Nikta Forghani, MD, explains when irregular menstrual cycles warrant evaluation and how pediatricians can identify PCOS and relative energy deficiency.
|Articles|November 15, 2021
What's new on Contemporary Pediatrics: November 15 to 19
A look at what to expect from Contemporary Pediatrics this week
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Not every vaccine is required, some are just strongly recommended. Here's what to know about the meningitis B, human papillomavirus, influenza, hepatitis A, and COVID-19 vaccines.
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Plus, a look at the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention's vaccination schedule for children and teenagers.
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Lower maternal PlGF in the third trimester was tied to child ADHD in a University of Iowa cohort, independent of preeclampsia and FGR.
A Contemporary Pediatrics Peer Exchange panel reviews RSV risk, testing, maternal vaccination, and long-acting monoclonal antibodies, and where infants still slip through the cracks.
In a meta-analysis of 46 RCTs, behavioral interventions modestly improved HbA1c in youth with T1D; family-focused approaches worked best.
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Missed the AAP's new pediatric UTI guideline? This easy-to-read FAQ covers the key changes in diagnosis, treatment, imaging, and prevention.
Christina Boull, MD, explains how pediatricians can recognize dermatologic conditions in darker skin tones and address pigment changes and treatment gaps.
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