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Fever is a natural response of the body that helps in fighting off foreign substances, such as microorganisms, toxins, etc. Body temperature is set by the thermoregulatory center, located in an area in the brain called hypothalamus. Body temperature is not constant all day, but actually is lowest at 6 A.M. and highest around 4-6 P.M. Related Article Tags: , , , , , , , , ,
Chicken pox is a common affliction that affects people of all ages but is most commonly seen in children. The symptoms of chicken pox are red bumps on the body that turn into blisters and that increase in quantity over several days. The bumps may look like insect bites or a rash and is often difficult to diagnose the first few days. Often, it is accompanied by a fever. Watch the bumps to see if they turn into blisters and if more bumps emerge over a few days.
When your baby has a fever or cold, your first urge is to run right to the pediatrician. But, mild colds and fevers are common, and often don't require a visit to the doctor, just some at home management. Here are some techniques to help manage colds and fever at home, and some information to help you know when to call the doctor. Related Article Tags: , , , , ,
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A part of the brain called the hypothalamus acts as the body's thermostat. When all is well in the body, the hypothalamus is set at the normal body temperature. Fever develops when the hypothalamus is set to a higher-than-normal temperature. This resetting of the hypothalamus is usually caused by small molecules called pyrogens in the blood. Related Article Tags: , , , , , , , , ,
Most people would worry if their temperature, or the temperature of their child or other loved one, was to rise by more than a couple of degrees and they would probably act to try to reduce the temperature to nearer the normal 37C/98.6F. Surprisingly, this is not necessarily the best course of action. Related Article Tags: , , ,
Understanding infants health is very helpful for a parent of a child.
Infants easily pick up viruses and illnesses. Their immune system is not well developed and it seems every little illness that is around, they get. Having the basic knowledge can help save on stress, time and money. It will also help a parent make sure they are doing everything possible to ensure their kids health. Related Article Tags: , , , , , , , , , , , , , , ,
Glandular fever (or kissing disease) is the common term used to describe an acute viral infection called infectious mononucleosis. The virus that causes glandular fever is known as Epstein-Barr virus. Glandular fever mainly affects young adults. A chronic form of glandular fever is one of the suggested causes of chronic fatigue syndrome. Related Article Tags: , , ,
Are you suffering from hay fever ? Get to know why hay fever occurs, how to cure your hay fever , natural remedies for hay fever.
Babies can have a ton of little issues, and we worry ourselves silly over them, though most are no real threat to baby's health. Here are a list of the most common little ailments, how to treat them at home, and when to call the doctor. Related Article Tags: , , , , ,
Immunizations are a necessary evil of childhood. As a mother, it's heartbreaking to have your one year old begin to cry as soon as you enter the pediatrician's building out of fear of a shot, but every time you take him to the doctor, but immunizations are the reason the death rate for infectious disease among babies and young children is so low today. Following are the immunizations your child should receive, and the approximate ages at which they will receive them. Related Article Tags: , , , , ,
Fever, a very common condition among everyone is caused when the body temperature gets elevated than the normal temperature. Our body temperature is regulated by the hypothalamus present at the base of the brain. It regulates the body temperature and keeps it according to the need. Common fever occurs in almost every human being irrespective of sex and age, and it occurs more than once in every one. Fever can also be caused by some serious diseases like malaria, pneumonia, infection, flu, cold, cancer etc. Sometimes fever is caused due to the side effects of medicines you are on. Related Article Tags: , , ,
Fever blisters or cold sores are usually the blisters which appear on the lips and in the outer edges of the mouth. It is very small but painful. After few days they form a scab and also display a clear liquid. Usually it is caused by the herpes virus. If due to some any other reason this virus is triggered off then it results into cold sores or fever blisters. There is not any permanent cure for fever blisters but with the help of the home remedies its severity and frequency can be reduced. Usually they appear after cold, fever stress during menstruation and also due to exposure to the sun. Several home remedies are there which will reduce the affect of fever blisters. Related Article Tags: , ,
An increased temperature is the sign of many types of infection in a child, and it is essential that this can be measured. Every household with a child should have a clinical thermometer in the medicine cabinet. This article explains why. Related Article Tags: , , , , ,
Hay fever has been given many different names such as allergic rhinitis, pollinosis or nasal allergies. You can contract hay fever due to certain air borne dust particles exposed in the environment. These dust particles can be pollen, dander which can cause allergic reaction. Hay fever problem mainly begins from surroundings by which anyone can be affected. Staying away, from any of the allergy triggering factors is the best solution. Related Article Tags: , , ,
Baby health care is a serious subject which needs a basis with which the parents can refer to when it comes to their child. New and old parents rely on doctors to evaluate and diagnose their baby. Pediatricians are doctors who specialize in children usually twelve years old and below. Related Article Tags: , , , ,
Fever blister or cold sores are very unpleasant for the sufferer and the worst part is that they are caused by a virus which doesn't leave your body after healing, but stays there and reactivates periodically. If you had fever blisters once, you will most likely have them again. The virus usually hits when your body is weakened. Besides looking very bad, cold sores are also very painful and disturbing. Related Article Tags: , , ,
Children are very susceptible to illnesses, in part because their immune systems are not fully mature. Breastfeeding of course provides some immunity to common illnesses, but nowadays most children are weaned by the time they are 1 year old.
Many individuals suffer with seasonal allergies, including hay fever, that affects the nose and eyes. Commonly caused by dust, pollen and animal dander, many allergy sufferers often especially begin to feel the effects during the spring months as the trees and flowers begin to bloom. Watery, red and itchy eyes combined with a stuffy and/or runny nose are just a few of the symptoms relating to hay fever.
Chronic sinus infection can affect anyone, including children. However, distinguishing chronic sinus infection in children is hard to do, since children are prone to other upper respiratory tract infection as well, like common colds. On the average, a child suffers from bouts of URI around 6 - 8 times per year.
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