For patients and caregivers, understanding clinical progression, diagnostic imaging results, and pharmacological treatment options is vital for managing acute and chronic health conditions.
A cough occurs when a child’s body is responding to irritants in airways. This usually occurs due to an upper respiratory infection. During the first two years of life, more kids get upper respiratory infections than any other illness, reports the American Academy of Pediatrics.
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Most parents are alarmed by a nighttime fever. A fever is caused by a variety of problems; however, viral infection is most common. If your child has a fever, it’s important to know when it’s time to seek medical attention. You can also take a few steps to keep your child comfortable and hydrated during illness.
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The common cold typically causes symptoms such as runny nose and nasal congestion. Babies are very susceptible to contracting the common cold, particularly from older children who don’t always wash their hands. A baby’s immune system is also immature, which makes young children more susceptible.
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A high fever and chills in a toddler is the body’s way of saying that something out of the ordinary is occurring. Possible causes include a viral or bacterial infection. If your toddler has a fever higher than 102 degrees Fahrenheit, contact her pediatrician immediately.
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Cold sores are caused by the herpes simplex virus. There are two types of the virus, type 1 and 2. Cold sores are typically the result of type 1, according to Medline Plus. These sores are painful and last a week or longer. The blisters occur on the lips, chin, nostrils and checks.
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Stretch marks are typically caused when the skin suddenly expands. Pregnancy and weight gain are common causes of developing stretch marks. This skin problem, however, can be frustrating and embarrassing.
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The stomach flu, also called viral gastroenteritis, is an infection that causes nausea, vomiting and diarrhea. Young children typically contract this infection by coming in contact with an infected person or contaminated food or water.
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Jock itch is a fungal infection. It typically affects the skin in your child’s thighs, genital area or buttocks. This condition causes a ring-shaped rash on the body. Anyone can get this infection, however, it is more common in boys than girls.
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Fevers occur commonly during childhood. Most are due to the body’s defense against minor infections and resolve without consequence. However, fevers that reach high temperatures or last for more than three days are more likely due to a serious illness.
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Buttocks and nerve pain are usually the result of sciatica, an issue with the sciatic nerve. This type of pain may start in the lower back and extend to your buttocks and as far down as your feet on one side of the body. This pain may go away without treatment, but in some cases, medical treatment is necessary.
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Fever and heavy congestion in a toddler are usually caused by a viral infection. She might have a fever, accompanied by a running nose. If your toddler develops a fever higher than 102 degrees F, contact her pediatrician. This might be the sign of a more serious infection.
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