Todays Most Interesting Question With The Doc Smitty

In the previous episode, I discussed some of the factors that suggest your child's chest pain could be coming from their heart. But if it's not coming from the heart, here are 5 other possible causes.

Chest pain in kids is often caused by other problems than your child's heart. But it can be difficult to tell and very concerning when your child complains of pain. Today's episode will describe some of the common symptoms that might suggest your child's chest pain is coming from their heart.

What type of thermometer should we have at the house? Digital? Pacifier? Strip? Connected bluetooth? For more information: https://www.checkupnewsroom.com/7-types-of-thermometers-and-to-what-degree-you-should-trust-them/

Should I use teething gels for my baby? What problems can arise by using them? What should I do for my baby when they are teething?

How do you know if your child is at risk? What are the things that you need to think about? How dangerous is it? For more information read: https://www.checkupnewsroom.com/is-my-unvaccinated-family-putting-my-child-at-risk/

What cues can I use to tell if my baby is hungry? Is it too late when the baby is crying?

Do they need milk at all? Can they be on 2%?

Have you heard that it has anti-freeze in it? Does it cause harm? Are there other options?

What temperature should the house be when you bring your baby home from the hospital? How should I dress them? What about blankets?

Are probiotics effective? Safe? What conditions do they help for? Should my child take one every day?

When should my child be seen for a nosebleed? How do I get it to stop? How many is too many?

How long should they stay out of the pool? Do they need to wear ear plugs?

Is it safe? Does it work?

Do they need to take one? Which kind is the best?

When is constipation more dangerous? When should a workup be done?

Is it important for their growth? Brain development? Is it recommended? More information here: https://www.checkupnewsroom.com/3-reasons-why-this-pediatrician-doesnt-recommend-toddler-formula/

Many doctors will recommend Tylenol and Motrin alternating for children with fever but I don't routinely, here's why: https://www.checkupnewsroom.com/4-reasons-why-this-pediatrician-doesnt-alternate-tylenol-and-motrin-for-his-kids/

What is the best cough medicine to buy for my child? Do they work? Are they safe?

What's the difference? How can you tell? How do we treat each one?

Do they work? Are they a choking hazard? Are they a strangulation hazard? More information here: https://www.checkupnewsroom.com/do-amber-necklaces-work/