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Maternal study satisfaction enhances visit compliance in children at risk for diabetesA study in the European Journal of Medical Research revealed that higher maternal study satisfaction, older maternal age, and paternal participation were linked to better compliance in visits for children at risk of type 1 diabetes.
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Vesical fissure in a newborn female: A variant of bladder exstrophyDuring a newborn's initial examination, doctors discovered a non-erythematous, midline, suprapubic dimple located 5 cm below the level of the umbilicus. The remainder of the examination was unremarkable. On the second day of life, the newborn had a wet diaper with urine appearing to originate from 2 separate sources, including the dimple. What's the diagnosis?
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Tina Tan, MD, comments on the measles outbreak in Texas, vaccine-preventable diseases"The measles outbreak that is currently happening in Texas and New Mexico is occurring in an area of the states that have very high anti-vaccine sentiments," Tan said.
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Full case: Linear eruption on the leg of 9-year-old girlWhat's the diagnosis of this linear eruption on an adolescent girl's leg?
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Considering a society free of vaccine-preventable diseasesThe pandemic underscored the incredible power of vaccination.
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Role of Pediatricians in Management of Pediatric ADBrittany Craiglow, MD, and Angela J Lamb, MD, share closing thoughts on the role of pediatricians and emerging treatments in the pipeline for pediatric AD.
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Advice for Managing Dravet Syndrome and LGSMary Anne Meskis; Tracy Dixon-Salazar, PhD; Kelly Knupp, MD; and Joseph E. Sullivan, MD, provide advice for physicians treating patients with Dravet syndrome or LGS.
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Untangling comorbidities in gender diverse children and adolescentsLGBTQ+ children and adolescents may be particularly vulnerable during these unprecedented times.
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How pediatricians can help mitigate the mental health crisisNow that major medical organizations have declared a youth mental health crisis, what can pediatricians do to advocate for change?
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Sleep quality affects newborns’ weight in women with IVF pregnanciesA study published in the journal Sleep and Breathing found sleep quality influenced newborn weight in a gender-specific and trimester-specific way.
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Full case study: Urticarial rash in a 9-hours-old maleOn exam, the patient is found to have circular, slightly raised, blanching, erythematous papules on the lower extremities and abdomen.
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The 3 critical places where patients need support with their medicationsStudies consistently show patients’ health outcomes are connected to their ability to access, afford and adhere to their medications.
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Scalp thickening and folding in a pubertal boyA 16-year-old boy with developmental delay and intellectual disability developed dramatic chronic wrinkling of his scalp over a year ago. The lesions were persistent but not symptomatic. What's the diagnosis?
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Advice for Managing Dravet Syndrome and LGSMary Anne Meskis; Tracy Dixon-Salazar, PhD; Kelly Knupp, MD; and Joseph E. Sullivan, MD, provide advice for physicians treating patients with Dravet syndrome or LGS.
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Mental health is a part of checkupsExperts highlight the importance of mental health screening at well-child visits.
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Talking to teenagers about social mediaThe recent TikTok “Benadryl challenge” is just one example of the online dangers of shared videos among adolescents. Here is what pediatric health care providers should know—and how they can help.
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CDC recommends HCV testing of perinatally exposed infants, childrenCDC recommends HCV testing in these populations as a critical step to achieving national priority of eliminating HCV.
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An Update on the Presentation, Nosology, and Causes of Postpartum PsychosisPostpartum psychosis is experienced by 1 to 2 women every 1000 deliveries.
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Teenage boy with asymptomatic brown plaque on back of thighAn adolescent boy developed an asymptomatic brown plaque on the back of his leg. He recently noted the growth of coarse hairs within the lesion.
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Altered mental state in a 2-year-old boyA 26-month-old boy presents for mild altered mental status and balance issues following a fall the day before. There was no loss of consciousness or vomiting but he subsequently complained of left-sided head pain. What's the diagnosis?
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It’s winter: Are children getting enough Vitamin D?How changing seasons affect children’s nutrition.
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Closing SDOH gaps with analyticsMore medical and SDOH (social determinants of health) data is available now than ever before to clinicians, health care organizations, and payors. Using this data can lead to better outcomes.
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Supporting the LGBTQ+ patientThe pediatric provider plays a role in supporting sexual minority and gender-diverse youth.
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The vaccine-hesitant patientBest tactics for pediatricians when speaking with patients who resist immunization.
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Painful passage of vaginal mass after discontinuing OCPCan you diagnose the patient in this edition of puzzler?
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Gastrointestinal disorders: Red flags and best treatmentsGastrointestinal concerns are a common reason for a child's visit. This article offers a review of the most common ailments that may lead to that visit.
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An inside look on the dupilumab approvalAmy Paller, MD, sits down to answer important questions on the FDA approval of dupilumab for patients aged 6 months to 5 years.
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How to talk to your patients about weight issuesWhat is the best way to bring up this often-sensitive topic so that children and caregivers can work together for optimal health outcomes?
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A newborn with fever and tremorsIn a newborn nursery, a newborn boy shows signs of irritability, high tone, and tremors on day of life 1. His mother’s past medical history is significant for preeclampsia, previous opiate and cocaine abuse, and current tobacco use and she was incarcerated during the pregnancy. What's the diagnosis?
