Pityriasis Alba

Small pale spots on the face. Called Pityriasis Alba (PA)

Pinworm Seen

A tiny, harmless worm that lives in the colon (large bowel). It causes itching of the anus.

Picky Eater

A picky eater refuses certain foods. He won’t try new foods. Vegetables and meats are the most common ones. You are not concerned about how much he eats or his appetite.

Perioral Food Rash

A rash around the mouth from contact with food. Mostly seen in babies and toddlers

Penis – Contact Dermatitis

Rash on the male genitals (penis or scrotum).

Pacifiers

A pacifier is an artificial nipple for a baby to suck on. It can be used when they are not hungry.

Overweight Toddler – Preventing Over-Feeding and Over-Eating

Currently 10% of 2 to 5 year old children in the U.S. are overweight. The main cause is over-eating. Overeating means eating more calories daily than are needed for normal growth and activity.

Overweight Older Child – Prevention and Treatment

Your child is gaining weight too fast or: Your child looks chubby or fat or: Your child doesn’t like sports because his weight makes it hard keep up or: Your child is getting teased about his weight.

Oral Allergy Syndrome

A minor allergic reaction to some raw fruits and vegetables. Causes itching and swelling only to the lips and tongue

Nosebleed

Bleeding from 1 or both nostrils. Not caused by an injury.