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Flu Season is Here!

Posted on November 19, 2015 by myliniemi Posted in News

Influenza, commonly known Flu season kidas “the flu” is a highly contagious viral infection of the respiratory tract. It affects all age groups, although kids tend to get it more often than adults. In the United States, flu season runs from October to May, with most cases happening between late December and early March.

If your child is experiencing any of the following signs or symptoms, please call 612-813-8000 (option 3) to reschedule your appointment as soon as possible. We will not see patients who exhibit the signs and symptoms identified below.

 

Signs and Symptoms

Flu symptoms defined by the Minnesota Department of Health include: fever, dry cough, sore throat, headache, extreme tiredness, and body aches. These symptoms come on quickly and can be bad enough to keep you in bed for several days.

Prevention

To protect yourself and others, follow these quick tips:

  • Get vaccinated.
  • Avoid being around others who are sick.
  • Cover your nose and mouth with a tissue when you cough or sneeze, or cough or sneeze into your sleeve.
  • Clean your hands often with soap and water or an alcohol-based, waterless hand sanitizer.
  • Protect infants by not exposing them to large crowds or sick family members when flu is in your community.
  • Do not share drinking cups and straws.
  • Frequently clean commonly touched surfaces (door knobs, refrigerator handles, phones, water faucets).

For more information, go to:

http://www.health.state.mn.us/divs/idepc/diseases/flu/basics/fluparent.pdf

http://www.childrensmn.org/educationmaterials/parents/article/8388/influenza-flu/

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Office-Based Circumcisions

Posted on April 12, 2013 by plouiselle Posted in News

A circumcision is a procedure to surgically remove the foreskin from the penis.  This is most often done shortly after birth.  On infants less than 27 days old, circumcision can be done in the office.  Several methods are used to minimize discomfort and calm your baby during the procedure.  These may include LMX (a topical anesthetic cream), a marcaine / lidocaine injection, and a pacifier dipped in sweetened water.

The advantages of office-based circumcisions include greater convenience for the family, lower cost when compared to hospital-based circumcisions and access to surgeons who are specifically trained in this area.

If you would like to schedule an appointment or learn more about this important service, please call Pediatric Surgical Associates at 612-813-8000.

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Patient Education

Posted on March 27, 2013 by plouiselle Posted in News

The physicians, nurse practitioners and nursing staff of Pediatric Surgical Associates are committed to providing our patients and their families with the most relevant patient educational material currently available. 

It is our belief that information is the key to understanding the clinical conditions that impact your child.  With this information, parents are better equipped to partner with us in treating their child’s condition. 

As a start, we have provided educational information on the clinical issues listed below. 

Constipation

Dysfunctional Voiding

Nocturnal Enuresis (nighttime bedwetting)

Urinary Tract Infections

Vesicoureteral Reflux

Please contact us at (612) 813-8000 if you would like educational material on any other conditions.  We would be happy to provide this to you!

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Additional Resources

Children's Hospitals and Clinics of Minnesota
American Urological Association
American Pediatric Surgical Association
American Academy of Pediatrics
Midwest Fetal Care Center
Gillette Children's Specialty Healthcare
Regions Hospital
Twin Cities Shriners Hospital
APSA Parent and Family Resource Center
Urology Care Foundation Patient Education
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