OTITIS MEDIA

What is an ear infection?  — An ear infection is a condition that can cause pain in the ear, fever, and trouble hearing. Ear infections are common in children. Ear infections…

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SINUSITIS

What is sinusitis? — Sinusitis is a condition that can cause a stuffy nose, pain in the face, and yellow or green discharge (mucus) from the nose. The sinuses are hollow areas…

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HEADACHE

  Are there different types of headache? — Yes. There are different types of headache. The 2 most common types are: ●Tension headaches – Tension headaches cause pressure or tightness on both sides…

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ASEPTIC MENINGITIS

  What is meningitis?  — Meningitis is a condition that can cause a fever, headache, and stiff neck. Meningitis happens when the lining that covers the brain and spinal cord (called…

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VIRAL MENINGITIS

What is meningitis?  — Meningitis is a condition that can cause a fever, headache, and stiff neck. Meningitis happens when the lining that covers the brain and spinal cord (called the…

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MENINGITIS

  What is meningitis?  — Meningitis is a condition that can cause a fever, headache, and stiff neck. It happens when the lining that covers the brain and spinal cord (called…

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THE COMMON COLD

  What causes cough, runny nose, and other symptoms of the common cold? —  These symptoms are usually caused by a viral infection. Lots of viruses can take hold inside your…

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FEVER

  What is a fever?  — A fever is a rise in body temperature that goes above a certain level. The level that is considered a fever depends on how you…

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MENINGITIS

What is meningitis?  — Meningitis is a condition that can cause fever, headache, and a stiff neck. Meningitis happens when the tissues that surround the brain and spinal cord (called the…

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CHICKEN POX

    What is chickenpox?  — Chickenpox is an infection that causes itchy, red bumps to form on your skin (picture 1). It is caused by a virus called varicella-zoster virus.…

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