Dr. Kusuma Gowdar MD
Pediatrician
741 W Pershing Rd Decatur IL, 62526About
Dr. Kusuma Gowdar is a pediatrician practicing in Decatur, IL. Dr. Gowdar is a doctor who specializes in the health care of children. As a pedicatrician, Dr. Gowdar diagnoses and treats infections, injuries, diseases and other disorders in children. 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. Gowdar can oversee and manage the physical, mental and emotional health of their patients.
Education and Training
Bangalore Med Coll, Bangalore Univ, Bangalore, Karnataka, India 1971
Central Park Medical College
Bangalore Medical College and Research Institute 1971
Board Certification
PediatricsAmerican Board of PediatricsABP
Provider Details
Dr. Kusuma Gowdar MD's Expert Contributions
My baby blinks excessively. What's wrong?
Some thing in the eye? Get checked READ MORE
Can diapers cause urinary infection?
No, it does not. She needs to wash daily. READ MORE
How can I distinguish between a strep throat infection and a sore throat in my 3 year old?
Strep should be ruled out first. Fever and a sore throat are most likely strep. READ MORE
Is snoring in children normal?
No. Maybe she needs to get her adenoids checked. READ MORE
My baby has small bumps all over her forehead. What are they?
It is normal READ MORE
My baby is in her rolling phase. However she didn’t roll for an entire day. Is everything okay?
It is absolutely ok. She is probably concentrating on something else. Kids roll at different times. Enjoy the baby. READ MORE
What are the symptoms of the flu with children?
Runny nose and cough along with fever, they also have body aches. Since your child is only 2.5 years old, he may just be inactive. Kids with flu look sick. READ MORE
My little one is passing extremely watery stools for the last 2 days. Could it be diarrhea?
Is the child on breast milk? This is normal. READ MORE
Is it safe to give antibiotics to a baby for a cough?
Most of the cough at this age does not need antibiotics...It is probably a virus. Discuss with your doctor. Don’t know the age of your child... READ MORE
Is it okay for small children to do yoga?
If you happen to know proper movements, it should be ok. READ MORE
My baby has been passing extremely yellow urine. Could it be jaundice?
It could be dehydration. See the pediatrician. READ MORE
After a head injury my daughter is not able to speak. What could it be?
Hope you have seen a Doc. Looks like fall may have caused it. READ MORE
Why does my child have a consistent fever?
I would suggest you see your doctor. Check the kidneys...probably blood work, it may be something else. READ MORE
My baby makes a whistling sound when sleeping. What does it mean?
It is coming from the nose. Use saline drops prior to sleep. Also, use a humidifier. READ MORE
When can I introduce my baby to packaged milk?
You should use packaged milk after 1 year. READ MORE
Can I give OTC cough syrups to my 9 month old baby?
No READ MORE
Is stretching before working out important for children as well
Should stretch after READ MORE
Can autism be developed?
He would have been born with it. READ MORE
Motion sickness in children?
Depends on the age. If he is in driving age he is better off driving. If he is younger he should sit in the front seat. Reading and watching on the Iphone not good. He should try to sleep. Eat less if possible. Don't forget the Barf bag!! READ MORE
Treatments
- Anemia
- Allergies
- Fever
- Hay Fever (allergic Rhinitis)
- Flu
- Strep Throat
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