A common theme amongst the Ped EM Morsels is remaining vigilant while maintaining a reasonable approach to the care of children. Many devastating conditions can be quite subtle in their initial presentation.

Jaundice can be a normal part of the neonatal period (certainly both of my kids looked like the Yellow M&M for a short period in their beginnings). However, hyperbilirubinemia also generates the concern for the development of kernicterus!

To a child, the nose is a fascinating part of the anatomy.

Let us take a moment to review one of the “zebras” in children - Acute Cerebellar Ataxia

Diarrhea is no joking matter (although it can be the butt of many jokes – see what I did there?).

Omphalitis – is that a normal umbilical stump or something serious?

In diagnosing sinusitis, we need to remember to be vigilant for the more complex entity: Orbital Cellulitis.

Electrocardiograms are fun to look at: like abstract art that hangs in a fancy museum, their beauty is often in the eye of the beholder. That being said, they are a vital tool to interpret. There are several situations when the Pediatric ECG is an integral part of the evaluation.