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Full case: 18-day-old female with reported apnea, cyanosis, and decreased feedingOn physical examination, the patient appeared to be in significant respiratory distress. Her oxygen saturation was 96% on high-flow nasal cannula.
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Crossover symptoms of COVID-19 and influenzaAs respiratory viruses and COVID-19 variants lurk seemingly everywhere, here’s how best to detect and differentiate.
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Must-read news from the week of June 27A look at what the Contemporary Pediatrics® team covered this week.
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What does health equity mean?A perspective on the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services Innovation Center roundtable on health equity.
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Adolescent in detention center presents with hallucinationsA 17-year-old boy with a history of anxiety was transported from a juvenile detention center for altered mental status, including hallucinations and agitation. What's the diagnosis?
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Epidural bleeding in an infant with hemophiliaA 7-month-old male with severe hemophilia A (less than 1% factor VIII [FVIII] activity) presented to his pediatrician with fussiness and inability to sleep for 3 days. He had received his influenza vaccine 3 days earlier. What's the diagnosis?
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Banana Boat Hair & Scalp Sunscreen Spray SPF 30 recalledEdgewell Personal Care Company issued a voluntary national recall of 3 collections of Banana Boat Hair & Scalp Sunscreen due to the presence of benzene.
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Food preparation safety: Tips to avoid foodborne illness during ThanksgivingWe’ve compiled a list of key food safety tips that you need to know in order to have a safe, bacteria-free holiday.
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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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How to prevent contagious respiratory infectionsA refresher on best interventions for common respiratory disorders in children.
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Learning disabilities and COVID-19: Where are we now?The pandemic has disrupted academic progress and children with learning disabilities in particular have been impacted. Here is what pediatricians should know to help support literacy and recognize dyslexia.
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Novel, fixed, single-dose formulation to treat adolescent acneTretinoin and benzoyl peroxide Cream, 0.1%/3% (Twyneo; Galderma) , is a breakthrough prescription topical acne treatment that combines the 2 key ingredients tretinoin and benzoyl peroxide.
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Marketing tips for your practiceHarnessing digital marketing tools can help your medical practice grow.
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CPP Patient Case: When to Stop TreatmentKaren O. Klein, MD, and Kent L. Reifschneider, MD, discuss a central precocious puberty (CPP) patient case regarding factors that would lead a physician to either stop treating a patient or continue with treatment.
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Unmet Needs in Managing Atopic DermatitisElizabeth A. Swanson, MD, and Raj. J. Chovatiya, MD, PhD, examine challenges in managing atopic dermatitis and explore the evolving treatment landscape.
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Painful red lumpy legA healthy 4-year-old boy presents with painful deep-seated bumps on the front of his right leg. He also complains of a sore throat for the last 4 days. What's the diagnosis?
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A look at what is in the pipeline for RSV vaccines for childrenHow much progress have we made in developing therapies to treat this common childhood respiratory disorder?
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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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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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Tackling clinical workforce challenges through innovation and effective leadershipAs providers, it’s imperative to reward engagement and build on the successes of the professionals who invest their time and talent into the mission of our organization.
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Reduce patient no-shows with a personalized, digital solution-driven approachBetter technology is good for patient health and the financial health of physicians’ practices.
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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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Sunscreen protection for childrenProtection from the harsh rays of the sun is crucial for everyone—including children. Now that summer has arrived, a refresher course for your patients and their families on sun protection, which can go a long way in preventing skin damage and disorders due to the sun.
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Novel genetic therapies for sickle cell disease and β-thalassemiaAs safe and effective gene-editing and gene-replacement therapies become more attainable, developing the delivery systems that ensure these treatments are equitably available will be equally essential.
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Text message intervention improves influenza vaccine uptake in pediatric populationInfluenza vaccination is especially crucial among children and adolescents with chronic medical conditions that put them at high risk for severe outcomes.
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Prenatal teledentistry: because oral-systemic health links begin in the wombMargaret Scarlett, DDS, and Michelle Strange, MSDH, RDH, outline how a mother's oral health can affect the oral health of her unborn child, and how teledentistry can help mothers access the care they need for themselves and their children.
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Promoting kids’ oral health: How leveraging technology can prevent early childhood cavitiesZhang Meng shares how advancements in technology have helped prevent early cavities in childhood, and how to counsel your young patients on good oral health.
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Hypothermia and abnormal eye movements in a 5-week-old infantA 5-week-old female infant born at 38 weeks presents to her pediatrician with abnormal eye movements. What’s the diagnosis?
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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?
