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• posted: Mar. 16, 2022
• Fever

A fever is one symptom that often leaves parents feeling unsure of what to do. Your child feels hot so you grab the thermometer and, lo and behold, they have a Read More

• posted: Feb. 28, 2022
• Peanut Allergy

In the past 15 years, we’ve seen a massive increase in the number of children with peanuts allergies, so it goes without saying that most parents are worried about giving Read More

• posted: Jan. 28, 2022
• Chickenpox

The infamous chickenpox, a virus known to cause itchy blisters all over the body. It most often happens to school-age kids, but unfortunately, if you’ve never had this infection as Read More

• posted: Jan. 21, 2022
• Child's Doctor,  Children Doctor

Parents adore their children and when it comes to their health and development, a child’s well-being should be front and center. Among other things, this means taking your child to Read More

• posted: Jan. 11, 2022
• Pediatrician

Whether you're expecting your first child or need a new doctor for your children, finding the right pediatrician is crucial. Fortunately, your Gaithersburg, MD, pediatrician, Dr. Farnoush Jamali of Prime Read More

• posted: Jan. 03, 2022
• UTI,  Urinary Tract Infections

When bacteria enter the bladder or the kidneys this can result in a urinary tract infection. Unfortunately, UTIs are quite common in infants and kids, so it’s important to recognize Read More

• posted: Nov. 04, 2021
• Concussion

A concussion is a traumatic brain injury that occurs as a result of a blow to the head. Since concussions can be serious, it’s important that you’re able to recognize Read More

• posted: Sep. 01, 2021
• HFMD,  Hand-Foot-Mouth Disease

Hand, foot and mouth disease isn’t a childhood infection that’s often discussed but should be. After all, this communicable viral infection is more common in young children than most people Read More

• posted: May 27, 2021
• Immunization,  Immunization Schedule

We understand that bringing your child in for a shot certainly isn’t fun for anyone, but keeping your child updated on vaccines is one of the most effective ways to Read More

• posted: Jan. 06, 2021
• Traveling,  Medications,  Travel Insurance,  Social Distancing

Whether you’re simply taking a weekend trip to visit the grandparents, or you and the family are flying internationally, you must know how to keep everyone healthy and safe while Read More

• posted: Apr. 06, 2020
• Coronavirus,  COVID-19,  Tips

On February 11, 2020 the World Health Organization (WHO) announced an official name for the disease that first emerged in Wuhan China, 2019 Coronavirus Disease, or COVID-19. There are currently Read More

• posted: Feb. 13, 2020
• Bronchitis

How your children’s doctors in Gaithersburg, Maryland can help your child feel better. Bronchitis can make your child feel miserable and it can dramatically affect your child’s ability to breathe freely. Read More

• posted: Jan. 23, 2020
• Allergies

Allergies are the immune system's over-reaction to inhalants, pollen, animal dander, drugs, insects, food, air temperature and more. If you suspect your child is dealing with allergies, tell your pediatrician Read More

• posted: Jul. 31, 2019
• Asthma

Find out everything you need to know about childhood asthma and treatments. Has our Gaithersburg, MD, pediatrician Dr. Farnoush Jamali at Prime Pediatrics just recently told you that your child Read More

• posted: Jun. 06, 2019
• Childhood Vaccines

How immunizations from your pediatrician in Gaithersburg, MD, can protect your child You may be wondering about vaccines. Do they work? Are they safe? The truth is, vaccines are one of Read More

• posted: Mar. 26, 2019
• ADHD

You've about Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, or ADHD. You wonder if your child is showing signs of this brain-based disorder. Is he just bratty and disruptive, or is something amiss? Read More