Dr. Lauren Mickey

That Barky Cough Explained: A Pediatrician’s Guide to Croup

Croup (medical name = Laryngotracheobronchitis) is a type of upper respiratory infection that causes a distinctive barky cough. …

As a first time mom who also happens to be a pediatrician, it’s been so fun for me to have conversations with my families who have …

Unfortunately in our dry Colorado climate nosebleeds (medical term: epistaxis) are very common. They can be dramatic and scary in …

Molluscum Contagiosum is a weird rash that we see all the time. In fact, it's one of my favorite diagnoses to make because it has …

Diaper rashes are a common problem in our infants and toddlers. They can be very frustrating, but they are not your fault! These …

What is it? Hand, Food, and Mouth Disease (HFMD) is a classic pediatric illness that almost all families will encounter at some …