by Dr. Allen Cherer | Oct 19, 2022 | Child Health Care, Dr. Allen Cherer, Pediatrics
Jaundice is a condition that affects babies that is recognizable by yellow skin and eyes. It can be caused by too much bilirubin in their blood. The body’s natural breakdown of red blood cells results in the excretion of a yellow substance known as bilirubin....
by Dr. Allen Cherer | May 12, 2022 | blog, Child Health Care, Dr. Allen Cherer, Pediatrics
Most babies are vulnerable to health problems after they’re born. They may be born with a variety of conditions, and they can contract others easily. If you’re a new parent, it’s important that you know about the signs and symptoms of these...
by Dr. Allen Cherer | Apr 19, 2022 | Child Health Care, Dr. Allen Cherer, Pediatrics
When a baby is born prematurely or has a critical illness, the neonatal intensive care unit is usually the place to go. It has the latest equipment and medical experts to give that child the best chance of survival. This hasn’t always been the case though....
by Dr. Allen Cherer | Mar 21, 2022 | blog, Child Health Care, Dr. Allen Cherer, Pediatrics
Neonatal care is essential in helping many newborn babies thrive. When a child is born prematurely, has a low birth weight, or has health concerns after birth, they will be cared for in the neonatal care unit. This special care provides personalized treatments based...
by Dr. Allen Cherer | Mar 21, 2022 | blog, Child Health Care, Dr. Allen Cherer, Pediatrics
Neonatal abstinence syndrome (NAS) is a condition that occurs in newborns who were exposed to addictive substances in utero. When a pregnant mother uses drugs or alcohol, the baby can be born with NAS. This condition can cause various health problems for the infant,...
