Common questions asked about newborn noises, reflexes and behaviors. These are normal and not signs of illness.

An allergic reaction of the nose. Main symptoms are an itchy nose, clear discharge and sneezing.

Injuries to the inside or outside of the nose.

Bleeding from 1 or both nostrils. Not caused by an injury.

A minor allergic reaction to some raw fruits and vegetables. Causes itching and swelling only to the lips and tongue

Your child is gaining weight too fast or: Your child looks chubby or fat or: Your child doesn’t like sports because his weight makes it hard keep up or: Your child is getting teased about his weight.

Currently 10% of 2 to 5 year old children in the U.S. are overweight. The main cause is over-eating. Overeating means eating more calories daily than are needed for normal growth and activity.

A pacifier is an artificial nipple for a baby to suck on. It can be used when they are not hungry.

Rash on the male genitals (penis or scrotum)

A rash around the mouth from contact with food. Mostly seen in babies and toddlers

A picky eater refuses certain foods. He won’t try new foods. Vegetables and meats are the most common ones. You are not concerned about how much he eats or his appetite.

A tiny, harmless worm that lives in the colon (large bowel). It causes itching of the anus.

Small pale spots on the face. Called Pityriasis Alba (PA)

Pityriasis Rosea (PR) is a widespread skin rash. Special finding: a large "herald patch" that precedes the rash by 1 to 2 weeks

A bacterial infection of the lungs.

A viral infection of the lungs.

A very itchy rash with blisters. Caused by contact with the poison ivy plant

The skin is punctured by a pointed narrow object (such as a needle). Puncture wounds that contain splinters or slivers are covered elsewhere.

Rash or redness on one small part of the body (localized). Red or pink rash. Small spots or solid redness.

A pink rash that is all over the body (widespread). Small or large pink spots

Skin infection with 1 or more ring-shaped spots. Has a rough edge and clearing of the center

A fungus infection of the scalp. The medical name is Tinea capitis

Roseola is widespread fine pink rash that’s caused by a specific virus. Classic feature is that the rash is preceded by 3 to 5 days of high fever.

A very itchy rash caused by the scabies mite. A mite is a tiny, invisible bug that burrows under the skin

Scarlet Fever is a speckled, red rash all over due to the Strep bacteria

Healthy children who miss lots of school. They stay home because of vague physical symptoms. Also called school phobia.

Shingles is a rash that looks like a stripe or band. It’s only on one side of the body

Sibling rivalry refers to the normal jealousy of young children toward a new brother or sister. The most common symptom is increased demands for attention. For example, the older child wants to be held and carried, especially when the mother is busy with the newborn.

Most siblings argue and quarrel. They verbally fight over possessions, space on the sofa, time in the bathroom, or the last donut. On most days, siblings are friends and companions, rather than rivals. Some friction occurs in most close relationships.

A bacterial infection of one or more of the sinuses

A viral infection of the sinuses. A normal part of the common cold

Fullness, pressure or pain on the face over a sinus. Sinus pain occurs above the eyebrow, behind the eye, and under the cheekbone.

Confusional arousal is a partial wake-up in which children sit up in bed and talk, but usually don’t make much sense. They act confused and can’t be fully awakened

Children who wake up early before their parents do, usually between 5 and 6 AM. They come out of their bedroom and want everyone to get up. A few are still in the crib and they just cry.

Nightmares are scary dreams that wake a child from sleep. Occasional bad dreams are normal at all ages.