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Multiple episodes of repetitive vomiting in a 5-year-old boyA 5-year-old boy with a history of asthma presented for a 1-year history of multiple episodes of emesis. What's the diagnosis?
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Masters of pediatric dermatology course offered to healthcare providersThe fully online training program, the MOPD Foundations of Pediatric Dermatology Certificate Course, was created by the founders of the Masters of Pediatric Dermatology (MOPD) Symposium and includes lectures, presentations, and downloadable resources for clinicians.
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How to identify common pediatric vulvar conditionsUnderstanding signs, symptoms helps determine the best treatment regimen.
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A fever, liver abnormalities, and pancytopeniaA previously healthy 5-week-old former term newborn male presented to the emergency department with the chief complaint of fever ranging from 101-104°F for 2 days. He also had been fussy and not been eating well. The infant remained febrile despite his mother’s administration of Infant Tylenol every 4 hours at home. His mother denied any cough, rhinorrhea, bleeding or bruising, diarrhea, vomiting, and reported stool and urine had been normal. What's the diagnosis?
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Empiric selection of lipid emulsion in hospitalized neonatesLipid emulsions available on the market have evolved over time. Here's the latest information.
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Direct oral anticoagulants for venous thromboembolism in pediatricsA review of current guidelines in treatment and thromboprophylaxis.
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Puzzler: 14-year-old with asthma, vomiting, and vape use presents with chest painCan you diagnose this patient?
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The latest Rx for sickle cell and oncologyA look at the most recent treatments for sickle cell disease and the latest pediatric oncology approvals.
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A case of acute psychosis that will make your head spinA 12-year-old previously healthy male was transferred to a children's hospital from a psychiatric unit for new onset psychosis and an abnormal electroencephalogram. What's the diagnosis?
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Updates on pediatric dermatologyDermatologic findings in the age of COVID-19, plus lots more at the 2020 American Academy of Pediatrics National Conference & Exhibition.
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Looking at the scalp and nails during a skin exam is keyA presentation from the 2021 virtual American Academy of Pediatrics Conference & Exhibition urges including examination of the scalp and nails during any skin exam.
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Full case: 21-month-old with history of “skin tags” on her gluteal cleftRead the full case presentation of a 21-month-old with a history of "skin tags" involving her gluteal cleft,noted at birth.
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Could fever improve COVID-19 outcomes?Most fevers are good, not bad. Here’s why pediatricians should respect fever.
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Impact of cannabis legalization on prenatal marijuana useFindings from a study in JAMA Network Open reveal valuable insight into the way cannabis legalization has impacted the perceptions of pregnant women who use cannabis in the US.
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Boy presents with fatigue, minimal responsivity, and diffuse muscle weaknessAn 11-year-old boy with a history of asthma and allergic rhinitis presented to the emergency department (ED) with worsening fatigue, minimal responsivity to external stimuli, and diffuse muscle weakness for 2 months.
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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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Suspicious facial swelling in a 22-month-old girlA 22-month-old female patient with sickle cell disease on folic acid and penicillin prophylaxis with a 3-day history of nasal congestion, rhinorrhea, fever and decreased oral intake presents to the emergency department (ED) for acute facial swelling noted when she woke up from a nap. What's the diagnosis?
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Treating an 18-month-old who tested positive for cannabis exposureAs more and more states legalize recreational marijuana, caregivers need to be vigilant about keeping products out of reach of children.
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Severe malnutrition in a female adolescentA 19-year-old young woman presents with rapid onset weight loss. What's the diagnosis?
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Is the plague of mass school shootings in the US here to stay?Unless there are substantive societal changes at many levels, the answer may be yes.
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Alternative and complementary medicines in pediatric careThe use of complementary and alternative medicine (CAM) for pediatric care dates to the ancient Egyptians and remains popular with patients, parents, and providers seeking a holistic approach to pediatric care.
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Return to sports for adolescents and children after recovery from COVID-19Coronavirus 2019 disease (COVID-19) is often mild, but can lead to cardiovascular harm. Ensuring the safe return to sports by affected children will be a necessity.
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Child welfare: Now that we know better, let’s do betterImprovement in access to mental health resources for children would decrease vicarious trauma of foster parents and social workers via improved living and working conditions.
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Camille Walker, Sacheen Harris discuss hearing loss, screenings, and testing in primary careWalker and Harris emphasize the importance of early hearing loss detection, screening, and intervention to support optimal child development.
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Bad to the bone: A case of altered mental statusA 5-year-old female with no significant past medical history presented to the emergency department in 2016 with altered mental status, decreased activity, fever, and decreased oral intake. What's the diagnosis?
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Infantile spasms: A frontline guide for pediatriciansDelaying diagnosis and treatment for this early childhood disorder can lead to worse outcomes, so early recognition is crucial.
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mRNA technology: Where we have been, and where we are goingThis article discusses past and future development of mRNA vaccines, and how they have been used throughout the COVID-19 pandemic.
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Staying ahead of the competition: 7 methods physicians can useToday's hospitals and medical practices face the challenge of remaining relevant in an extremely dynamic, competitive, and evolving market.
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Diagnosis and treatment of cannabinoid hyperemesis syndromeHere is what pediatric health care providers need to know about this often debilitating disorder.
