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What is the treatment for my ten-year-old niece, who is vomiting after a collision in the head?
Query: Hi doctor, My niece got hit on her head, and she is crying since then. She is having a problem while sleeping, and she vomited after two hours of the collision. The collision was not that strong. Is it something serious or is it just trauma? There is no swelling on the head that I can see. Please h... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Any head trauma has to be observed for signs and symptoms for about 48 hours. An external injury may or may not be there, but internal injury has to be looked for. Vomiting is a symptom of internal injury, but most kids also vomit due to crying excessively. She needs t... Read Full »
My two-month-old son is gaining weight slowly. Why?
Query: Hi doctor, My son is 2 months and 25 days old. His birth weight was 8.16 pounds. Within 10 days, he reduced to 7 pounds. From then, he is gaining weight very slowly. Now his weight is 9.2 pounds. I am exclusively breastfeeding him. He is very active, his hand and leg movements are very quick. He har... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. Firstly, if the baby is active, feeding well, and is developing well, do not worry about the weight. From the weight record (attachment removed to protect patient identity), he has gained about 2.2 pounds in 70 days, which is definitely less than expected. You can tak... Read Full »
Query: Hi doctor, We needed Pediatrician advice on how to take a baby to the doctor's appointments. Looking for tips on taking your baby to doctor's appointments and staying sane? (appointments for the baby and also for the mom). When to make the appointment based on feedings and naps? How do you keep a... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. When there is an appointment for mom and baby, ensure you finish the baby's appointment first, as a mom can wait. Also, opt for doctors who are present for longer hours. It is difficult to keep up the appointment time because of feeding and naps. Naps are still al... Read Full »