Lately, there are elements of your child’s behavior that you just don’t understand. They may have come on suddenly, or the perplexities may have been creeping in for awhile.…
Hand-Foot-and-Mouth Disease in Chicago Pardon our pun, but we’ve seen a “rash” of hand-foot-and-mouth disease cases in the last few weeks. This viral infection is contagious but HFM is…
It’s sunny, hot and muggy – the perfect time to make an appointment for your child’s flu shot! Protecting your child from influenza can help in so many ways, from…
It’s back-to-school time and we here at Alzein Pediatrics know you want your child to be as successful as possible throughout the year. As a parent, you know your…
Childhood Ear Pain in Chicago As your child holds onto their ears and seems to be in discomfort, many parents may ask: why does my child have ear pain? There…
What are Your Kids Watching in Chicago? While summer is a time of sun- and water-filled days, it’s also a time of sleepovers, popcorns and movie watching at night.…
The Importance of Dad’s in Chicago We celebrate dads every day at Alzein Pediatrics, but today especially we want to praise them for the positive effects they have on their…
Common Rashes Found on Children in Chicago It’s (finally) summer, which means your kids are outside and their skin is getting a workout! For little ones, it seems like…
Commotio Cordis in Chicago Baseball, softball, and lacrosse have kicked off their seasons and we can practically hear our parents cheering from the stands! While these sports are generally…
School and Sports Physicals in Chicago School may not even be out for summer, but we here at Alzein Pediatrics are already thinking about back to school and back…
