Mayo Clinic Q and A: Gas Drops for Fussiness
网页2016年7月30日 · When you choose gas drops, however, check the ingredient information, and avoid drops that contain sodium benzoate or benzoic acid. These substances can be harmful to babies in large quantities. Fortunately, they are not included in most gas drops intended for infants. As in your case, gas drops may be useful for infant fussiness.
Mayo Clinic Q and A: Colic, though often stressful for new parents ...
网页2020年1月10日 · Simethicone, an over-the-counter gas-relief medication, is used frequently. But a randomized, placebo-controlled trial of this medication found no benefits for babies with colic. If a baby is formula-fed, trying a hypoallergenic formula may be helpful.
8 common questions new parents ask about vitamin K
网页2024年3月5日 · Symptoms include bruising easily, paler than usual skin or blood in the stool. Vitamin K-deficient bleeding can occur in various parts of the infant's body, such as the skin, umbilical cord, nose, mouth, gastrointestinal tract and brain. Bleeding in the brain can be life-threatening and cause brain damage or death.
Mayo Clinic Q and A: Understanding ear infections
网页2023年1月23日 · You can lessen your daughter's pain associated with ear infections by using a warm compress; topical numbing ear drops; and over-the-counter pain medications, such as ibuprofen or acetaminophen. Use these medications as directed on the label. Ear infections sometimes are unavoidable, especially with small children.
Mayo Clinic Q and A: Child with recurrent fever may have periodic …
网页2015年9月22日 · DEAR MAYO CLINIC: Every few weeks my toddler will develop a fever that lasts a couple of days but then goes away. Other than the fever, she doesn’t have any other symptoms. Could it be periodic fever syndrome? How is that diagnosed, and is treatment for it different than treating a “normal” fever in kids? […]
Mayo Clinic Q and A: Umbilical hernias in infants
网页2018年10月9日 · Parents who suspect that their child has an umbilical hernia should have the infant evaluated by a health care provider. Umbilical hernias usually can easily be identified with a physical exam. In some cases, a health care provider may recommend an imaging exam, such as a CT scan or an abdominal ultrasound, to check for potential complications ...
What can I do to help a baby with teething pain?
网页2017年2月10日 · Drooling, crankiness and tears can make teething an ordeal for parents, caregivers and babies alike. Here's help easing the pain — for all of you. What's typical? Although timing varies widely, babies often begin teething by about age 6 months. The two bottom front teeth (lower central incisors) are usually the first to appear, followed […]
Know the signs of strep throat in children
网页2023年3月23日 · For the safety of its patients, staff and visitors, Mayo Clinic has strict masking policies in place. Anyone shown without a mask was either recorded prior to COVID-19 or recorded in a nonpatient care area where social distancing and other safety protocols were followed.
Mayo Clinic Minute: Tips to make colonoscopy bowel prep easier
网页2024年3月28日 · For many people, one of the most uncomfortable parts of a colonoscopy is the preparation for the procedure. The purpose of a colonoscopy is to examine the colon and rectum for abnormalities such as polyps, tumors or inflammation, aiding in the detection and prevention of colorectal cancer.
New Guidelines to Treat Pediatric Ear Infections
网页2013年2月26日 · Ear infections are one of the most common reasons children visit the doctor and the leading reason antibiotics are prescribed. Now, the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) has issued new guidelines for how doctors should diagnose and treat ear infections. Information from AAP: "The AAP is updating its guidelines for treating acute otitis media (AOM), the type of ear infection […]