SKIN CARE FOR BABIES
Skincare for babies and young children Babies’ skin is thinner, more fragile and more sensitive than adults. It is also less resistant to bacteria and harmful substances in the environment,…
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APPENDICITIS
Appendicitis 1 – infected appendix Pronounced: Appendicitis – uh-pen-deh-sye-tus Appendix – uh-pen-diks Appendicectomy – uh-pen-da-sect-a-me The appendix sits in the bottom right hand side of the large intestine. It is…
ABDOMINAL PAIN
Abdominal pain Abdominal pain is pain or cramping anywhere in the abdomen (sometimes called tummy-, belly- or stomach ache). Children often complain of abdominal pain. It is one of the…
CONSTIPATION
Constipation is when a child has a hard poo (faeces or bowel movement) or does not go to the toilet regularly. There is a lot of difference in the firmness…
SYNCOPE
6 yr old boy is admitted with h/o syncope yesterday . he was standing in the school assembly. mother doesnot recollect previous h/o of similar illness. But child get…
IMN
What is mono? — Mono is a viral infection that causes fever, sore throat, tiredness, and swelling of the neck glands. Some people call mono “the kissing disease.” That’s because…
SWOLLEN NECK NODES
What are “nodes?” — Nodes, short for “lymph nodes,” are bean-shaped organs that are part of the body’s lymphatic system. The lymphatic system makes and stores cells that fight infections. People…
SORETHROAT
When should I call the doctor about my child’s sore throat? — Sore throat is a common problem in children. It usually gets better on its own. But sore throat can sometimes…
EUSTACHIAN TUBE PROBLEM
What is the eustachian tube? — The eustachian tube is a tube that connects the middle ear (the part of the ear behind the eardrum) to the back of the nose and…
TOSILLECTOMY ADENOIDECTOMY
What is a tonsillectomy or an adenoidectomy? — A tonsillectomy is surgery to remove the tonsils. These are areas of soft tissue in the back of the throat. An adenoidectomy is surgery…
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