-sleeved shirts, long pants, socks, and closed-toe shoes when your child will be in...

  • Kristie Rivers, MD, FAAP, Board Certified Pediatrician
  • January 3, 2019 . 1 min read
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Are There Natural Alternatives to Chemical Insect Repellents?

Products containing oil of lemon eucalyptus, 2 percent soybean oil, citronella, or cedar have been shown to have an...

  • Sara Connolly, MD, FAAP, Board Certified Pediatrician
  • January 3, 2019 . 1 min read
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What is DEET?

Depending on the type of repellent, the product may have anywhere from 10-30 percent DEET. Typically, 10 percent DEET...

  • Kristie Rivers, MD, FAAP, Board Certified Pediatrician
  • January 3, 2019 . 1 min read
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Are There any new Therapies to Help my Child With Eczema?

The children in the study soaked in a bathtub of warm water for 10-20 minutes, followed by their usual regimen of...

  • Kristie Rivers, MD, FAAP, Board Certified Pediatrician
  • January 3, 2019 . 1 min read
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What Type of insect Repellent Should I use for my Child?

According to the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP), insect repellents with DEET are the most effective in preventing...

  • Kristie Rivers, MD, FAAP, Board Certified Pediatrician
  • January 3, 2019 . 1 min read
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How do I Prevent my Family From Catching West Nile Virus?

According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, one in five people will become ill, with fevers and...

  • Sara Connolly, MD, FAAP, Board Certified Pediatrician
  • January 3, 2019 . 1 min read
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What is Chikungunya Virus, and is my Child at Risk?

So far, there are at least five reported states of confirmed cases, including Florida, Tennessee, North Carolina,...

  • Kristie Rivers, MD, FAAP, Board Certified Pediatrician
  • January 3, 2019 . 1 min read
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My Child Stepped on a Nail, and it Punctured her Foot. What Should I Do?

The doctor will likely prescribe a broad-spectrum oral antibiotic to cover against infection. Be on the lookout for...

  • Kristie Rivers, MD, FAAP, Board Certified Pediatrician
  • January 3, 2019 . 1 min read
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What do I do if my Child Stubs his Toe?

Stubbed toes can result in abrasion to the end of the toe, nail trauma, or in the worst-case scenario, even a...

  • Kristie Rivers, MD, FAAP, Board Certified Pediatrician
  • January 3, 2019 . 1 min read
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