Why gifted children develop behavioural problems I have had a little run of seeing kids in clinic of late who have been particularly gifted. It is more common for a paediatrician to see children who struggle with their learning due to below average thinking and...
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Headaches and Migraines in Children
Headaches and migraines in children. How to recognise them and what we do to treat them
Intellectual Disability (or Intellectual Impairment)
So I’ve had a really exciting last week or so. A long time, very good friend of mine who has been overseas becoming a “super-doctor” (read: doing a lot of really exciting, cutting edge research in a world-class paediatric facility (in Canada) for the greater good and...
Cold sores and Herpes Simplex Gingivostomatitis
An awful, painful infection for little people that can recur throughout life. Here are some practical tips on making life more bearable during a child’s first infection and with flares of HSV-1
Scabies
A quick post about these dreaded parasites that cause an intense and distressing itch by burrowing under the skin. What are they? How do you get rid of them? Read on to find out!!
Head lice (and nits)
The ever common and VERY contagious problem of head lice, is the bane of the life of any parent of school aged children. Come find out how to get rid of them!
School sores (impetigo)
Oh the scourge! Oh the affliction! Woe is the befallen and all else run for your lives!!
One of the most awful and common infections spread by children – SCHOOL SORES (otherwise known as impetigo). Here’s what to do about it.
How stimulant medications for ADHD work
Gosh guys, I have to apologise. I have been struggling with my (over) commitments over the last few weeks and after 3 weekends away from home (and my family) for various reasons, I have fallen behind with my blogging! Working on some projects that I really hope will...
Threadworms (pinworms)
Itchy bum? You might have worms. You’d better read on to find out if you have them and how you can get rid of them (and have a bit of a laugh in the process).
Autistic Spectrum Disorder – Part 2
There is no specific medical test that can be ordered to diagnose ASD. Diagnosis is made by a thorough clinical history, observations of the child in different environments and evaluation of their development (particularly communication and social abilities) through various clinical tools and assessments.
About Dr Megs
Megan is a Brisbane and Ipswich-based paediatrician in public and private practice, and mum to two small children. You can usually find her working hard in private practice at Paeds in a Pod North Lakes and Greenslopes, and in public practice at Ipswich Hospital.
PLEASE NOTE: This blog is written for the purpose of providing GENERAL advice about common children's health topics (and of course recipes). It is NOT a substitute for a proper medical assessment and examination by a qualified physician.
If your child is unwell, seek medical and attention and advice in person.