Andrea Rudominer, MD, MPH
Board Certified Pediatrician & Board Certified Integrative Medicine Doctor
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Co-authored Articles (49)
Something Bit Me! Common Insect Bites (with Pictures)
Everything you need to know about diagnosing and treating bites and stingsThe world is full of biting and stinging bugs, so how do you know which one got you? Thankfully, there are just as many ways to identify an insect...
What to Do If a Popcorn Kernel Is Stuck in Your Throat
''Use one of these tricks to get rid of a stubborn kernel''Whether you’re eating popcorn from giant tubs at the theater or tiny bags from your microwave, it’s a classic movie night favorite. But when a piece of the h...
How to
Put On a Breathe Right Strip
When applied to your nose correctly, a Breathe Right nasal strip can help relieve nasal congestion, improve breathing, and reduce snoring. Breathe Right nasal strips are designed to gently lift the sides of your nose and...
How to
Treat a Sore Throat After Throwing Up
In addition to being uncomfortable and upsetting, throwing up can cause you to get a sore throat that lingers afterward; however, you do not have to just deal with the discomfort of this type of sore throat. There are a...
How to Treat a Gel Nail Polish Allergy at Home
''Soothing nail allergy symptoms and preventing future reactions'' Picture this: you just spent all afternoon in the salon chair trying to recreate the latest nail craze when suddenly you end up with swollen, itchy, red...
How to
Recognize Crabs
Crabs, or pubic lice, is transmitted through close, often sexual, contact. It is caused by an insect called “Pthirus pubis” which attacks mainly the pubic hair, but sometimes can be seen in other coarse hairs of the...
How to
Get Caffeine Out of Your System
Caffeine is found in a wide variety of foods and beverages including coffee, tea, energy drinks, and chocolate. Although it helps many people to feel awake and perked up in the morning, consuming either too much caffeine...
Why Do Babies Bend Over and Look Between Their Legs?
What your toddler’s pose means & if it signifies pregnancy Your baby does lots of funny things as they’re growing, with bending over upside down and looking between their legs being one of their sillier poses. Accord...
How to
Soothe an Itchy Throat
Many people get sore or itchy throats during allergy season or because of the flu. Fortunately, there are a variety of methods you can use -- natural and medicinal -- to ease an itchy throat quickly and effectively. Reli...
How to
Get Rid of a Sore Throat
Sore throats aren't usually a sign of serious illness, but knowing that doesn't make them any easier to bear. The best way to get rid of the scratchy, itchy, or dry feeling in your throat is to drink a steady stream of f...
How to Insert and Remove a Menstrual Cup (With Pictures)
Everything you need to know about using a menstrual cup, step by stepReady to switch to an easy-to-use, eco-friendly menstrual product? A menstrual cup is a great choice! Not only are these cups more sustainable, but man...
How to
Cool Burns from Chili Peppers
Chili peppers, such as jalapeño, serrano, cayenne, habanero, and ghost peppers, contain capsaicin, which is the main ingredient in pepper spray. Capsaicin adds flavor and spiciness to food but can also cause an extreme ...
How to
Suture Wounds
Suturing is a term used to describe the closing of a wound, artery, or part of an organ using a specific needle and thread. The main reasons for placing a suture are to stop bleeding and inhibit infections from making fu...
7 Reasons Caffeine Doesn’t Affect You & What to Do About It
Discover why you’re not getting a buzz from your cup of coffee You’re on your third cup of coffee for the day, but you still don’t feel the boost of energy you desperately need. How is that even possible? Whether y...
How to Dress Your Baby for Chilly Weather (50 Degrees)
It's nice outside, but maybe a little chilly—so how should you dress your baby for a day outdoors? You'll want to make sure they're cozy in the cold but not so hot that they're uncomfortable. Don't worry, we've got you...
How to
Gargle Saltwater
The science-backed benefits of gargling with salt water and how you can make it taste betterIf you've ever complained of a sore throat, a friend or family member might've suggested that you need to gargle with salt water...
How to
Get Rid of a Cold Sore Fast
It’s such a pain dealing with cold sores or fever blisters since they can be uncomfortable or embarrassing. Even though you can never permanently get rid of the virus that causes cold sores, there are a lot of things y...
How to
Tell if You Have a Cold Sore
Cold sores, also called fever blisters, appear when your body is under stress; for example, when you have a fever. These sores are actually the result of a herpes simplex virus -1 (HSV-1) infection. Cold sores are common...
How to
Take an Ankle Brachial Index
The Ankle Brachial Index (ABI) is the ratio of the blood pressure in the lower leg or ankle to the blood pressure in the arm. Knowing the ABI is important because it can be used as an indicator of Peripheral Arterial Dis...
How to
Clean an Uncircumcised Child's Penis
An uncircumcised penis requires a slightly different cleansing regimen than a circumcised penis. If your child is uncircumcised, you will need to take special care to cleanse the area and to avoid damaging the foreskin. ...
