Urgent Situations that Require Immediate Medical Attention Seek Medical Attention If: After hours, your child has one of the four complications of a cold (ear infection, sinus infection, pneumonia, bacterial bronchitis) with a fever for more than 5 days over 101 degrees. Your doctor may call in an antibiotic and check your child during regular […]
What To Do During An Asthma Attack
Developing An Asthma Crisis Plan If your child has asthma, you should be well trained by your pediatrician and prepared with the appropriate medications in case an asthma attack or flare-up occurs. Such a plan must be determined beforehand in your doctor’s office. Don’t wait until your child has an attack and then call the […]