Nasolacrimal Duct Obstruction
A what? Also known as a tear duct obstruction, a nasolacrimal duct obstruction is when the usual drainage system of one or both eyes is blocked in some way. This can lead to teary and crusted eyes. Who gets…
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A what? Also known as a tear duct obstruction, a nasolacrimal duct obstruction is when the usual drainage system of one or both eyes is blocked in some way. This can lead to teary and crusted eyes. Who gets…
Sticking with genital issues in young children, this week is about labial adhesions. First, let’s talk anatomy. In the area called the vulva (the diaper area in infant girls) if a baby is on her back, first there is…
What are undescended testicles? Also known as cryptorchidism, undescended testicles is a condition where one or both of a boy’s testicles aren’t in the scrotum where they’re supposed to be. About 1-3% of term babies will have this. Wait,…
Developmental dysplasia of the hip (DDH) is a long phrase pediatricians use to talk about babies whose hips aren’t where they’re supposed to be (dislocated). We call it developmental because babies can be born with hips in the right place…
Food allergies are a complex topic, rife with assumptions and without a lot of good studies. Here’s a rundown of what we do know. What is a food allergy? A food allergy is when the body’s immune system consistently…
What are warts? Warts are the ugly bumps some children get mostly on their hands, knees, and feet. They can be different sizes, and can be all by itself, or surrounded by several others. They are mostly skin colored with…
Wait, isn’t this the same thing as asthma? It is also known as exercise induced asthma, but exercised induced bronchospasm (EIB) is separate from asthma. There are children with asthma that also have EIB, and there are children who only…
What is asthma? Asthma is a disease that causes the airways of the lungs to sometimes squeeze closed. There is often excess mucus, and inflammation that can lead to scarring. How do I know if my child has asthma?…
What is the difference between an optometrist and an ophthalmologist? Many people have seen an optometrist at least once in their lives. It’s where you go to look through the giant lens holder and say “1”, or “2” to get…
What is pinkeye? Also known as conjunctivitis, pinkeye is a catchall term for anything that makes the white parts of the eye pink. It can be anything from a little redness in one of the eyes to both eyes glued…