The Pill for Irregular Periods?
It would be ill-advised to "treat" an irregular period with birth control pills, just for convenience. Find out why. read more
December 3, 2001
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Premature Puberty?
When premature puberty is suspected, it's reasonable to take your child to see her physician. read more
December 3, 2001
Can Too Much Milk Cause Allergy?
Allergies occur when the body's immune system "reacts" to certain proteins in the food that we eat. read more
December 3, 2001
Nine-Year-Old Retained Twice
Our expert suspects a learning disability in a nine-year-old, and advises the mother to seek an evaluation by the school. read more
December 3, 2001
Going to the Doctor's Alone
Our expert believes that age 12 is too young to go to the doctor alone, particularly for a physical. read more
December 3, 2001
Should I Stop Breast-Feeding?
The American Academy of Pediatrics recommends breastfeeding for at least 12 months. read more
December 3, 2001
Eleven-Month-Old Hasn't Cut Teeth
The first tooth usually erupts (come through the gums) between 5 to 7 months, although it can be as early as 3 months and as late as 15 months. At 11 ... read more
December 3, 2001
Eczema Flare-ups and Food
Certain foods have been known to aggravate children's eczema, such as eggs, milk, wheat products, and soy. read more
December 3, 2001
Surgery for a Small VSD?
There are several factors that a cardiologist considers when deciding whether to recommend surgery or a more conservative treatment for a child with a... read more
December 3, 2001
Ear Infection Without a Fever?
There are two types of ear infections -- otitis media (a middle ear infection) and otitis externa ("swimmer's ear," or an infection of the external ea... read more
November 29, 2001
Protein Requirements for Nine-Year-Old
Since protein can be found in a variety of foods, it makes it easy to meet the recommended daily allowance in the diet. read more
November 29, 2001
Persistent Cough in Infant
Most over-the-counter cold medicines do not work very well in babies, and they can have noticeable side effects. read more
November 29, 2001