Sea Bather’s Eruption

It is summer time here in the US and that brings many unique emergencies to our EDs. It also can lead to some annoyances. Let's review one annoyance that is intensely itchy - Sea Bather's Eruption.

It is summer time here in the US and that brings many unique emergencies to our EDs. It also can lead to some annoyances. Let's review one annoyance that is intensely itchy - Sea Bather's Eruption.

We have learned that viral infections are common, but that they can also cause significant problems. Adenovirus infection in children is both common and it can also cause chaos. Let's take a minute to review this important infection.

The management of the febrile neonate has traditionally included performing a lumbar puncture. With evolving guidelines, is this still necessary?