Monday update February 25th

This week is very similar to last week.

Flu continues to be around but diminishing.  It is still worth while for babies to get their 2nd shot this season. Once they have one season where they have had two shots they are considered "primed" and they will only need one a year in the future.

We are still seeing some vomiting and diarrhea. I did have two little patients who were dehydrated and needed IV hydration from the ER.
If your child won't keep down even little sips and seems very lethargic, they need to be seen.

We are still seeing tons of kids with colds and coughs. Many of these folks have a few days of moderate fevers. I wish I could tell you how long the cough lasts, but it is still lingering and lingering. If your child seems wheezy please give us a call.
For all you nebulizer users out there, if you have been using the same tubing for more than 6 months it is time to get a new set.
I have given the Noe Valley Walgreens a standing order to refill tubing for my patients. If it is one of the regular pharmacy staff members you should have no trouble ( tell them Nurse Judy sent you)

We have also seem lots of kids with ear infections. Many of these kids have had one and off colds for several weeks and have finally succumbed.
If your child has been congested and all of a sudden you are seeing a new onset of fever, fussiness or trouble sleeping, it is worth having those ears looked at.

I am still seeing lots and lots of slap cheek ( also known as fifth disease) There is often an on and off fever, rashy kid and red cheek. It is rare for this illness to get me alarmed ( although some kids can seem pretty sick with it)

Dr Anne is STILL PREGNANT!!
I will certainly have a different report for you by next week.


Stay well
Judy