Nosebleeds are common. Most often they are a nuisance and not a true medical problem. But they can be both.
To take care of a nosebleed
Sit upright an…
What is shaken baby syndrome?Shaken baby syndrome is the term that is used to describe a form of child abuse caused by vigorously shaking an infant, o…
Dehydration means that a child's body lacks enough fluid. Dehydration can result from not drinking, vomiting, diarrhea, or any combination of these co…
Most of the patients presented with foreign body inhalations, some due to allergic oedema and one case had laryngeal cyst causing respiratory tract ob…
When a child is choking, it means that an object — usually food or a toy — is lodged in the trachea (the airway) and is keeping air from flowing norma…
A fracture consists of a break or crack in the bone. There are two types of fractures. The first is a "simple fracture." This term refers to a fractur…
BACKGROUND: The systematic approach of the pediatric patient with recurrent upper airway obstruction (RUAO) must be based on a through clinical histor…
Bleeding can occur after minor or major cuts and scrapes. The first thing to do is to put firm pressure on the wound with a clean cloth. Continue to h…
Outdoors/Backyard/Pool- Are all walkways and outdoor stairways well lit?- Are all walkways clear of toys, objects, or anything blocking a clear path?-…
Heat disorders are a group of physically related illnesses caused by prolonged exposure to hot temperatures, restricted fluid intake, or failure of te…
Disorders of consciousness are medical conditions that inhibit consciousness. Some define disorders of consciousness as any change from complete self-…
From kids washing up under a too-hot faucet to an accidental tipping of a coffee cup, burns are a potential hazard in every home. In fact, burns, espe…
