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Ear Problems Should My Child Be Treated for Fluid Buildup in the Middle Ear

… antihistamines, and other over-the-counter cold medicines usually don't help treat or prevent fluid in the middle ear. Check with the doctor before giving these medicines to your child. Experts say not to give … will take a pill or a liquid for several days until all the medicine is gone. Ear tubes: Your child will be asleep …
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Toe Foot and Ankle Injuries

… cast), a special shoe (orthotic device), physiotherapy, or medicine. In some cases, surgery is needed. Treatment … like artificial joints, plates or screws, catheters, and medicine pumps. Yes Diabetes, immune problems, peripheral … closer attention to certain symptoms and seek care sooner. Medicines you take . Certain medicines, such as blood …
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Finger Hand and Wrist Injuries

… for a finger, hand, or wrist injury may include first aid, medicine, and "buddy-taping" for support. It also may … like artificial joints, plates or screws, catheters, and medicine pumps. Yes Diabetes, immune problems, peripheral … closer attention to certain symptoms and seek care sooner. Medicines you take . Certain medicines, such as blood …
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Nearsightedness Should I Have Laser Surgery

… while the skin cells heal. Your doctor will give you pain medicine if you need it. Most people see better very soon … Staff Primary Medical Reviewer Kathleen Romito MD - Family Medicine Primary Medical Reviewer Anne C. Poinier MD - Internal Medicine Primary Medical Reviewer Adam Husney MD - Family …
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Mitral Valve Regurgitation

… treated? For chronic mitral regurgitation, you may take medicines to treat problems caused by the regurgitation or … how well the valve and the heart are working. You may take medicine to treat problems caused by the regurgitation. Or you may take medicine to treat a heart problem that's causing it. Your …
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Violent Behaviour in Children and Teens

… Medical Review: William H. Blahd Jr. MD, FACEP - Emergency Medicine Kathleen Romito MD - Family Medicine H. Michael O'Connor MD - Emergency Medicine Louis Pellegrino MD - Developmental Pediatrics …
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Bowel Disease Caring for Your Ostomy

… Staff Medical Review: E. Gregory Thompson MD - Internal Medicine Brian D. O'Brien MD - Internal Medicine Adam Husney MD - Family Medicine Arvydas D. Vanagunas MD - Gastroenterology Kenneth …
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Newborn Rashes and Skin Conditions

… Susan C. Kim MD - Pediatrics Thomas M. Bailey MD - Family Medicine Kathleen Romito MD - Family Medicine Adam Husney MD - Family Medicine John Pope MD - Pediatrics Current as of: March 1, …
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Healthy Eating Starting a Plan for Change

… Staff Medical Review: Kathleen Romito MD - Family Medicine Anne C. Poinier MD - Internal Medicine Adam Husney MD - Family Medicine Rhonda O'Brien MS, RD, CDE - Certified Diabetes …
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Prostate Cancer Should I Have Radiation or Surgery for Localized Prostate Cancer

… Bleeding. Infection. Reactions to anesthesia or other medicines. Death (rare). Prostatectomy also may cause … Primary Medical Reviewer E. Gregory Thompson MD - Internal Medicine Primary Medical Reviewer Adam Husney MD - Family Medicine Primary Medical Reviewer Kathleen Romito MD - …