Here's what you need to know about home care when your child has hives.
Detailed information on caring for your child who has asthma.
Hip dysplasia is a problem with the hip joint. It is present at birth. Some babies may need a special harness to help place the hip in the proper position.
Knock-Knees is an inward bending of the legs from the knee to the ankle. Read on to learn when to call your child's healthcare provider.
Bowlegs is when the legs bend outward from the knees to the ankles.
A greenstick fracture is when one side of the bone cracks, and the other side bends without any break. This is a very common fracture in children because their bones are softer. Learn how to care for your child at home after a greenstick fracture of the leg.
A greenstick fracture is when 1 side of the bone cracks, and the other side only bends without any break. This is a very common fracture in children because their bones are softer. Learn how to care for your child at home after a greenstick fracture of the forearm.
Legg-Calve-Perthes disease happens when the ball of the thighbone in the hip doesn't get enough blood. Here's what you should know about caring for your child with this condition.
Osgood-Schlatter disease is an inflammation with pain and swelling at the point where the tendon connects to the shinbone.
Scoliosis is a problem that causes an S-shaped or C-shaped curve of the spine.
Aspiration is when something enters the airway or lungs by accident. It may be food, liquid, or some other material. This can cause serious health problems, such as pneumonia. Aspiration can happen when a person has dysphagia. It can also happen if a child has gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD).
Bronchitis is inflammation and swelling of the lining of the lungs. It is often caused by a bacterial infection. This is treated with antibiotics.
Bronchitis is inflammation and swelling of the lining of the lungs. It is often caused by a viral infection. This is not treated with antibiotics.
Pneumonia is an infection deep within the lungs. It may be caused by a virus or bacteria.
A breath-holding spell is frightening for a parent to witness, but it is not harmful to the child. Learn what to expect, and how to care for your child at home.
Bronchitis is inflammation and swelling of the lining of the lungs. This is often caused by a viral infection of the upper respiratory tract. Read on to learn how to care for your child.
When your child has a bronchospasm, they may not be able to breathe well. This can be frightening. Here are some guidelines to help care for your child at home.
Whooping cough is a bacterial infection in the respiratory tract. It is very serious illness in infants under 1 year of age.
Your child has a sore mouth and throat. This might be mucositis. It's a common, short-term side effect of many kinds of cancer treatment. Though it can be painful, it goes away over time after treatment ends.
Your child's throat feels sore. This is likely because of redness and swelling of the throat.
Your child has mastoiditis. This is an infection of the mastoid, the hard, bony area located right behind the ear. It's most often the result of an infection that started in the middle ear and spread to the bone.
Earaches can happen without an infection. This can occur when air and fluid build up behind the eardrum, causing pain and reduced hearing.
An infection in the ear canal is usually caused by bacteria or fungus. It can occur if water gets trapped in the ear canal.
It's common for children to put objects in their mouths. Some swallowed objects can pass through the digestive tract and out of the body without causing any problems and without needing any treatment.
Nasal congestion is very common in babies and children. It usually isn't serious. It can be caused by a cold, the flu, allergies, or a sinus infection.
Learn how to care for your child's nosebleed at home.
Fluid and pressure can build up in the middle ear because of a blocked eustachian tube. Bacteria or fungi can grow in the fluid and cause an ear infection.
Sleep apnea (also called obstructive apnea) is a condition where there are long pauses between breaths during sleep. Learn more about how to care for your child and when they should see a healthcare provider.
Gingivostomatitis affects the gums, tongue, throat, tonsils, or lining of the mouth. It can cause redness, swelling, and small painful ulcers.
Candida is a type of fungus. It is found naturally on the skin and in the mouth. If Candida grows out of control, it can cause a mouth infection called thrush. Learn how to care for your child after a thrush diagnosis.
Your child has been diagnosed with hydrocephalus, a condition in which extra fluid builds up in the brain. This condition is sometimes referred to as "water on the brain." The most common treatment for hydrocephalus is insertion of a shunt. This tube drains fluid from the brain to another space in the body, where it can be safely absorbed. Here's what you need to know about home care.
Sometimes a crack or tear occurs in the lining of the anal canal. This condition is called an anal fissure. Symptoms include pain and bleeding, especially during a bowel movement.
A cough caused by an infection, such as a cold, usually gets better in 2 to 3 weeks. A cough that persists longer than 3 to 4 weeks may be due to other causes.
Dehydration occurs when the body loses too much fluid. Symptoms include increased thirst and decreased urine output. Here's how to care for your child at home.
Learn how to watch for signs of dehydration in your child, and how to treat it.
The cause of a fever is not always obvious. It is the body's natural response to an illness, such as an infection by a bacterium or virus. Watch out for additional symptoms.
Even if a head injury appears minor, symptoms of a more serious problem may appear later. You will need to watch your child for such symptoms.
Even if a head injury seems mild, symptoms of a more serious problem may appear later. You will need to watch your child for such symptoms.
Henoch-Schönlein purpura is an immune system reaction that damages small blood vessels in the skin. This causes a rash in the lower part of the body. Learn how to care for your child at home.
An inguinal hernia may appear as a bulge in the groin or scrotum. It may become more noticeable if your child is crying or struggling.
Hand, foot, and mouth disease causes mouth sores and a rash on the hands, feet, or buttocks.
Septic arthritis is an infection in the joint fluid (synovial fluid) and joint tissues. It occurs more often in children than in adults. Learn about causes, symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment.
A fever is a natural reaction of the body to an illness. Your child's temperature itself usually isn't harmful. A fever actually helps the body fight infections. Here's what you need to know about caring for your child when he or she has a fever.
Bacteremia is a bacterial infection that has spread to the bloodstream. This is serious because from there it can spread to other organs.
Dysuria is having pain or a burning feeling in the urethra when you pee. Learn how to care for your child with dysuria.
Fifth disease is a mild viral illness with a characteristic rash. It most often affects children between 5 and 15 years of age.
Learn how to care for your child at home when they have the flu.
Dehydration is the main concern when a child has gastroenteritis. This sheet will help you care for your child at home.
Roseola is a childhood viral infection that causes a high fever for 3 to 7 days. When the fever goes away, a light pink rash appears on the chest, belly, and back.
Rubella is a generally mild viral illness. It most often affects children who haven't received the rubella vaccine (MMR vaccine). Learn details about how to care for your child at home.
Measles is a viral illness. Symptoms include a severe rash, high fever, cough, runny nose, and red eyes.
Scarlet fever is an infection with streptococcal bacteria. These are the same bacteria that cause strep throat.
Shigella is an infection of the intestinal tract. It is caused by bacteria. It is more serious than the common "stomach flu," which is caused by a virus.
A cold sore is a common viral infection around the lips. It is caused by the herpes simplex virus. It spreads easily from person to person.
Learn how to care for your child when they have a urinary tract infection.
Candida is type of yeast. It can grow in the skin folds under a child's diaper, causing a rash. Learn how to care for your child when they have a candida diaper rash.
Cradle cap is when scaly, greasy patches of skin appear on a baby's head. Patches may also appear on the eyebrows, face, ears, and neck. Read on to learn how to care for your baby.
Diaper rash is a common skin problem in infants and toddlers. It's often caused by urine and feces, especially if diapers are not changed frequently. Learn how to care for your child when this occurs.
Hand, food, and mouth disease often affects infants and children. It causes sores in the mouth and hands.
Learn more about home care when your child has phimosis, a condition where the foreskin on the head of the penis can't be pulled back (retracted).
Stomatitis is pain inside the mouth. It can involve open sores or redness and swelling. There are many causes of stomatitis.
GERD happens when stomach contents flow back up into the esophagus. GERD can irritate the esophagus. It can also cause problems with swallowing or breathing.
Vomiting and diarrhea are common in children. A child can quickly lose too much fluid and become dehydrated. When this occurs, body fluids must be replaced. This is done by giving small amounts of liquids often.
If your child has constipation, this sheet can help you care for your child and improve their bathroom habits.
The biggest concern with diarrhea in a baby is dehydration. This sheet can help you care for your baby while he or she is ill.
Diarrhea caused by a virus is called viral gastroenteritis. The main danger from this illness is dehydration.
Your child has gastroenteritis caused by a bacteria. The main concern with this illness is dehydration. This sheet can help you care for your child at home.
Bacterial gastroenteritis is an infection in the intestinal tract caused by bacteria. The main danger from this illness is dehydration.
Your child has been prescribed a bland diet. This diet is for children who have digestive problems. A bland diet reduces irritation of the digestive tract. Read on to learn the details.
This sheet can help you care for your child who is ill with diarrhea.
To prevent dehydration, it is important to treat a child who is vomiting. These guidelines can help.
If your child has diarrhea, it's important to make sure your child doesn't become dehydrated. This sheet will help you care for your child at home.
To treat vomiting and prevent dehydration, give your child small amounts of fluids at frequent intervals. Then follow these next steps.
A feeding disorder is the failure of an infant or young child to get enough nutrition. This can lead to malnutrition.
The biggest concern about food poisoning in a child is dehydration. Learn how to care for your child who has food poisoning.
Dehydration is the main concern when a child has food poisoning. This sheet can help you care for your sick child at home.
"Most diarrhea and vomiting in children is caused by a virus. Many people call it ""stomach flu"" but it has nothing to do with influenza. The main danger from this illness is dehydration."
Your child has been evaluated for a possible poisoning. It appears that there has been no toxic effect. It is very unlikely that any new symptoms will appear. As a safeguard, watch for new symptoms during the next 24 hours.
Shigella is an infection of the intestinal tract. It is caused by bacteria. It is more serious than the common stomach flu caused by a virus.
Traveler's diarrhea is an infection in the intestinal tract. It is caused by bacteria called E. coli. Here's how to care for your child at home.
Vomiting is a very common symptom in children. There are many possible causes, including several different kinds of infections.
A heart murmur is a swishing sound that blood makes as it moves through the heart. In most cases, this abnormality is harmless, and murmurs can come and go throughout childhood.
A heart murmur is a swishing sound that blood makes as it moves through the heart. A heart murmur may mean there is an abnormality of the heart or valve structure. In most cases, it is completely harmless and a normal finding. Read on to learn more.
