National Organization for Rare Disorders’ Post

🌱 Does Gut Dysbiosis Impact Pediatric Health? 🔍 Key Insights: About a quarter of Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD) cases are diagnosed before 20 years of age. IBDs can present as chronic diarrhea or constipation in young children. Children with IBDs like Crohn's or Ulcerative Colitis often exhibit gut microbiomes deficient in beneficial microbes like Bifidobacteria and enriched with potentially harmful Escherichia members. This imbalance, termed dysbiosis, likely increases IBD symptom severity. Atopic diseases, including eczema and asthma, often coexist with IBDs, indicating a shared immune dysregulation. Elevated T-helper-2 cell activity and Immunoglobulin E (IgE) production characterize the altered immune response seen in atopic conditions, potentially influenced by gut microbiota. Neurodevelopmental disorders like anxiety, OCD, and autism also show strong links with the gut microbiome. The role of gut dysbiosis in pediatric health is increasingly evident, impacting conditions ranging from IBDs to atopic and neurodevelopmental disorders. Understanding and modulating the gut microbiome may hold promise for managing and preventing these complex pediatric health challenges. #HolisticEducation #CommunityWellness #NavipointHealth #HealthOptimization #pediatrichealth

Asthma is a common chronic lung disease characterized by reversible airflow obstruction. Symptoms may include cough, wheezing, and shortness of breath. This new Quick Concepts video reviews the diagnosis of asthma in pediatric patients. https://lnkd.in/ePiqWykU

Pneumonia is an infection that causes inflammation in the air sacs of the lungs, leading to their filling with fluid or pus. This condition can result in symptoms like coughing with phlegm or pus, fever, chills, and breathing difficulties. Pneumonia can be caused by various microorganisms including bacteria, viruses, and fungi. The severity of pneumonia can range from mild to potentially life-threatening, especially for infants, young children, individuals over 65 years old, or those with underlying health conditions or weakened immune systems. If you or someone you care about is experiencing symptoms of pneumonia, our team of medical professionals is here to provide prompt evaluation. We offer on-site low-dose x-rays that aid in diagnosing respiratory conditions, including pneumonia. You can walk in at your convenience or reserve your spot online, available 7 days a week. In case of extreme difficulty breathing, please dial 911 or visit an emergency room immediately. #Pneumonia #LungHealth #ChestCongestion #Virus #ViralInfection #LungHealth #FluSeason #Cough #HealthAndWellness #Flu #Covid #RSV #Mucus #LungInfection #Fever #FeelingSick #excelurgentcare #familycare #healthcare #supportlocal #doctors #walkinurgentcare #pediatrics #familyhealth #MedEd #medicine #clinic #hudsonvalley #longisland #newjersey

Pediatric rare diseases are hard enough on patients and their loved ones. Make it easier on them by incorporating DCT strategies. See how this helps sponsors increase access, enrollment, and retention: https://lnkd.in/eY52-GTp Thanks to our experts: Betsy Reid and Adam Bloomfield MD FAAP #WebinarRecording #PediatricTrials #PediatricRareDisease #ClinicalTrials #RareDiseases #DecentralizedClinicalTrials

Pneumonia is an infection that causes inflammation in the air sacs of the lungs, leading to their filling with fluid or pus. This condition can result in symptoms like coughing with phlegm or pus, fever, chills, and breathing difficulties. Pneumonia can be caused by various microorganisms including bacteria, viruses, and fungi. The severity of pneumonia can range from mild to potentially life-threatening, especially for infants, young children, individuals over 65 years old, or those with underlying health conditions or weakened immune systems. If you or someone you care about is experiencing symptoms of pneumonia, our team of medical professionals is here to provide prompt evaluation. We offer on-site low-dose x-rays that aid in diagnosing respiratory conditions, including pneumonia. You can walk in at your convenience or reserve your spot online, available 7 days a week. In case of extreme difficulty breathing, please dial 911 or visit an emergency room immediately. #Pneumonia #LungHealth #ChestCongestion #Virus #ViralInfection #LungHealth #FluSeason #HealthAndWellness #Flu #Covid #RSV #LungInfection #Fever #IAmSick #FeelingSick #HealthNews #erdoxurgentcare #erdox #familycare #supportlocal #walkinurgentcare #pediatrics #familyhealth #medical #MedEd #medicine #clinic #familymedicine #longisland #brooklyn

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Exploring the impact of COVID-19 on cystic fibrosis management, our latest publication in the Archives of Pediatric Infectious Diseases sheds light on patient-reported outcomes and healthcare practices during the pandemic. Dive into our retrospective analysis titled 'Patient-Reported Outcomes and Healthcare Practices: A Retrospective Analysis of Cystic Fibrosis Management During the COVID-19 Pandemic' to uncover insights on how CF patients adapted to the challenges posed by the virus.

Pneumonia is an infection that causes inflammation in the air sacs of the lungs, leading to their filling with fluid or pus. This condition can result in symptoms like coughing with phlegm or pus, fever, chills, and breathing difficulties. Pneumonia can be caused by various microorganisms including bacteria, viruses, and fungi. The severity of pneumonia can range from mild to potentially life-threatening, especially for infants, young children, individuals over 65 years old, or those with underlying health conditions or weakened immune systems. If you or someone you care about is experiencing symptoms of pneumonia, our team of medical professionals is here to provide prompt evaluation. We offer on-site low-dose x-rays that aid in diagnosing respiratory conditions, including pneumonia. You can walk in at your convenience or reserve your spot online, available 7 days a week. In case of extreme difficulty breathing, please dial 911 or visit an emergency room immediately. #Pneumonia #LungHealth #ChestCongestion #Virus #ViralInfection #LungHealth #FluSeason #Cough #HealthAndWellness #Flu #Covid #RSV #Mucus #LungInfection #Fever #Xrays #westporturgentcare #familycare #healthcare #supportlocal #doctors #walkinurgentcare #pediatrics #familyhealth #medical #MedEd #medicine #clinic #familymedicine #westportct

An off-label medicine refers to a medication used for an indication, age group, dosage, or route of administration that is not specified in its approved leaflet. 🔊 Key Considerations: 💡 Safety and Efficacy: It is important to understand that off-label use does not imply that the medication is inappropriate or more likely to cause adverse effects. 💡 Prevalence in Pediatrics: Off-label use is particularly prevalent in pediatric medicine. This is due to several factors, including the scarcity of clinical trials in children due to their vulnerability and ethical concerns. Additionally, the diverse age groups, varying metabolic rates, and different drug absorption patterns in children contribute to this practice. 💡 Emergency Department Findings: In our emergency department, the use of off-label medications is notably high. In many instances, there are no viable alternatives. Off-label prescribing often mitigates additional pain or adverse effects. The efficacy and safety of these treatments have been well-documented over many years, with no increase in adverse effects compared to labeled use. 💡 Global Issue: The lack of clinical trials in pediatric populations is a global concern. Even when parental consent is available, trials are infrequently conducted, especially for rare diseases, oncological conditions, and autoimmune disorders. This underscores the urgent need for more pediatric-specific clinical research. More information can be found here: https://lnkd.in/dBQhbeuK Thank you very much @Urtė Oniūnaitė, @Greta Venckutė, and Erika Žėkaitė-Vaišnienė for your collaboration, motivation, and optimism. The topic we addressed is indeed challenging, complex, and provocative. However, it highlights the inherent complexities in medical practice and the necessity of nuanced perspectives. This reinforces the understanding that medicine is rarely absolute, and a "black-white" approach is often inadequate. #offlabel #pediatrics #pediatric #paediatric #pediatricmedicine #pediatricemergency

Pneumonia is an infection that causes inflammation in the air sacs of the lungs, leading to their filling with fluid or pus. This condition can result in symptoms like coughing with phlegm or pus, fever, chills, and breathing difficulties. Pneumonia can be caused by various microorganisms including bacteria, viruses, and fungi. The severity of pneumonia can range from mild to potentially life-threatening, especially for infants, young children, individuals over 65 years old, or those with underlying health conditions or weakened immune systems. If you or someone you care about is experiencing symptoms of pneumonia, our team of medical professionals is here to provide prompt evaluation. We offer on-site low-dose x-rays that aid in diagnosing respiratory conditions, including pneumonia. You can walk in at your convenience or reserve your spot online, available 7 days a week. In case of extreme difficulty breathing, please dial 911 or visit an emergency room immediately. #Pneumonia #LungHealth #ChestCongestion #Virus #ViralInfection #LungHealth #FluSeason #Cough #HealthAndWellness #Flu #Covid #RSV #Mucus #LungInfection #Fever #throgsneckurgentmedicalcare #throgsneckurgentcare #familycare #healthcare #supportlocal #doctors #walkinurgentcare #pediatrics #familyhealth #medical #MedEd #medicine #clinic #familymedicine #bronx