Children's Health: Infections
RSV-IGIV to prevent RSV infection
08/09/06, HealthwiseRSV-IGIV is used to help prevent or reduce complications of respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) infection, such as pneumonia and bronchiolitis. RSV-IGIV is made up of several proteins (antibodies) obtained from many human blood
Should I have my child treated for chronic fluid behind the eardrum?
02/02/09, HealthwiseFluid behind the eardrum, also called otitis media with effusion, is a buildup of fluid in the middle ear behind the eardrum without symptoms of infection. The condition, sometimes called glue ear, often follows an ear infection, alth
Ear Problems and Injuries, Age 11 and Younger
02/13/08, HealthwiseEar pain in children may be a sign of an infection in the space behind the eardrum (middle ear). Ear infections (otitis media) most commonly occur when cold symptoms, such as a runny or stuffy nose and a cough, have been present for
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Fever, Age 4 and Older
04/24/07, HealthwiseFever is the body's normal and healthy reaction to infection and other illnesses, both minor and serious. It helps the body fight infection. Fever is a symptom, not a disease. In most cases, having a fever means you have a minor illness.
Fifth Disease - Topic Overview
03/07/07, HealthwiseFifth disease is a very common childhood illness. Adults can get it too. It is sometimes called “slapped cheek disease” because of the rash that some people get on the face. You spread the disease by coughing and sneezing.
Fifth Disease - Credits
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Thrush - Cause
03/10/08, HealthwiseCandida, the yeast that causes thrush, is normally present in small amounts in the mouth and on other mucous membranes. It usually causes no harm. But when conditions are present that let the yeast to grow uncontrolled, it invades
Thrush - Symptoms
03/10/08, HealthwiseThrush can be a mild infection that causes no symptoms. If symptoms develop, they may include the following.
Thrush - What Happens
03/10/08, HealthwiseMost cases of thrush are mild and clear up with the use of an antifungal mouth rinse or lozenges. Very mild cases of thrush may clear up without medical treatment. It usually takes about 14 days of treatment with an oral antifungal me
Thrush - When To Call a Doctor
03/10/08, HealthwiseIf you think you may have thrush but it has not been diagnosed, see the topic Mouth Problems, Noninjury to evaluate your symptoms.
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