Patient resources

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.

Rash on the male genitals (penis or scrotum).

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

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.

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.

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

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

Child put a foreign body (FB) in their nose. The child tells the parent or the parent see a strange object in child’s nose. Your doctor or nurse says it is safe to try to remove it at home. That’s only helpful for small, harmless objects.

Injuries to the inside or outside of the nose.

An allergic reaction of the nose. Main symptoms are an itchy nose, clear discharge and sneezing.

Common questions asked about newborn noises, reflexes and behaviors. These are normal and not signs of illness.

How infections and other serious diseases can present in newborns

Common questions asked about normal skin rashes in newborns. Note: Mongolian spots and birthmarks are not covered here.

Common questions asked about normal birthmarks in newborns. Note: Rashes such as baby acne are not covered here.

Common questions asked about the normal newborn’s appearance and body