Common Childhood Illnesses: Prevention, Treatment, and When To See the Pediatrician
- posted: Dec. 14, 2023
Leading Pediatric Medical Doctors in MD
Pediatrician specialists Dr. Farnoush Jamali and Dr. Hanieh Jafarieh care for children at Prime Pediatrics in Gaithersburg, MD serving Rockville and Germantown, MD, and surrounding areas. Our doctors are compassionate about healthcare for children while helping and supporting parents.
Our doctors are highly experienced, skilled in diagnosing and treating childhood diseases, licensed and board-certified by the American Board of Pediatrics. They follow the recommendations for scheduled well visits, sick visits, and immunization by the CDC and The American Board of Pediatrics.
Our doctors are here today to discuss common childhood illnesses, prevention, treatment, and when to see us.
Common Childhood Illnesses
Our pediatrician specialists at Prime Pediatrics in Gaithersburg, MD serving Rockville and Germantown, MD admits, no one wants to see a sick child. However, the reality is that your child will become ill at some point, especially when they start school.
The following are the more common illnesses.
- Sore throat/strep throat
- Ear infections/ear pain
- Urinary tract infection
- Skin infections
- Upper/lower respiratory infections/bronchitis/pneumonia/common cold
- Generalized body pain
- Bacterial sinusitis
- Flu
- Chickenpox
- Pink eye/eye infections
Prevention
Prevention starts with teaching children good hygiene habits early, and it is well worth your effort and hard work to see a healthy child.
- Make/keep scheduled well-child visits
- Immunize your child
- Excellent balanced meals
- Safe exercises
- Wash hands before meals/after using the toilet, playing outside
- Coughing/sneezing/covering mouth
- Disinfect toys/community items
Treatment
Treatment depends on the illness and could include antibiotic therapy/child NSAIDS/Tylenol/cough suppressants/lab tests/X-rays/eye drops/possible hospitalization/and monitoring.
When To See Our Doctors
If you are unsure if a sick visit is needed, practice caution regarding an ill child. Call us, and we can guide your decision.
- Persistent fever/pain
- Breathing difficulty/wheezing
- Severe head, stomach ache
- Eye discharge
- Constant runny nose/cough/green, yellow mucus production
- Persistent vomiting/diarrhea/nausea/not eating/drinking
- Blood in urine/stool
- Stiff neck/fatigue/worsening condition
- Exposure to a contagious illness
- Increased thirst/urination
Seeking Quality Pediatric Medical Doctors? Call Us Today
If you seek a quality pediatrician for your child in Gaithersburg, MD serving Rockville and Germantown, MD, and surrounding areas, call Dr. Jamali and Dr. Hanieh today at Prime Pediatrics at (301) 977-2440 to schedule your child's appointment. We can't wait to meet you and your child and find it a privilege to keep them in the best health possible.
If you are pregnant and seeking a quality pediatric doctor for your unborn infant, please make an appointment and see us before your baby arrives. We care for your infant from the get-go and want them to remain with us on their growth and development journey.
If you have further questions, please feel free to sit and discuss them with our doctors at your appointment. We can't wait to meet your family.
- posted: Dec. 14, 2023
Leading Pediatric Medical Doctors in MD
Pediatrician specialists Dr. Farnoush Jamali and Dr. Hanieh Jafarieh care for children at Prime Pediatrics in Gaithersburg, MD serving Rockville and Germantown, MD, and surrounding areas. Our doctors are compassionate about healthcare for children while helping and supporting parents.
Our doctors are highly experienced, skilled in diagnosing and treating childhood diseases, licensed and board-certified by the American Board of Pediatrics. They follow the recommendations for scheduled well visits, sick visits, and immunization by the CDC and The American Board of Pediatrics.
Our doctors are here today to discuss common childhood illnesses, prevention, treatment, and when to see us.
Common Childhood Illnesses
Our pediatrician specialists at Prime Pediatrics in Gaithersburg, MD serving Rockville and Germantown, MD admits, no one wants to see a sick child. However, the reality is that your child will become ill at some point, especially when they start school.
The following are the more common illnesses.
- Sore throat/strep throat
- Ear infections/ear pain
- Urinary tract infection
- Skin infections
- Upper/lower respiratory infections/bronchitis/pneumonia/common cold
- Generalized body pain
- Bacterial sinusitis
- Flu
- Chickenpox
- Pink eye/eye infections
Prevention
Prevention starts with teaching children good hygiene habits early, and it is well worth your effort and hard work to see a healthy child.
- Make/keep scheduled well-child visits
- Immunize your child
- Excellent balanced meals
- Safe exercises
- Wash hands before meals/after using the toilet, playing outside
- Coughing/sneezing/covering mouth
- Disinfect toys/community items
Treatment
Treatment depends on the illness and could include antibiotic therapy/child NSAIDS/Tylenol/cough suppressants/lab tests/X-rays/eye drops/possible hospitalization/and monitoring.
When To See Our Doctors
If you are unsure if a sick visit is needed, practice caution regarding an ill child. Call us, and we can guide your decision.
- Persistent fever/pain
- Breathing difficulty/wheezing
- Severe head, stomach ache
- Eye discharge
- Constant runny nose/cough/green, yellow mucus production
- Persistent vomiting/diarrhea/nausea/not eating/drinking
- Blood in urine/stool
- Stiff neck/fatigue/worsening condition
- Exposure to a contagious illness
- Increased thirst/urination
Seeking Quality Pediatric Medical Doctors? Call Us Today
If you seek a quality pediatrician for your child in Gaithersburg, MD serving Rockville and Germantown, MD, and surrounding areas, call Dr. Jamali and Dr. Hanieh today at Prime Pediatrics at (301) 977-2440 to schedule your child's appointment. We can't wait to meet you and your child and find it a privilege to keep them in the best health possible.
If you are pregnant and seeking a quality pediatric doctor for your unborn infant, please make an appointment and see us before your baby arrives. We care for your infant from the get-go and want them to remain with us on their growth and development journey.
If you have further questions, please feel free to sit and discuss them with our doctors at your appointment. We can't wait to meet your family.