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Joel M. Warsh
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Dr. Joel Warsh is a pediatrician and integrative medicine physician practicing in Beverly Hills, California. Dr. Warsh is a doctor who specializes in the health care of children. As a pedicatrician, Dr. Warsh diagnoses and treats infections, injuries, diseases and other disorders in children and balances allopathic and holistic medicine. Pediatricians typically work with infants, children, teenagers and young adults up to age 21. They practice medical care as well as preventative health care. Dr. Warsh can oversee and manage the physical, mental and emotional health of their patients.
Joel M. Warsh
- Beverly Hills, California
- Jefferson Medical College
- Accepting new patients
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My daughter sits in a W position most of the time. Is it really bad for her?
It is generally ok. Some say it can affect the hips, no great evidence of that.
What are the symptoms of the flu with children?
Flu usually has fever, ache muscles, tired, sometimes sore throat, mild cough, stomach ache, vomiting.
Are there any home remedies to treat diaper rash?
It depends on the type of diaper rash and how severe it is. If it is a very mild rash, you can try calendula cream, cornstarch or air drying (i.e. putting a sheet down on the READ MORE
It depends on the type of diaper rash and how severe it is. If it is a very mild rash, you can try calendula cream, cornstarch or air drying (i.e. putting a sheet down on the floor and having your baby wear no diaper so no more urine or BM touches the inflamed skin.
Can I give OTC cough syrups to my 9 month old baby?
Generally we don't recommend OTC cough meds at that age. Consider natural remedies. (No honey before 1 year old). There is a Zarbees for babies.
Is stretching before working out important for children as well
It is ideal to stretch before any activity
My baby is 4 months old and has not passed stools for the last 4 days. What should I do?
I would see your pediatrician for that
How often is it required to bottle feed my baby?
That is hard to answer without knowing the circumstances. Feeding should generally be every 2-3 hours or so for the first month or two. If weight is ok, that can be spaced a READ MORE
That is hard to answer without knowing the circumstances. Feeding should generally be every 2-3 hours or so for the first month or two. If weight is ok, that can be spaced a little. Keep an eye on the weight. If weight is going up, you are feeding enough, if not, consider supplementation. Start with 1 supplemental feed and increase/decrease as needed
Are over-the-counter cough medications safe?
They are generally pretty safe, but are generally not recommended for those under 4, though many people still use them. You can try some of the natural cough medicines like zarabees. READ MORE
They are generally pretty safe, but are generally not recommended for those under 4, though many people still use them. You can try some of the natural cough medicines like zarabees. There is no great evidence that any cough medicine works. Honey is great if the child is over 1 year old.
My son who is 3 weeks old was born with small eyes. Is that a problem?
There is a wide range of what is normal. It's hard to answer your question without seeing your son. It will probably not affect his eyesight. If concerned, you should take him READ MORE
There is a wide range of what is normal. It's hard to answer your question without seeing your son. It will probably not affect his eyesight. If concerned, you should take him to an eye doctor
Can calcium deficiency impact teeth?
Yes it can impact the health of teeth. Milk is not the only source of ca. Make sure he is getting adequate calcium from other sources such as vegetables or fortified cereals. READ MORE
Yes it can impact the health of teeth. Milk is not the only source of ca. Make sure he is getting adequate calcium from other sources such as vegetables or fortified cereals.
Meltdowns Behaviour
This is something to discuss with your pediatrician. Sounds like the meltdowns are situation and location based since they are not happening at school so it would be ideal to sit READ MORE
This is something to discuss with your pediatrician. Sounds like the meltdowns are situation and location based since they are not happening at school so it would be ideal to sit down and discuss what is different at home that is leading up to these meltdowns and what steps can be taken when they occur to decrease and ultimately resolve the issue
My son who is 5 years old is having a ringing sensation in his ears. Is it treatable?
There are many possible causes of ringing in the ear or tinnitus. Some causes are benign and some are not. This would need a more thorough workup than I can provide you over email. READ MORE
There are many possible causes of ringing in the ear or tinnitus. Some causes are benign and some are not. This would need a more thorough workup than I can provide you over email. Please speak to your pediatrician about this. Think about any medicine he may be taking. Consider an ENT referral.
Can you get strep throat without tonsils?
Yes it is possible. Removing the tonsils lowers the risk of getting strep but it is still possible
My son watches the same movie over and over
Many children like the same movie or song and watch it over and over again. It generally is not something to worry about. If you notice other obsessive tendencies, it would be READ MORE
Many children like the same movie or song and watch it over and over again. It generally is not something to worry about. If you notice other obsessive tendencies, it would be worth discussing with your pediatrician.
Is asthma hereditary?
Asthma is in part genetic, but there are many factors that contribute to developing asthma. There is no way to prevent it for sure and no way of knowing if your children or yourself READ MORE
Asthma is in part genetic, but there are many factors that contribute to developing asthma. There is no way to prevent it for sure and no way of knowing if your children or yourself will develop it. Breastfeeding has been shown to be protective and studies have shown that avoiding smokers can also be protective.
Motion sickness in children?
There are a few things you can try. Ginger is excellent for motion sickness so try ginger candies. Also there are several homeopathic motion sickness formulations you can try. READ MORE
There are a few things you can try. Ginger is excellent for motion sickness so try ginger candies. Also there are several homeopathic motion sickness formulations you can try.
Can autism be developed?
That is a very complicated question. We do not know what "causes" autism. There are multiple theories but nothing has been definitively proven. Please discuss with your pediatrician READ MORE
That is a very complicated question. We do not know what "causes" autism. There are multiple theories but nothing has been definitively proven. Please discuss with your pediatrician further
Is my child's hyperactivity due to Claritin?
Yes. That is a possible side effect of claritin. Some people get more tired, others can get more hyperactive. I would discuss this with your pediatrician and consider switching READ MORE
Yes. That is a possible side effect of claritin. Some people get more tired, others can get more hyperactive. I would discuss this with your pediatrician and consider switching to another medication. Zyrtec is a similar medication and may be more effective and worth a try given the side effect you are noticing
Patient privacy when it's a child being seen
That depends. I would speak to the therapist about that and your child. There is confidentiality rules so if your child does not want you to be told of the sessions, then the READ MORE
That depends. I would speak to the therapist about that and your child. There is confidentiality rules so if your child does not want you to be told of the sessions, then the therapist should legally not tell you except in the case of concerns for harm to self or others
Looking for help with my teenage daughter
Hard to say without knowing your family. I would speak to the pediatrician about that. If there are no specific concerns, than I am not sure a psychiatrist would be that helpful. READ MORE
Hard to say without knowing your family. I would speak to the pediatrician about that. If there are no specific concerns, than I am not sure a psychiatrist would be that helpful.
