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Croup- a common viral infection

by Tom Seman MD FAAP January 31st, 2025 | Children's Health, Pediatrician on Call





Croup is a common viral infection whose season is typically between October/November and April and results in the usual stuffy nose, low-moderate grade fever, hoarse voice and a sore throat. The distinguishing symptom that characterizes croup is the cough. The cough is described as seal-like or bark-like (sharp, medium-pitched cough in short bursts). The cough generally occurs between 7PM-7AM. Occasionally, the cough can show up during the day after some screaming, crying, or hearty laughing.





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Children and the Holidays

by Tom Seman MD FAAP December 27th, 2024 | Pediatrician on Call





A parent asked me to explain why the holidays are always so stressful and bring out such bad behaviors in her child. Also, how could she show the child the true meaning of the holiday without lecturing?





Well, it is time for the holidays. No matter what religion one may practice, the main aspects of all of the holidays is faith, family, and the belief in miracles. The holidays present a variety of stressors and opportunities for a child. The many outings, parties, sweets, and altered bedtimes, even when

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Children and Healthy Eating

by Tom Seman MD FAAP August 16th, 2024 | Children's Health, Pediatrician on Call





A healthy lifestyle begins with healthy eating and nutrition, but what constitutes healthy eating? The answer is not as difficult as it seems; eat smart and in moderation. What does eat smart mean?





Healthy eating should start at birth. When a child is only a few months old, she eats the healthiest she most likely ever will. All of the child's nutrition is cared for, and the child is very willing to eat it. We, as parents, then start introducing solid foods often between 4 - 6 months of age.

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Summer Tips for Children

by Tom Seman MD FAAP May 31st, 2024 | Pediatrician on Call

How can I make summer more enjoyable for my child?





June is almost here, a time of endings and new beginnings, where children are finishing their school year and entering vacation. The many complaints of waking up early and getting ready for the bus or carpool are gone, thankfully. Days filled with schedules and routines have ended, and the children should be happy and ready to have fun. But wait, they are now complaining about nothing to do. Some seem restless, maybe even a little irritable or anxious. Why?





Well, there are a few

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Styes on the Eyes

by Tom Seman MD FAAP January 26th, 2024 | Children's Health, Pediatrician on Call





My son gets styes on his eyes frequently. Could there be an underlying condition, or is this something that I really shouldn't worry a lot about? Also, is there anything special I can do to treat them at home?





They say that eyes are the windows to the soul. Unfortunately something so important that is used continuously is often prone to minor problems. One of the most common is a stye. A stye, also known as a hordeolum (pronounced "hor-dee-OH-lum"), is a red sore lump near the

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