Cough is a reflex that aims to clear the airways of irritants and mucus such as smoke or dust. It is not an indication of anything serious. When it comes to dry cough, it is tickly and does not produce any phlegm. As for a “chesty cough”, phlegm is produced to clear up the airways. […]
Most cases of tinea fungal infections including ringworm can be easily managed using antifungal tablets, creams or shampoos. There are also measures that can get rid of fungal infections as well as prevent them from spreading such as the following: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2htfUXd2zf0 Cleanse the affected skin on a daily basis and dry thoroughly by paying close
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A febrile seizure is basically a fit that occurs when a child has a fever. These seizures are also called as febrile convulsions. They are quite common and are not serious in most cases. Most children will experience at least one febrile seizure at some point. The febrile seizures typically occur between 6 months up
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Atopic eczema or atopic dermatitis is considered as the most common form of eczema that typically affects children, but can also occur among adults. Eczema is a condition that causes the skin to become red, itchy, dry and cracked. It is a long-term condition in many individuals but can improve over time especially among children.
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Ant bites are not as common as mosquito or spider bites but can trigger localized swelling, redness and even an allergic reaction in rare circumstances. It is vital to instruct young children to avoid staying in areas where ant piles are present and clean any bites right away in order to avoid infection. You have
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The brown recluse spider is considered as the most prevalent venomous spider. It is also called as the “fiddle-back spider” due to its dark brown violin-shaped pattern that is present on its back. These arthropods usually hide in dark, dry areas and can oftentimes make their way indoors from time to time. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=99ZlgHPNzE0 What are
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When it comes to cases of rib fractures among infants, the injury is not quite easy to identify especially when an infant cannot tell you what is wrong. In case an infant is suspected of trauma to the chest, it is important to consult a doctor so that proper diagnosis can be given as well
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A scraped, bloody nose on a crying toddler can be alarming, but in most cases there is no need to worry. Even though a scraped nose can sting and bleed, this injury is rarely serious and only involves the upper surface of the skin. A scraped nose is considered common among toddlers and young children,
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Acne is a skin condition that consists of white heads, blackheads, pimples and blemishes. It is important to note that acne is caused by clogged up pores due to the combination of oil, dead skin cells and bacteria. Even though acne is traditionally triggered by hormones, certain allergies can lead to its development as well.
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Dry cough can cause discomfort and disrupts with rest. It is sad to note that over-the-counter remedies designed to manage the condition is not approved for use among infants. On the other hand, a number of home remedies can be used to manage dry cough. If the dry cough lasts longer than a few days
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