A new study has shown that many children who suffer from kidney stones don’t have the classical symptoms associated with the condition, such as painful, bloody urination. (more…)
Posts Tagged ‘stomach’
Watch For Kidney Stones In Your Child
Monday, July 5th, 2010Tiny Batteries Can Cause Big Problems for Young Children
Wednesday, May 26th, 2010A recent study warns parents that it is not unusual for children to eat small “button” type batteries that power things like watches and cameras. (more…)
Belly Issues
Sunday, March 21st, 2010Belly Issues: Poop and Constipation
Guest: Dr. Kendall Brown, Medical City Children’s Hospital
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Vomiting And Diarrhea :)
Thursday, March 4th, 2010I received another iPhone App email, this one’s from Holly. She writes “my son is on his 5th day of diarrhea. Should I cut out formula and go to Pedialyte? HELP!!! (more…)
Your Baby’s Belly Button
Friday, February 26th, 2010I recently received a picture, via email of course, from a concerned parent who had noted a “growth” on their child’s belly button (umbilicus). The father actually took the picture and he was the worried one, as the growth had appeared when the baby was about 10 weeks of age, and had seemed to be growing over the last several weeks. (more…)
Symptoms Of Appendicitis
Monday, February 15th, 2010I received another question via our iPhone App. Wendy wants to know what are the symptoms of appendicitis? (more…)
How to Treat A Vomiting Child
Tuesday, January 19th, 2010We are definitely in the throes of “sick season” in our office and with that comes a lot of kids with vomiting. I remember the first time that one of my own children vomited. (more…)
Soothing Imagery May Help Ease Stomach Pain
Monday, October 19th, 2009Children who have frequent tummy aches may be able to use their imagination to soothe away their pain. (more…)
Belly Aches Don’t Disappear With Antidepressant
Monday, October 12th, 2009A new study suggests that a common antidepressant is no better than placebos treating painful gastrointestinal disorders in children. (more…)
Twitter Question from @MandieD79
Tuesday, September 22nd, 2009Mandie asked: Can prolonged use of antibiotics cause IBS in toddlers and make the lose their appetite? (more…)
