Pre-school | Health

My son has a couple of sores on his tongue. I talked to his pediatrician and he suggests Benadryl and Mylanta to coat the ulcers in his mouth. My son is 2 and he has had this before. My question is what are they, how are they caused, and how can this be prevented?
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My 3-year-old granddaughter makes herself throw up when she is finished eating and wants to get down from the table. This happens most of the time when eating out. Her parents have tried all types of punishments but none seem to work. Could this be a physical or emotional problem? Right before she throws up, she burps big.
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My son is 2 years old and has been diagnosed with PDD-NOS. I have vaccinated my son at all appropriate times. My question is: Should children in general be vaccinated when they are ill? I believe in vaccinations — they save many lives — but I'm wondering if any other parents had their children vaccinated while they were sick. I also wonder how many children are taking antibiotics and get vaccinated during that time. Are there any guidelines to vaccinating children? If so, are they being followed? Why do doctors press for vaccinations on time even if a child is sick with a cold?
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My 2-year-old son has what is called a corneal dermoid. He goes to an eye specialist every six months for an eye exam and has his eyes dilated, etc. His doctor recommends having the dermoid removed before he gets old enough to be in school. The dermoid does bother his eye, and he rubs it from time to time. We had decided to go ahead and have it removed now while he is still young. The problem is my son will not sit still -- he screams and kicks during the exam and the vision test. What can I do to help him get over this reaction? The vision test did not turn out because he would not leave the electrodes in place.
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I have a baby who is 2 1/2 years old. For quite a few months I have noticed what looks like a wart underneath his foot, by his sole. It seems pretty deep. Should I try and use a wart remover? I already tried a corn remover, and it removed some dead skin, but this looks like tiny holes, like a wart. Please advise. Also, does this hurt for him to walk on?
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My son is 2 1/2 years old. He has really bad eczema, and the doctor says we can't do anything but keep it moist. My son is always scratching. It's all over his face, in his armpits, and on his back and legs. I feel so helpless.
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My daughter is 2 years old. Do I still need to use Dreft (or similar) detergent? I don't know at what age I can use regular laundry detergent without affecting her skin.
Read Do my 2-year-old's things need to be washed with baby laundry detergent?

Some of the very itchiest rashes our kids can get come from these three sources: poison ivy, poison oak, and poison sumac. Helping our kids feel better may involve something as simple as a cold compress. Get more tips and information.
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Ouch! Our little one got a knock on the noggin, and that goose egg that sometimes follows is quite a sight. While most head bumps aren't serious, it's a good idea to know which ones need medical attention. Learn more.
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