Your child has barely learnt to express and has already caught some kind of a virus. How do you deal with illnesses like measles, mumps, chicken pox, asthma and many more that you may not even have heard of.
Colds are common in small children. Blocked nose caused due to colds can cause breathing difficulties in children at the same time it can also lead to sinusit ...read more
Worms are mainly responsible for stomach problems in children. Thread worms and toxocara (round worms) are the types of worms which cause stomach problems in ...read more
It is not possible to completely prevent contagious illnesses in children it is a must to teach hygienic and healthy habits to them. Some common healthy habit ...read more
Asthma is an allergic reaction that occurs when your child inhales allergens like pollen, dust, feathers or fungal spores. The allergy affects the lining of t ...read more
Chicken pox is a disease caused by the varicella zoster virus. Unless they have had chicken pox before, anyone can contract the disease, i.e. children, adoles ...read more
In most children aged between one and three years, convulsions are often linked to the development of a high fever. It is difficult to say what is the exact c ...read more
This viral disease is not as contagious or serious as measles. It starts like a mild cold with a runny nose sore throat and a mild temperature.
This disease ...read more
Whooping cough attacks in an innocuous manner. Child will display symptoms like a runny nose, a cough and a slight temperature.This disease can be particular ...read more
Roseola is a disease very similar to German measles. Babies and young children are most susceptible to this disease. It is probably caused by a virus and is n ...read more
A stomach ache is one of the most common childhood complaints. Most parents make the simplest of connections assuming that the pain in the stomach must be lin ...read more
While a headache is ordinarily not a life-threatening condition, a migraine is not a headache that you can just ignore and hope that it will go away. It can i ...read more
If you notice that your child does not seem to hear soft sounds, or understand simple words clearly, you should have your child's hearing tested accurately.Sp ...read more
Does your baby have a bad tummy? Your first aim should be to prevent her from getting dehydrated, as this can be dangerous.When caring for your baby, keep loo ...read more
Adenoids are lumpy clusters of spongy tissue on the side of the throat behind the nose and the roof of the mouth. Unlike tonsils which can easily be seen if y ...read more
If your baby has a cold, chances are, you may not notice it until it worsens.A watery discharge from his nose is the first sign.Here's how to ease the discomf ...read more
Eczema is a rash that appears on the face behind the knees and on the inner sides of the arms and wrists. It is an itchy dry and scaly rash.Infantile eczema i ...read more
The symptoms of measles can take anywhere from one to twelve days to appear after your child has been infected. It begins like a normal cold - hoarse cough, ...read more
The incubation period of mumps is 17 to 21 days.The child will then develop a fever and the glands in front of and under your child's ear will swell up on on ...read more
Thalassemia involves decreased and defective production of haemoglobin or red blood cells.In its mildest form, Thalassemia results in anemia, while the severe ...read more
The portion of the ear that lies just behind the ear drum is called the middle ear. Once in a while fluid builds up in the middle ear and at times this fluid ...read more
Allergies are still a mystery even to the medical world. Medications too, fall short of curing the condition. Steroids may seem the panacea for the moment, bu ...read more
Worms are not so uncommon in India.This is largely due to poor sanitation in general, lower standards of butchering and unclean water. Although you may mainta ...read more
Whether they are runny noses, teary eyes or annoying rashes, allergies are an all too common bane of growing up. In their severe forms, they make life miserab ...read more
Allergies are quite common in childhood. We have seen the causes of these allergies. Now we look in detail at the different treatments used in the prevention ...read more
If a person has two or more serious convulsions, he is diagnosed as having epilepsy.If your child is having convulsions don't panic. You can treat him at hom ...read more
If you take some precaution, you can keep common cold away from your baby. Babies are very sensitive and can get affected with cold easily. As such taking pre ...read more
Read about common childhood concerns for Indian children. Gastroentitis, scabies, conjunctivitis, tonsillitis, etc are some of the common ailments affecting c ...read more
Is your child suffering from wheezing? Read about the common causes of wheezing and when to seek medical help. Wheezing in children does not necessarily mean ...read more
Read about the disease progeria and learn all about this terrible disease. Find all facts and information about progeria. Progeria is a rare abnormality and c ...read more
Does your child frequently catch a cold? Read more to find out about causes of common cold, treatment for common cold, signs and symptoms of cold in children ...read more
Looking for information about orthodontic treatment for your child? Read about orthodontic diagnosis, steps in orthodontic treatment, about teeth braces and i ...read more
Sore throat and red and swollen tonsils are common symptoms of throat problems in children. Throat problems like tonsillitis can also cause middle ear infecti ...read more
Tonsillitis is a very common childhood ailment and is caused by the inflammation of the tonsils.It occurs when the tonsils get inflamed. Either bacteria or vi ...read more
Tonsillitis is a very common childhood ailment and is caused by the inflammation of the tonsils.It occurs when the tonsils get inflamed. Either bacteria or vi ...read more
Cough is a helpful phenomenon - it is the body's natural reflex to irritation in the throat. There are two kinds of cough - one which is wet and associated wi ...read more
When the season changes to summer children are most likely to get affected with common summer illnesses like sore throat, cold, fever etc. However, if you tak ...read more
Dengue can affect kids and if it is not treated on time it can prove life threatening. Therefore, you must take right measures to prevent Dengue in kids. Are ...read more
Sneezing problem in newborns is common. There are several factors which can cause sneezing in newborns. However, parents should be careful if sneezing is acco ...read more
Viral infections and allergies are common in childhood. A lot of viral infections and allergies in children can be prevented with the help of vaccinations and ...read more
It is possible to prevent childhood illnesses by taking the right measures to prevent the common infections that affect children. Common infections can be pre ...read more
Spotting illness in children helps to assess the condition of your child before any serious injury. What are warning signs of illnesses? What symptoms indicat ...read more
Throat and mouth problem in kids are quite often and are often detected late. Do you know what are the common throat and mouth problems in kids? Find out abou ...read more
Illnesses are common in childhood and a part of child’s growth and development. Common illnesses in babies are mainly due to bacterial or viral infections. ...read more
Are you aware of the common infections in infants? Pneumonia, meningitis, urinary tract infection, thrush, conjunctivitis, diaper rash, roseola etc are some o ...read more
Do you want to know how to identify if your baby is coping with any allergy? Know about the most common allergies in babies, symptoms of allergic reactions in ...read more
Pneumonia is one of the life threatening illnesses which can also affect kids if right preventive measures are not taken. Read on to learn about the signs and ...read more
If kids are suffering from enlarged adenoids and tonsils it becomes more difficult for them to cope with such health issues during winters. Read on to know in ...read more
As the weather changes during summer, children become prone to several illnesses. Proper preventive measures can help you to prevent summer illnesses in your ...read more
Change in climatic conditions due to the seasonal changes in weather make children prone to many infections. Therefore, it is better to take preventive measur ...read more
Asthma is a respiratory disease which can also be observed in children. Parents need to take proper care and action in order to help children deal with asthma ...read more
Rainy season is the favourite season of most of the kids as they get a chance to splash water, play in puddles and make paper boats. However, during this seas ...read more
Immune system of kids is in the process of development. So, they are prone to food-borne illnesses. Practising food safety and hygiene is essential to prevent ...read more
Taking right preventive measures is essential to boost immunity of kids and improve their overall health. Have a quick look at the 10 steps to keep all types ...read more
Fever can be very distressing for children. Therefore, immediate medical attention should be provided to ease child’s discomfort. Let us take a look at the ...read more
Malaria is one of the dreadful diseases which affect kids, especially during monsoons. So, parents should take immediate action if any of its signs and sympto ...read more
Pinworm infection is one of the common illnesses observed in children. If you are aware of the common causes of this infection you can easily prevent it. Find ...read more
It is very important to take right precautions for preventing bacterial infections in children. Find out how to prevent bacterial infections in children.
Eczema can affects both adults as well as children. When affected with it the skin becomes irritated, itchy and red. Learn more about the common symptoms of e ...read more
Pneumonia and food poisoning are few of the many bacterial infections that can affect kids. Therefore, it is necessary to take preventive measure to help them ...read more
Scurvy is a Vitamin C deficiency disease which can affect children as well as adults. Let us look at the causes and symptoms of scurvy in children and some ti ...read more
Chickenpox is a viral infection caused by varicella-zoster virus. This infection can be prevented if children are vaccinated against it as per the vaccination ...read more
Pinworm infection is one of the common infections in children which can be treated easily by taking medication as prescribed by doctor. Let us take a look at ...read more
Breathing difficulties in children can be the warning sign of illnesses like pneumonia or asthma. Therefore, it is a must to take immediate action when the sy ...read more
Diarrhoea is one of the common childhood illnesses that can affect toddlers. Learn about few measures that you can take for dealing with diarrhoea in your tod ...read more
Influenza is one of the diseases that can cause a lot of discomfort in children. Therefore, they must be vaccinated against it as per the advice of doctor. Le ...read more
It is a must to follow certain dos and don’ts to help a child fight fever quickly. Find more about the dos and don’ts that parents can follow to help chil ...read more
Eczema is one of the common childhood illnesses. It gets triggered if a child is allergic to certain foods or substances. Find information on common causes of ...read more
Along with a beautiful climate, rainy season brings along with it a range of illnesses. Find more about the common rainy season illnesses in children and what ...read more
To take care of baby’s digestive problems, you need to first understand them properly. Constipation and building up of gas are the common digestive problems ...read more
Almost 60 % of the newborn babies suffer from Jaundice after second or third day of their birth. Jaundice in newborn is not a great matter of concern but new ...read more
Identifying the food allergies in children prevents the severity of symptoms in children. Allergy triggers or food items that cause allergy in children cause ...read more
Baby eczema is an itchy rash that causes a lot of distress in babies. It is marked by persistent itching. Find out the factors that trigger off baby eczema an ...read more
Learn about the causes of stomach ache in kids. Stomach ache causes a lot of distress to the kid. If your kid complains of a stomach ache, find out the reason ...read more
Pinworm infection is common in toddlers and small kids. By following good hygiene at home and encouraging healthy habits in your toddler pinworm infection can ...read more
Food poisoning is quite common in kids as they fail to practice personal hygiene. It is important to understand the basics of food poisoning so as to prevent ...read more
Swine flu is a major epidemic is spreading like fire in India. As the immune system of children is still developing they are more susceptible to infections li ...read more
As there is an outbreak of dengue epidemic, it is necessary to take preventive measure to keep kids away from dengue mosquitoes. Read on to find out how to ke ...read more
Children often get affected with illnesses like cough, cold and fever when there is a sudden change in the climatic conditions. For the little ones it is not ...read more
Dengue can not only affect adults but also children. Signs and symptoms of dengue in children should not be ignored as it can prove fatal. Therefore, immediat ...read more
Cold is one of the illnesses prevalent in kids during winter season. So, parents must take right precautions to help children to recover from cold faster duri ...read more
Babies may show allergic reaction to certain food items. So, parents should be cautious while introducing any food item to them. Let us take a look at some co ...read more
It is necessary to identify the signs of anaemia in children before it severely affects their health. Have a quick look the signs that a child is anaemic.
Hygiene is very important for preventing pinworm infection in children. Let us take a look at some more tips for preventing pinworm infection in children.
Children are susceptible to illnesses during rainy season. Therefore, it is necessary to be aware of the common illnesses prevailing during this season and ta ...read more
Children are more susceptible to pinworm infection than adults. This infection is very troublesome as it causes itching in the anal area. Learn about the comm ...read more
Some simple remedies can really help to deal with cough and cold in children very easily. Here are some tips for dealing with cough and cold in children.
Your child has barely learnt to express and has already caught some kind of a virus. How do you deal with illnesses like measles, mumps, chicken pox, asthma and many more that you may not even have heard of.