The term meningitis means the infection of the covering of the brain (or the meninges). Although there are multiple causes, the two major germ categories are bacterial and viral. Viral meningitis, which occurs mostly during the summer months, goes away Read More …
Category: Childhood Illness and Conditions
Measles
Many people are surprised to discover that measles is a common cause of death in children worldwide today. Yes, I said today, in the 21st century. In developing areas like sub-Saharan Africa, measles is among the top causes of death Read More …
Lyme Disease
Lyme disease is caused by a bacterium called Borrelia. Humans are exposed to this germ by getting bitten by the black-legged tick, also known as a deer tick. Ticks contact the bacteria and get infected when they feed on infected Read More …
Listeria or Listeriosis
What is Listeria? Listeria Monocytogenes is the germ that has been at the center of a recent nationwide food-related outbreak. Listeria, like other bacteria, is found in the environment like soil, vegetation, animal feed, and in human and animal feces. Read More …
Milk Protein Allergy
Cow milk allergy is the most common food allergy in young children. Fortunately, most babies outgrow milk allergies by their second or third year. In the meantime, parents of babies with milk allergies can be reassured that – although there Read More …
Lactose Intolerance
Cow milk allergy differs from lactose intolerance. In order to understand the difference, one must know exactly what makes up cow’s milk. Ordinary cow’s milk contains three basic components: protein, sugar – specifically lactose – and vitamins and nutrients such Read More …
Insect Bite and Sting Reactions in Children
Many children tend to have large reactions to mosquito bites. Typically the reaction becomes enlarged, itchy and uncomfortable. And parent worry about the reaction spreading to the whole body and want to know what exactly they can do. Children who Read More …
Infectious Mononucleosis or “Mono” in children
What causes Mono? Yes, young children can get mono….the actual medical term is Infectious Mononucleosis, and it is caused by the Epstein-Barr virus(EBV). Though most people associate mono with teens and adults, it can infect children of all ages, in Read More …
Inadequate Weight Gain(Failure to Thrive)
One of the most important parts of the routine pediatric check-up is to weigh and measure children in order to ensure that their growth is normal. Also, when evaluating children for any given problem, the pattern of weight gain is Read More …
Heart Murmurs In Children
Heart murmurs in children are quite common. In fact, Up to 10% of all children have a heart murmur. It is reassuring to know that in almost all cases these murmurs are referred to as “innocent or functional”. What exactly Read More …