Streptococcal pharyngitis is an infection caused by a bacteria called Streptococcus pyogenes, also called Group A Streptococcus. Recently we discussed Strep throat infections and how its complications can have devastating effects on the family. Fortunately, this infection can be treated with antibiotics. Today I will talk about the antibiotic treatment of strep throat and what […]
Pertussis is a serious bacterial infection caused by Bordetella pertussis. Just as we have apps for most things these days, there is a vaccine for it and you may be literally “playing with fire” and leaving your child at risk for many other conditions that are life-threatening if you decide not to vaccinate your child.
Many parents worry about Strep throat infections in their children. As a pediatric practice, we are often swabbing children for a rapid strep test and strep throat culture. The reasons are not far-fetched and any worried parent is indeed justified to be. The reason is that this infection can lead to some very serious complications,
There are many stages of development of the child that children go through as they mature. It may be confusing for the parents sometimes especially the inexperienced parent. Below are rare video clips from the CDC showing different developmental milestones in children from early infancy. Skills such as taking a first step, smiling for the
Our clinic is one of the leading destinations for children’s health in Roswell and Alpharetta. Today’s post is about falls and injury prevention. Falling is a normal part of a young child’s development as they learn to walk, climb, jump, run and play. Fortunately, most children who fall are not injured, other than a few
Georgia AAP Communication September 26, 2016 School-based Influenza Clinics in Georgia and an Update on Egg Allergies and Influenza Vaccine Administration As has been the case for the past few years, schools throughout Georgia will be working with local county health departments to administer influenza vaccine in the school setting. We know that the best
Georgia AAP Communication September 19, 2016 Guidance for Palivizumab Prophylaxis among Infants and Young Children at Increased Risk of Hospitalization for Respiratory Syncytial Virus Infection September 19, 2016 There have been no changes in the recommendations for palivizumab prophylaxis among infants and young children at increased risk of hospitalization for respiratory syncytial virus infection for
Influenza remains a common infection in the United States and the main reason is because it is a contagious viral illness, is spread by contact and droplet. There are two species of influenza, Influenza A and Influenza B however for our purposes and for the most part bot are often managed the same way. Every
The focus of every parent is the welfare of their children. It is the goal of every parent to nurture their children in an environment of healthy well-being. Indeed, one of the challenges of parenting is putting their children’s health at the fore. We have read a lot about children’s health on the internet, on
