Cerebral Palsy – an overview Cerebral palsy is a permanent physical condition that affects muscle control. It is caused by damage to, or lack of development in, a part of…
BURNS SCALD
Burns and Scalds Burns, especially scald and flame burns, can result in permanent scarring, disfigurement and disability. Serious burn injuries often result in long and repeated periods of hospitalisation, multiple…
BREATH HOLDING
Breath holding Breath holding is common, especially in children under six years of age. Breath holding spells can happen after your child has a fright, a minor accident, is frustrated or gets very upset. Breath holding is often…
BLADDER OR BOWEL INJURY
Brain injury – Bladder and bowel incontinence Children who have had a brain injury can sometimes have problems with toileting. After a brain injury, children who were previously toilet trained can become…
BELLS PALSY
Bells palsy Bell’s palsy is a reasonably common condition where there is sudden weakness of facial muscles one side of the face. It is thought to be caused by the inflammation…
BEDWETTING
Bedwetting Bedwetting is sometimes called “nocturnal enuresis”. Bedwetting is a problem for many school age children and their families. The good news is that for many, the problem can be…
NAPPY RASH
Nappy rash The most common cause of nappy rash (sometimes called diaper dermatitis) in babies is irritation. Constant moisture and rubbing can cause damage to the skin. This is further irritated by…
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,…
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…