Louis P. Theriot, M.D., F.A.A.P.
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March 05, 2012Vaginitis In A 5-Year-Old
Young girls often complain of painful urination that is frequent and urgent. While this may be the sign of a bladder infection necessitating antibiotics, it is also the sign of vaginitis, a more common and benign condition that does NOT require antibiotics. This article discusses vaginitis, the causes and the treatment.
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December 26, 2011
Mesenteric Adenitis…No Need For Surgery
All the signs pointed to appendicitis. But wait---it could be something less invasive.
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October 24, 2011
Hydrocoele In A Newborn Male
Hydrocoeles are quite common in newborn males. Dr. Theriot examines what they are and why they form.
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August 08, 2011
Ganglion Cyst Of The Wrist…Spare The Bible
Dr. Theriot takes a look at ganglion cysts—what they are, how they form, and what to do about them.
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June 13, 2011
What Is Impetigo, Part 2
Impetigo can be contagious and threatening. The pediatrician can determine which main type is presented and how serious the case is. Let us look at the treatment of this infection.
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May 30, 2011
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March 20, 2011
Henoch-Schoenlein Purpura
Henoch-Schoenlein Purpura is a childhood vasculitis that affects children under the age of 10 years. The symptoms include a purpuric rash (mainly of the lower extremities), swollen and painful joints, colicky abdominal pain and in some cases involvement of the kidneys. It is a relatively benign illness that resolves with nothing more than supportive care in the majority of cases. Most patients are back to their baseline within a few weeks, but there are a few exceptions.
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January 24, 2011
When Are Moles a Concern?
Moles, or pigmented nevi, are very common. There are two major classifications of pigmented nevi: congenital or acquired, Which should you be concerned about?
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November 15, 2010
Chicken Pox Vaccine…Again?
A second varivax shot is highly recommended to protect against chicken-pox.
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September 13, 2010Fever And Rash In A One-Year-Old That Is Not Roseola…But Due To A Vaccine We Gave
Symptoms for Roseola are not always fool proof.