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Dr. Arthur T. Blumer, M.D.
Adolescent Specialist
Dr. Arthur Blumer is an adolescent specialist practicing in Southington, CT. Dr. Blumer works with patients who are in the adolescent age, or generally between the ages of 11 and 19 years old. As an adolescent-specialist, Dr. Blumer treats many common health issues that pre-teens and teenagers face, from mental, to behavioral, to physical conditions. Some of these issues may include growth and hormone problems, sports injuries, eating disorders, substance abuse and more. Adolescent specialists perform medical exams, histories and diagnostic tests, and develop individualized treatment plans for each patient.
Dr. Arthur T. Blumer, M.D.
- Southington, CT
- Accepting new patients
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Will I grow more?
The easiest way to tell is knowing your age at the start of menstruation. Almost all young girls will reach final adult height, 2 1/2 to 3 years after their first period.
My nephew swallowed a lego piece?
Do nothing. It probably passed and you didn’t see it.
How many mg of paracetamol can a 6 year old have?
It’s weight determined. 15mg/kg weight. An average 6 yr old can take 325mg
Does my child need antibiotics for bronchitis?
NO! Almost all bronchitis in young children is viral and will not respond to antibiotics
Does honey help seasonal allergies?
There is no good scientific evidence that honey helps with seasonal allergies. However there are anecdotal reports of people who eat honey that is produced locally that it may READ MORE
There is no good scientific evidence that honey helps with seasonal allergies. However there are anecdotal reports of people who eat honey that is produced locally that it may reduce the allergy symptoms. The rationale is that is pollen in with the honey and you’re actually getting minute quantities of whatever it is that you’re allergic to and that helps to desensitize you. However there’s no scientific evidence that that works.
What happens if my child gets the same vaccine twice?
Nothing. It may even act as a booster dose
Can a vaccinated child get chicken pox?
No vaccine is 100% effective. Yes you can get any disease to which you gave been vaccinated. However the likelihood is far less if you were vaccinated. The more people in a community READ MORE
No vaccine is 100% effective. Yes you can get any disease to which you gave been vaccinated. However the likelihood is far less if you were vaccinated. The more people in a community that have been vaccinated, the less likely anyone will get that disease.
What do you give a child with a stomach virus?
Fluids fluids fluids. You have to keep up and make sure he stays well hydrated. If he’s also vomiting, get diarrhea medications to help stop the vomiting and give the fluids in READ MORE
Fluids fluids fluids. You have to keep up and make sure he stays well hydrated. If he’s also vomiting, get diarrhea medications to help stop the vomiting and give the fluids in small amounts at a time.
Should my child have the flu vaccine?
Absolutely YES
Does my child need two doses of the flu vaccine?
Children under 8yrs need 3 doses over the first two flu seasons then 1 dise per season. If he has had only one dose this season or last season then he needs 2 this season
When should you be worried about a fever?
Fever is not necessarily your enemy. You want to make the child as comfortable as possible. If it gets over 105 F. I would have him evaluated by a physician.
Can kids get athletes foot?
Very young children very rarely will get it, but a 12 yr old could have athletes foot
What are the treatment options for pink eye?
“Pink eye” is most likely caused by a bacteria, especially if there is a purulent discharge, and antibiotic drops is the treatment of choice.
What can I do about my son's earache?
Yes! You need to find the underlying cause.
Do cough drops work?
It’s not the medication, just the fact that the cough drop soothes the throat. A hard candy will do the same.
What are the signs of teething?
Yes. Teething often occurs for a while before the first tooth erupts. Average first tooth erupts at six months.
How can I maintain my child's health?
I’m sure that you have heard it many times. Prepared a balanced diet, freshly made meals, limit prepared foods and food additives. Limit screen use, she needs physical activity. READ MORE
I’m sure that you have heard it many times. Prepared a balanced diet, freshly made meals, limit prepared foods and food additives. Limit screen use, she needs physical activity. Make sure she is up to date on all vaccines including influenza.
Can anemia be dangerous for a newborn?
There isn’t enough information in your question. You need to know what type of anemia. What us the hemoglobin level. What else if anything is happening with the baby. Many newborns READ MORE
There isn’t enough information in your question. You need to know what type of anemia. What us the hemoglobin level. What else if anything is happening with the baby. Many newborns have mild anemia and no problems.
Chronic migraines in children. Is it serious?
It’s not an easy answer. Have her headaches been diagnosed as migraines? Are they severe headaches of another cause? She needs a full evaluation by her primary physician and possibly READ MORE
It’s not an easy answer. Have her headaches been diagnosed as migraines? Are they severe headaches of another cause? She needs a full evaluation by her primary physician and possibly a pediatric neurologist.
Are probiotics safe for kids?
Probiotics are safe. It’s controversial as to if they will help. May be most helpful for diarrhea from antibiotics.
