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When should a test for mono be done?

My daughter has a fever and a runny nose. Mono is going around in her school, and I have a feeling that she has it as well. What tests can be done to confirm it?
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My 14 year old son sometimes stops breathing in his sleep. Is this an emergency?

My young teenage son snores heavily and sometimes seems to stop breathing in his sleep. I wake him up and he breathes again but it's so frightening to me. Is this an emergency?...
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My son has a very high white blood cell count. What's next?

A recent blood test showed that my 12 year old son has a very high white blood cell count. What could this mean and what will happen next in order to determine what is happening...
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Will my son's gait abnormality be treated?

My son has an abnormal gait when he walk, and we aren't sure how it can be helped. Could something neurological have caused this? How is it usually treated?
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My son gets tired very fast after playing. Could it be a sign of a weak heart?

My son gets tired way too fast while playing with his friends, and sometimes, he gets really short on breath. Could it be a sign of a weak heart?
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What is the treatment for anaphylaxis?

My son twice had anaphylaxis caused by a bee sting. What should ideally be done in such an emergency situation?
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How can I motivate my daughter to lose weight?

My daughter is 13 years old and has gained too much weight. She is now low on confidence and I am finding it hard to help her. Please suggest ways in which I could treat her...
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Are bleeding gums in kids a cause of concern?

My son's gums are bleeding, especially when he brushes his teeth. He is 14 years old. Should I be concerned about his bleeding gums, and what should I do to help him?
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What can I do to help my daughter concentrate better?

My 12 year old daughter just won't concentrate on her studies. What can I do to help her concentrate on, and cope better, with her studies?
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My son has been diagnosed with liver cancer. What should we do next?

My son is only12 years old and has been diagnosed with liver cancer. We are considering various lines of treatment. Is liver replacement an option? I am overwhelmed and terrified....
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How can I get my son to quit smoking?

My son is 14 years old and I recently found out that he has started smoking. What can I do to get him to quit the habit?
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My son has been diagnosed with osteogenesis imperfecta. Can It be treated with a surgery?

My son is 9 years old and has been diagnosed with osteogenesis imperfecta. Can this condition be treated with surgery?
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My son suffers from Cystic Fibrosis. Will this ever be cured?

My son has cystic fibrosis and has been managing it since he was 5 years old. I can't watch him suffer any more. Is there a cure for this disease in the future?
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Will counseling help my son get over his stage fright?

My son is very afraid to be on stage, which is a huge problem because he's in his school band and is unable to play with them during their concerts. Can counseling help him get...
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My daughter is complaining of some pain when she passes urine. What could be wrong?

My daughter is 4 years old and she has been complaining of pain when passing urine. What could be wrong with her?
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Is yogurt helpful in treating colic problems in kids?

Is it healthy to give your my child yogurt? She has colic issues, and I feel like the probiotics would really help her.
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Is hand foot mouth disease dangerous?

My child's preschool has an outbreak of hand-foot-mouth disease. Is this dangerous? How can I prevent my child from getting it?
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Does anesthesia cause any developmental issues in kids?

My son had to be operated under anesthesia for a fall he had. He is just 3 years old. Can the anesthesia trigger any developmental problems in him?
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How can I prevent juvenile arthritis in my daughter?

I had arthritis since I was a kid, and the doctor told me that I could have gotten it from my family history. Is it possible for my daughter to develop it as well? Is there anything...
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Why a pediatric anesthesiologist?

Why should we consider a pediatric anesthesiologist over a regular one? Is there a difference?
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