Does your child have a runny nose, stomach ache, or itchy rash? These common ailments are part of growing up, but how do you know when it’s time to seek medical help?
When should you take your child to the doctor, urgent care, or the ER? Pediatrician Barton Schmitt, MD, offers helpful advice and guidelines for parents, and stresses that it’s important to trust your instincts when it comes to your child’s health.
Learn about common childhood symptoms that may warrant a visit to the doctor’s office, 24-hour walk-in clinic, or emergency room so that you can feel confident in making the right decision for your child’s health. And if you have a baby under the age of 1, check out WebMD’s article specifically for when to take a baby to the doctor or ER.
Discover helpful tips from Schmitt, who created the KidsDoc app for smartphones from the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP), a triage system that helps parents figure out how to treat kids’ symptoms. Plus, learn more about fevers, how to take your child’s temperature, and when it’s appropriate to give them fever-reducing medication.
