Expert Advice: Chickenpox Versus the Vaccine
It's wiser to give a child the vaccine than to wait to see if he catches the chickenpox, which sometimes has complications. read more
August 17, 1998
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Two-Month-Old Is Constipated
As long as your baby is growing and developing normally, constipation should not be a cause for alarm. read more
August 17, 1998
When Is Chickenpox Contagious?
Chickenpox can be spread to someone who hasn't had it, from 24 hours prior to the first appearance of the rash until the rash crusts over, which is a ... read more
August 17, 1998
Signs of Chickenpox
It is easy to confuse chicken pox with insect bites, a reaction of the skin to something it came in contact with, or other causes of rash. read more
August 17, 1998
Friend Is Considering Suicide
Our expert advises a child that her suicidal friend must get adult help as soon as possible. read more
August 17, 1998
Medical Care for Pubescent Daughter
It's important to have an open dialogue with your daughter and her physician about all aspects of her medical care, particularly as she transitions in... read more
August 17, 1998
Respiratory Diseases in Winter
During the winter months, Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV) and influenza (flu) are widespread among children, especially in the first two years of li... read more
August 17, 1998
Expert Advice: Better to get the chickenpox or the vaccine?
The chickenpox vaccine is thought to be safe for healthy children. read more
August 17, 1998
How to Treat Cuts
You should see a doctor if a cut is very deep, if it won't stop bleeding after 10 minutes of direct pressure, or if the skin is really split apart. read more
August 17, 1998
Nine-Year-Old Has Separation Anxiety
When a nine-year-old has a desperate need to remain physically with a parent at all times, professional attention is called for. read more
August 17, 1998
Unmotivated 15-Year-Old
An expert responds to a mother's concerns about her daughter's lack of academic motivation. read more
August 17, 1998
Three-Year-Old Wetting the Bed
Reassurance from an expert that bed wetting in a three-year-old is not a sign of a developmental problem. read more
August 17, 1998