In this must-watch guide, Dr. Muthukumar Vellaichamy dives into the effective management of dangerous blood pressure in children. He explains the crucial differences between hypertensive emergencies and urgencies, as well as the prevalence of hypertensive crises. Tune in for essential insights on diagnosing and managing these life-threatening condi

Hello, and a warm welcome to MedX, where we bring you the latest news and insights from the world of medicine. New Age Recommendations for the RSV Vaccine are in Progress CDC advisers are considering lowering the recommended age for RSV vaccination in adults, a move that could expand protection for vulnerable populations. Currently approved for tho

A 2-year-old boy was brought to the pediatric outpatient department with a history of progressive hair loss from the scalp, eyebrows, and eyelashes, beginning at 6 months of age (1). He was born to non-consanguineous parents following a normal antenatal period. On physical examination, the child displayed a characteristic "plucked bird" appearance,

A 14-year-old boy with a history of mild attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) presented with progressive neurological symptoms following a viral prodrome. Over two weeks, he developed hypersomnolence, confused speech with echolalia, dysarthria, mood changes, tremors, and incontinence. Physical examination revealed confusion and inappropr

Autoimmune diseases in children are on the rise—but are we recognizing them early enough? In this enlightening interview, Dr. Venugopal Reddy, a distinguished Pediatrician from Bangalore, breaks down the increasing prevalence of pediatric autoimmune disorders and the subtle signs that are often overlooked. From juvenile idiopathic arthritis to type

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An 18-month-old previously healthy and fully immunized boy was admitted to the pediatric emergency department with sudden onset of left-sided facial palsy. He had been started on oral amoxicillin just a day earlier for fever and bilateral acute otitis media (AOM). At admission, his vital signs were stable: weight 13 kg, heart rate 106 bpm, temperat

Is pediatric scoliosis being underdiagnosed and undertreated? In this eye-opening interview, Dr. Imtiaz Ghani, renowned Orthopedic Spine Surgeon at Apollo Hospital, Chennai, exposes the hidden challenges and critical gaps in the early diagnosis and treatment of scoliosis in children. With years of surgical experience and clinical insight, Dr. Ghani

A 14-year-old girl presented with fever, respiratory distress, and episodes of impaired consciousness. On day 2 of illness, she experienced hypoglycemia and hypoxemia. Her mental status improved with hydrocortisone and glucose, but respiratory distress persisted. Echocardiography revealed elevated right ventricular pressure, prompting transfer to a