Multiple Sclerosis in Children
Evaluating children in the ED is challenging. They often have a difficult time describing specific symptoms. Moreover, the symptom description is...
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Cecal Volvulus in Children
Abdominal Pain is a common complaint in children and may be due to a wide variety of conditions, both severe and...
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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