Despite common knowledge, constipation is one of the most frequent childhood ailments that we see. Most individuals assume that constipation means a complete lack of bowel movements (B.M.) or difficulty having bowel movements. This assumption is not wrong, but it only encompasses one aspect of constipation. In fact, the most common type of constipation that pediatricians see is a child who actually stools once or more a day. For many parents, this is confusing and often not believable. The following information should help to demystify and simplify constipation. [Read more…] about Is your kid F.O.S. – full of stool?
Why Using Your Inhaler, the Right Way Actually Matters
If your child has asthma or another chronic respiratory condition, you are probably familiar with the albuterol inhaler – a small but powerful tool that can bring quick relief during an asthma attack or when they are feeling short of breath.
Let’s be real: inhalers may look simple to use, but using them incorrectly can mean your child is not getting the relief they need.
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The Down Low On Lyme Disease
Warmer weather means the start of tick season. Lyme disease is both a controversial and anxiety-ridden topic for many individuals. We hope that we can provide some information and education to shed light on this very charged topic.
What is Lyme disease?
Lyme disease is caused by Borrelia burgdorferi, which is a bacteria that is transmitted to humans by an infected tick. The type of tick is a black-legged tick (commonly known as a deer tick, Ixodes scapularis). Most of the infected bites are from immature ticks or nymphs. Nymphs are usually less than 2 mm and challenging to see. Adult ticks can transmit Lyme as well, but because they are larger, they tend to be found sooner before infection occurs. [Read more…] about The Down Low On Lyme Disease
Introducing CONNIE…..
Connecticut’s Health Information Exchange
What is Connie and why is it needed?
- Connie is Connecticut’s official Health Information Exchange (HIE). An HIE is a safe, confidential way of sharing health information electronically among doctors’ offices, hospitals, labs, radiology centers, and other healthcare organizations.
- A patient’s journey is not isolated to just one organization or provider, yet their data often is. Using Connie allows us to access health information from all your healthcare providers before determining your care plan. This permits us to deliver safer and more efficient care.
- Providers already share your health records via fax, email, and physical mail. Connie allows this information to be securely shared electronically with your healthcare professionals.
Let’s Talk HPV and Our Defender, the Gardasil Vaccine!
HPV (or human papillomavirus) is a virus that nearly everyone will get at some point in their lives.
According to the CDC, 42 million Americans have the disease-causing strains of HPV, and 13 million teens are newly infected each year. Most of the time, people immediately think of genital warts when they think of HPV. However, HPV is concerning for a much scarier reason. It can lead to cervical, vaginal, vulvar, penile, anal, and throat cancer. Many of the HPV viruses may clear on their own, but if it doesn’t, it can lead to the cancers just mentioned.
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You No-See-Um, but they’re there!! Here’s why your child may have a lump on their neck!
Looking for a Pediatrician?
Look no further! With the addition of FOUR providers, we are here to give the best medical care to your child(ren)! They can’t wait to welcome in new families!!
Seasonal Allergies vs The Common Cold
It’s that time of year again……. seasonal allergies!
Seasonal allergies usually strike at the first signs of spring. This, however, also corresponds to lingering winter colds/illnesses. It can be tricky to figure out the difference.
What are the differences?
Right off, there are a few easy differences between seasonal allergies and common colds. One of the most significant is that a child will not develop a fever with seasonal allergies. In addition, most children with allergies exhibit a lingering runny nose that just never gets better as the days go by. One may see puffy eyes, sneezing, and coughing. [Read more…] about Seasonal Allergies vs The Common Cold