I hope your little one feels better soon.

I have a question for you.

Ivy has a petichial rash (we are in the hospital) and it is not meningococcal. Wondering what else it could be, right now. It is in her hairline, some on her face, on her arms, hands and on her feet. I guess the other thing is she is septic, so wondering if this could be related.

Another question… I have been trying to word this properly but can’t seem to get it right, so hope you understand me. If Ivy has no pneumococcal antibodies to speak of, would that make a blood test looking for strep markers null and void?

Thanks for medicine Mondays, it is very interesting!

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1. Part B of previous question. What are symptoms of WNV?

2. How should I disipline my 15 month old as far as hitting other kids at school is concerned? Was told she had some alone time today because he hid another toddler and pulled her off a toy outside, (of course it is the teachers kid!)

She has an older brother that is a bit pushy and I think she is projecting on other kids.

Thanks.

Oh, Melissa, read last Weeks Medicine Monday on anemia. Dr. C put a link to iron enriched foods instead of iron drops, I think.

Question: A friend’s child just had her 2 year check up at Kaiser and had blood work done showing her child’s iron levels were low. She was told to begin giving her daughter children’s vitamins with iron. However, Asher didn’t have this blood work done when he had his 2 year appointment at your old office. What is your opinion on vitamin supplements for toddlers? Asher’s a pretty good eater, though he’s not a big fan of meat. I can usually get a veggie or two in him, but his favorites are fruit, yogurt, and oatmeal.

Hope you’re feeling better!

Melissa

I am not only a lurker, but a devoted subscriber. Yours is the ONLY blog to which I subscribe where I rarely leave comments – for one reason only: I don’t want to take your time in feeling that you need to respond, especially since there are SO MANY people who require your advice!

So, from now on, I will leave an occasional comment. But please, particularly in your case, rest assured that I WILL return if you do not respond.

Best to you,

Rita

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1. Should bug spray be used on kids anytime they go outside?

A case of West Nile Virus was found in a dead bird in our neighborhood. A bit crazy!

2. For toddlers, is there a given amount of fatty acids they should have for good brain development? Are supplements available and ever necessary?

With my daughters dairy, egg, and nut allergies, the fatty acids she can intake are limited. She eats a lot of avocados. What are other good sources?

3. Do most kids regress with potty training after going for months?

My son tells us that he doesn’t have to go pee when he clearly does. Is this a power struggle?

Ok, have a good week everyone.

Kat- Hi welcome back! We’ll all be better with a little rest and plenty of fluids. But then again who wouldn’t!

Saying a prayer for good health and many blessings for you and yours. Take care of yourself please and get some rest to bounce back.

Love Kathleen in Memphis, TN

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Unrelated question, did you design your header? I like it.

I can’t think of any pediatric questions for today. But now I know where to go when I do! I have a daughter who is eight.

I hope you had a great vacation in Hawaii. I’d love to go sometime. I’d love to live there sometime! At least for a few months. Or years.

Ellen

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Rita- Your so sweet. I was wondering who my lurkers were. Every day I see more and more people or coming but my comments stay with the same people. It’s nice to hear from you!