Strabismus and Amblyopia
This article is adapted from materials provided by OEP, COVD and Your Child’s Vision by Richard S. Kavner. Dr. Irwin...
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Neurotransmitter Imbalances
Neurotransmitter imbalances are common in mood and behavior disorders such as: Bipolar disorder Depression Anxiety...
Obstructive Sleep Apnea
What Is Obstructive Sleep Apnea? Obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) is a condition in which a person's airway is partially...
Mast Cell Activation Syndrome
Mast Cell Activation Syndrome (MCAS) features inappropriate mast cell activation, causing not only typical symptoms of...
Kryptopyrroluria (Pyrrole Disorder / Pyroluria)
What Is Kryptopyrroluria? Kryptopyrroluria (KPU) is a condition in which zinc and pyridoxine (vitamin B6) are excreted...
Seizures
What Are Seizures? Seizures can be a co-morbid condition associated with a disability such as autism, Down syndrome,...
Tongue Tie
What Is Tongue Tie? Tongue tie, or Tethered Oral Tissue (TOT), also medically known as ankyloglossia, is commonly...
Cradle Cap
What Is Cradle Cap? Cradle cap, “infantile seborrheic dermatitis”, is a collection of odd patches of a thick,...
Developmental Delays
What Are Developmental Delays? Does your child have developmental delays? Typical delays are: Not rolling over on time...
Dyspraxia and Apraxia
What Are Dyspraxia and Apraxia? Dyspraxia is the partial loss of the ability to coordinate and perform skilled...
PANS PANDAS
What Is PANS PANDAS? PANS PANDAS are newer diagnoses that your child's pediatrician or psychiatrist may not be aware...
Mitochondrial Dysfunction
Symptoms of Mitochondrial Dysfunction The following symptoms may indicate that your child has mitochondrial...
Lyme Disease
What Is Lyme Disease? Lyme disease is a tick-borne illness infectious disease transmitted to humans by a black-legged...
Emotional, Behavioral and Mood Symptoms
Children are increasingly being prescribed pharmaceutical medication to help them deal with emotional and behavioral...
Skin Problems
What Are Skin Problems? Skin problems are very common in children and may even be evident at birth due to some...
Sleep Issues
If a child has sleep issues, then he or she is not getting restorative sleep that is crucial for brain development and...
Neurological Symptoms
What Are Common Neurological Symptoms in Children? When children do not meet speech/language, motor, or other...
Structural Issues
What Are Common Structural Issues Seen in Children Today? Often overlooked in children's chronic illnesses, but...
Ear, Nose and Throat Infections
What Are Nose, Throat and Ear Infections? Nose, throat and ear infections are very common today, especially within the...
Pain
Pain is a discomfort or suffering of varying degrees that is communicated to the brain by sensory neurons. Injury,...
Food Sensitivities and Intolerances
Many children today experience food sensitivities and intolerances that are known to have adverse effects on their...
Autism Spectrum Disorder
What Is Autism Spectrum Disorder? Autism spectrum disorder is a developmental disorder characterized by impairments in...
Oral and Dental Health
Dental health visits are the most dreaded experience for both the parents and the child. Starting your child at an...
Breathing Difficulties
It can be a very scary time for parents when your child develops breathing difficulties or some sort of respiratory...
Hypotonia and Hypertonia
What Are Hypotonia and Hypertonia? Children with muscle tone disorders usually have either hypotonia or hypertonia....
Thyroid Conditions
What Are Thyroid Conditions? Most childhood chronic conditions such as autism, ADHD, SPD and autoimmune disorders are...
Retained Reflexes
What Are Retained Reflexes? We all have reflex reactions to certain stimuli without even consciously thinking and an...
Tummy Problems
Children often complain of tummy problems (minor gastrointestinal disturbances), which may be easily rectified with...
Sensory Processing Disorder
What Is Sensory Processing Disorder? Children with sensory processing disorder issues have great difficulty processing...
Hyperlexia
Extremely early reading is called hyperlexia and is a sign of inappropriate neurodevelopment, especially in the area...
Dyslexia
The most consistent thing of children with dyslexia is their inconsistency! These children appear bright, highly...
Learning Disability
What Is a Learning Disability? A learning disability may come in many different shapes and sizes depending on the...
Gastrointestinal Disorders
What Are Gastrointestinal Disorders? Living with gastrointestinal disorders is very painful and distressful for...
Diabetes and Obesity
What Are Obesity and Diabetes? Michelle Obama, in her capacity as First Lady, launched her “Let’s Move” campaign in...
Asthma
What Is Asthma? Asthma is a chronic respiratory condition that inflames and narrows the airways making it difficult...
Allergies
What Are Allergies? Allergies are reactions to foreign substances by the immune system. The body’s defense system...
Urinary Tract Infection
What Is a Urinary Tract Infection? The most common urinary issue in children is a urinary tract infection (UTI) or...
Chronic Infections
What Are Chronic Infections? Chronic infections, such as repeated ear, sinus and bladder infections, as well as Strep,...
Autoimmune Disorders
What Are Autoimmune Disorders? Autoimmune disorders are inflammatory conditions in which antibodies, protein molecules...
Attention Deficit Disorders (ADD and ADHD)
What Is Attention Deficit Disorder? Attention deficit disorder is a behavioral condition defined by specific...
Speech and Language Issues
What Are Speech and Language? Speech and language issues are common in children with neurodevelopmental disorders such...
Toe Walking
It’s not unusual to see a two-year-old child toe walking. This just may be how they are learning to navigate their...
Failure to Thrive
A seemingly normal baby who refuses to eat, doesn’t grow and has been tested for everything with no apparent results...