Lung Abscess in Children
Most pneumonias in children resolve after appropriate therapy. It is good for us, however, to consider complications that may occur. Let's take a minute to review Lung Abscess in Children.
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Preauricular Pits and Infection
Preauricular pits are a common congenital malformation that can become complicated. Let's review how to help manage them appropriately in the Emergency Department.
Hidradenitis Suppurativa in Children
We manage many skin infections in the Pediatric ED. From Tinea Capitis to Perianal Strep, we see infections from the top to the bottom. Some are fun to say, like Intertrigo, while others are scary to see, like Staph Scalded…
Spinal Epidural Abscess in Children
Sometimes our medical training may steer us astray. Fortunately through our continued education and experience (and maybe a Morsel or seven) we can overcome these shortcomings and detect some of the covert dangerous conditions. Retropharyngeal abscess is a good example:…
Pediatric Breast Mass and Abscess
Emergency Medicine is very complex, but it also can be rather straight forward. If there is a fish hook in there, then take it out. If there is is bead in the nose, then get it out. If there is…
Neonatal Mastitis
We have previously discussed my distrust of neonates (ALTE, BRUE) and this may be why so many of the Morsels focus on neonatal issues. Recently a dear friend, colleague, and full-time appreciator of UMMS Shock Trauma Pink Scrubs, Dr. Jessica…
Incision and Loop Drainage of Abscess
Performing procedures is obviously an important aspect of what we do in the Emergency Department. Our procedural prowess is depended upon by our patients and their families. We have discussed several procedural strategies previously (ex, Suturing, Tongue lacerations, Spinal Tap,…