Huffing Hydrocarbons: Inhalant Abuse
Substance abuse is not only an adult patient problem. Alcohol and illegal drug abuse, unfortunately, also afflicts our pediatric population too....
Author: Sean M. Fox
Pleural Effusion and ReExpansion Pulmonary Edema
Respiratory Distress is a common emergent complaint encountered when caring for children. Whether it is Out of Control Asthma or Pneumonia, or Severe Croup...
Pediatric Traumatic Hip Dislocation
Pediatric hip pathology is a common consideration. From SCFE to Legg Calve Perthes Disease and from Septic Arthritis to Osteomyelitis, there are...
Pediatric Urticaria
Urticaria (AKA Hives) are commonly encountered in the ED. When they occur with respiratory distress, vomiting, trouble swallowing / intra-oral swelling,...
Pediatric Paraphimosis
Genital problems are not pleasant for anyone involved, especially the patients. Whether twisted (ex, Ovarian Torsion, Testicular Torsion, Appendix Testis Torsion)...
Loperamide Abuse and Overuse
There are many conditions to consider when dealing with a patient who presents with altered mental status. Is there a significant...
Priapism in Children
The vast majority of the time, caring for patients, particularly children, is extremely rewarding and life affirming. We are among the...
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