How your pediatrician in Jacksonville, FL, can protect your child’s health
A pediatrician is an expert at diagnosis and treatment of children’s illnesses and diseases. A pediatrician can treat both acute and chronic illnesses and diseases affecting your child. Dr. Sahar Aboudan at Sahar Aboudan Pediatrics in Jacksonville, FL, provides a wide range of medical services for children, and can help protect your child’s health.
There are some acute conditions which should be seen by your pediatrician. Viral conditions like a cold or the flu may go away by themselves without treatment, however, you should bring your child in to see the pediatrician if your child has:
- A fever lasting longer than 2 days
- A fever higher than 100.4 degrees Fahrenheit if your child is under 2 months
- A fever of at least 104 degrees Fahrenheit if your child is older
A fever can be an indicator of a bacterial infection requiring treatment, which may include antibiotics. Common bacterial infections include:
- An ear infection
- Pinkeye or other eye infection
- Strep throat
- Skin infections
There are also chronic illnesses and conditions which should be seen by a pediatrician. You should bring your child to see the pediatrician if your child has:
- Asthma
- Allergies
- Eczema
- A skin rash that doesn’t go away
- Chronic diarrhea or constipation
- Frequent nausea and vomiting
- Frequent shortness of breath
- Frequent chest pain
Your child may also be involved in an accident or experience an injury. Your child should see the pediatrician if your child has:
- Severe pain
- Severe bruising
- Severe swelling
- Fractured or broken bones
Your pediatrician also provides a wide range of routine services, including:
- Annual school physicals
- Annual sports physicals
- Recommended and required immunizations
Your pediatrician is an important part of your child’s healthcare team. To find out more about when to see your pediatrician and how your pediatrician can help protect your child’s health, call Dr. Sahar Aboudan at Sahar Aboudan Pediatrics in Jacksonville, FL. You can reach her in the office by calling (904) 260-3609, so call now.