Articles on pediatrics
Dear visitors! Every year, Ukraine sees a significant rise in flu cases during the autumn-winter period. The Ministry of Health and Legislation Protection of Ukraine emphasizes the importance of following preventive measures against flu infection, as well as proper measures in case of illness.
Symptoms of false croup in children, treatment What is false croup? In medical terminology it is called acute obstructive laryngotracheitis. This term refers to a syndrome of upper respiratory tract involvement (larynx and trachea) in the vast majority of cases caused by viral infections. The lar
When a child develops a high fever, severe sore throat, and a rash, it is almost always stressful for parents. This is especially true when symptoms develop rapidly and the child becomes lethargic, refuses food, or complains of pain when swallowing. One possible cause of this condition is scarlet
Ukraine experiences three waves of plant pollination. In March–April, trees release catkins. During this wave, especially in forest and forest-steppe zones, two peaks of tree pollination are observed. Alder is the first to bloom, followed by birch, supported by hornbeam and ash. Due
Every family with a baby eventually reaches the day of introducing the mysterious and often myth-surrounded world of complementary feeding. Some parents prepare for this stage well in advance by buying courses, reading books, and choosing feeding accessories and baby foods even before the child is b
Childhood infectious diseases are one of the most common reasons for parental concern. High fever, rash, prolonged cough, or swelling of the parotid glands often raise many questions: how dangerous is it, are antibiotics necessary, when is it safe to stay at home, and when should you seek urgent med
Every year, hundreds of thousands of people worldwide die from flu complications. Contrary to popular myths, the flu is not just a "cold," but a fairly serious infectious disease. Understanding the dangers of the flu helps people make timely decisions about protection, since it affects vul
Is it worth getting vaccinated against polio and at what age Vaccination against polio is the only way to protect a child from this viral disease, the consequences of which can lead to disability. The most severe and, unfortunately, not rare manifestation of poliomyelitis is paralysis. In this ca
Every year we face the cold and flu season. Some people experience mild illness, while for others several days of fever, cough, and weakness become a real challenge. It is especially difficult for parents of young children: when a child is hot, lethargic, or coughing all night, it is natural to worr
Vomiting, diarrhea, abdominal pain, and fever are symptoms that almost every family has encountered at least once. It is especially concerning when a child becomes ill: they become lethargic, refuse food and drink, and parents worry about dehydration. Infectious gastroenteritis (acute intestinal
During the warm season, bee and wasp stings are among the most common causes of sudden pain, fear, and anxiety, especially in children. Even a small swelling or redness can alarm parents, and the internet is full of conflicting advice — from “apply anything from the fridge immediately&rd
Main methods of treatment of infectious mononucleosis in children Mononucleosis - what kind of disease is it? This is an acute infectious disease, the causative agent of which is most often the Epstein-Barr virus, which belongs to the group of herpesviruses. Infectious mononucleosis occurs with the
Types, signs and treatment of congenital heart defects Among the most frequently diagnosed congenital pathologies are heart defects. They appear in the first days of a child's life. However, when carrying out an ultrasound examination of the fetus with modern equipment at the stage of its bearing, t
Rabies, as you know, is a dangerous disease that can be prevented through vaccination. People who are in constant contact with animals that could potentially carry the rabies virus can and even should receive preventive vaccination. Who Needs Preventive Vaccination? Veterinary medicine p
ADOS-2 - plan of diagnostic examination for autism ADOS-2 - for the presence of autism spectrum disorders for children and adults The method is recommended for use by children and adults of any age with suspected autism spectrum disorders (ASD). ADOS-2 is a complex semi-structured method, which co
Prevention and treatment of flat feet in children Flat feet is a characteristic deformity of the foot, in which the longitudinal or transverse arch is flattened. The main cause of the pathology is weakness of the ligamentous-muscular apparatus. Symptoms of flat feet in children are manifested by ch
Methods of treatment of cytomegalovirus in children and adults Cytomegalovirus infection belongs to the herpesvirus family. The disease is latent in healthy people, but is dangerous for patients with immunodeficiency (HIV-infected people taking immunosuppressants after organ and tissue transplantati
Kryvoshya – one of the most common diseases in newborns. The main cause of the disease is considered to be congenital underdevelopment of the sternoclavicular-mammoid muscle located on the lateral surface of the neck. With torticollis, the baby's head is tilted in the direction of the prob