We apologize for any inconveniences during these difficult times
We apologize for any inconveniences during these difficult times.
Due to the Covid-19 outbreak we are following the Government instructions on how to operate and keep everyone safe.
We will only see well children from birth to 4 years of age who have no symptoms of any illness in the office to catch up with critical immunizations needed to keep them well.
We will screen for symptoms on arrival, before entering the office for the safety of our patients and staff.
All other patients we will need to schedule telehealth visits.
Please leave a message , or after hours call Doctor Ruth Agwuna at 443-956-1239.
Due to the Covid-19 outbreak we are following the Government instructions on how to operate and keep everyone safe.
We will only see well children from birth to 4 years of age who have no symptoms of any illness in the office to catch up with critical immunizations needed to keep them well.
We will screen for symptoms on arrival, before entering the office for the safety of our patients and staff.
All other patients we will need to schedule telehealth visits.
Please leave a message , or after hours call Doctor Ruth Agwuna at 443-956-1239.
Resource and Information
- In general, coronavirus disease (COVID-19) has been mostly a mild disease in children that can be managed at home.
- At this point, any healthy person, including a child who has a fever, cough, sore throat or mild respiratory symptoms should be advised to self-isolate at home.
- Self-isolation at home includes staying home and focusing on hygiene and social distancing. Here is concrete guidance to give families.
For more resources to share with your patients, please visit www.hopkinsmedicine.org/coronavirus.
Ibuprofen vs Tylenol in times of COVID-19
With COVID information flying fast and furious, it is important to turn to sources you can trust, like your Pediatrician .
Information from France is suggesting that Ibuprofen may not be best for those with coronavirus infection. This information is anecdotal and has not been supported by any other country, even those with more experience with coronavirus such as China and Italy.
So what should you do?
Remember why we give fever-reducers. We give them so children can be comfortable enough to drink and sleep. If Tylenol gives your child significant comfort, then stick to Tylenol. If Tylenol does not allow your child to drink or sleep, then please give Ibuprofen (Motrin or Advil). Fever is not the enemy. The real risk of dehydration is a more significant factor than a possible risk from Motrin.
And once again, please remember that children with coronavirus are not getting very sick.
Information from France is suggesting that Ibuprofen may not be best for those with coronavirus infection. This information is anecdotal and has not been supported by any other country, even those with more experience with coronavirus such as China and Italy.
So what should you do?
Remember why we give fever-reducers. We give them so children can be comfortable enough to drink and sleep. If Tylenol gives your child significant comfort, then stick to Tylenol. If Tylenol does not allow your child to drink or sleep, then please give Ibuprofen (Motrin or Advil). Fever is not the enemy. The real risk of dehydration is a more significant factor than a possible risk from Motrin.
And once again, please remember that children with coronavirus are not getting very sick.
Covid-19 / Coronavirus Update
A note from Dr Agwuna's office regarding concerns about the Covid-19 pandemic and steps to take. Our office will only see Well visits in the office. This is to keep us all safe
1. Please remember that we offer telemedicine visits and in order to keep you safe, please send a text to the Doctor if you need telemedicine appointment to 443-956-1239
2. Also you can reach us at closed hours to make an appointment by using this link: https://doctorsbyvideo.com/dragwunachat
3. CDC guideline is that if you have flu -like symptoms. (runny nose, fever and cough) please call the office and you will be given directions on what to do
1. Please remember that we offer telemedicine visits and in order to keep you safe, please send a text to the Doctor if you need telemedicine appointment to 443-956-1239
2. Also you can reach us at closed hours to make an appointment by using this link: https://doctorsbyvideo.com/dragwunachat
3. CDC guideline is that if you have flu -like symptoms. (runny nose, fever and cough) please call the office and you will be given directions on what to do