DNB, PDCC
Dr. Supriya Mahajan is a pediatrician and pediatric hepatologist with 16 years of experience. She completed her MBBS fromShyam Shah Medical Collegeand diploma from the National Board of Education, New Delhi. She went on to gain specialization in the gut and liver-related diseases in children from the Institute of Liver and Biliary Sciences and MRCPCH 1, 2 from the Royal College of Pediatrics and Child Health (RCPCH), UK. Dr. Mahajan bagged the ‘Outstanding Resident Award’ from the Indian Academy of Pediatrics in 2017. She has been associated with government and private hospitals in New Delhi and has a YouTube channel on her name, where she discusses child and baby care. She also co-owns an educational YouTube channel - Scienticaa, which explains science concepts to students.
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The breech presentation occurs during delivery when the baby\'s buttocks, feet, or both emerge first from the birth canal. The birth position may increase the risk of birth defects or congenital malformations. Breech babies\' birth defects may vary from physical issues to genetic disorders. Babies born breech do not move their heads down towards the birth canal as the due date approaches to be born with vertex presentation. About 3-4% of full-term infants are born with breech presentation (1). Despite the presence of a breech presentation, not all babies born with it may develop birth defects. [mj-toc] Types Of Breech Babies [caption id="attachment_812800" align="alignnone" width="720"] Image: Shutterstock[/caption] There are three types of breech positions (2). Frank breech: This is the most common breech position where buttocks are delivered first. Legs are positioned up in front of the body and feet near the head. Complete breech: The buttocks are presented near the birth canal. The knees are bent, and the feet...
The American Academy of Pediatrics opposes the use of weight loss pills for teens and adolescents without a doctor’s prescription. Hence, teens should not use weight loss pills that can be purchased over the counter or online. Weight loss pills or medicines may help resolve health issues caused by being overweight or obese. However, it is essential to understand that weight loss pills cannot replace a healthy diet or physical activity but may work as an adjunctive therapy (1) (2). Read this post to learn about the types, usage, risks, and precautions for teen weight loss pills. [mj-toc] Do Weight Loss Pills Work On Teens? [caption id="attachment_881344" align="alignnone" width="720"] Image: iStock[/caption] Prescription weight loss medications may work in cases where lifestyle changes alone are insufficient or ineffective for optimum weight management. Doctors may usually prescribe these medications to those who: Are overweight and have additional health problems such as high blood pressure or diabetes Have a genetic condition that causes...
Knowing the right Tylenol dosing for infants is important to avoid over dosage or other side effects. Tylenol is an over-the-counter (OTC) medicine prescribed to babies either as an analgesic (pain-relieving medicine) or an antipyretic (medicines used to treat fever). Infants’ Tylenol should be preferred over Tylenol tablets for babies and young children as the tablets might cause a choking hazard. Therefore, it is advisable to give Tylenol to your baby only under the instruction of your healthcare professional. Read on to know about the Tylenol dosage instructions for infants, its potential risks, and safe administration techniques [mj-toc] When To Give Tylenol To A Baby? [caption id="attachment_886526" align="alignnone" width="720"] Image: Shutterstock[/caption] The medicine should be administered when the baby has a fever. According to the American Academy of Pediatrics, fever is considered in babies when their body temperature is more than 100.4°F (38°C) (1). This treatment can effectively manage fever by acting as a fever reducer. According to the manufacturer,...
感冒和其他呼吸道感染歧视l under common diseases in children. Children usually contract common childhood illnesses, such as sore throat, skin infections, and ear infections at some point. Although curable, a few diseases might result in complications, morbidity, and mortality if diagnosis and treatment are delayed. Thus, parents and caregivers must be aware of common childhood illnesses to seek proper care on time. The below post helps you understand the common childhood diseases, their symptoms, treatments, and preventive measures. [mj-toc] Common Childhood Illnesses: Their Symptoms And Treatments Being aware of the common childhood illnesses can help you understand what illness your child might be having and provide proper treatment. Note: The information given in this post is for the sole purpose of making parents aware of the common illnesses in children. Seek a healthcare provider\'s consultation or advice to diagnose and treat any illness in children. According to the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP), some of the most...
Leukemia is the cancer of blood cells and usually originates in the bone marrow, where blood cells form. When a teen has leukemia, the cancer cells divide and abnormally grow in the bone marrow and then migrate to the bloodstream. The cells are mostly immature white blood cells that replicate rapidly, suppressing the functioning of normal cells. Leukemia in a teenager is the most common type of cancer, accounting for at least one in three childhood cancer diagnoses. Leukemia symptoms in teenagers may vary as per the type. Although most teens develop acute forms of leukemia, very few cases of chronic leukemia are reported (1). Read on to learn more about the types, causes, symptoms, diagnosis, treatment, and outcomes of leukemia in teens. [mj-toc] Types Of Leukemia In Teens [caption id="attachment_880666" align="alignnone" width="720"] Image: iStock[/caption] Most leukemias seen in teenagers are acute and must be diagnosed and treated quickly to avoid disease progression. Leukemia is classified based on the type...