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How to Handle Burn Injuries in Kids: A Practical Guide
Imagine you are on a relaxing weekend holiday, and as you prepare a hot cup of tea or coffee, a boiling cup of water accidentally spills on your child. It’s a distressing situation that can leave everyone panicking. However, staying calm and knowing the right steps
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Importance of Ultrasound in Children’s Health
What is an Ultrasound Scan? Ultrasound is a dynamic imaging technique that uses low-power sound waves to look at structures inside the body. It is painless. A radiologist uses a hand-held device (probe) and glides it over the area of interest to visualize organ
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Gagging and Choking in Small Babies: What Every Parent Needs to Know
As small babies begin exploring the world around them, they often put things in their mouths. While this curiosity is natural, it can lead to risks of gagging or choking, especially when they start eating solid foods. Understanding the difference between gagging and choking
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When to Take Your Child to the Emergency Room for Stomach Pain?
Stomach pain is a common complaint in children and can often be managed at home. However, there are certain situations where stomach pain may signal a more serious problem requiring immediate medical attention. If you’re at home or attending an event and your child exp
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Understanding Testicular Torsion in Young Boys: A Critical Surgical Emergency
Testicular Torsion is a surgical condition that every parent of a boy child should be aware of. It is a sudden and painful condition that requires immediate attention to prevent lasting damage. Here’s everything you need to know about this surgical emergency, how to r
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What To Do If a Child Swallows a Coin?
Accidental coin ingestion is a surprisingly common occurrence in children. While the idea of a child swallowing a coin may cause alarm, it is reassuring to know that most cases are not dangerous and the coin often passes naturally through the digestive system. How
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When to take your child to the Emergency Room for a Fever?
Fever in children is a common concern for parents and caregivers. While many fevers can be managed at home, certain symptoms accompanying a fever may indicate a more serious condition that requires immediate medical attention. Here’s a guide to help you identify
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Protecting Children from Human Metapneumovirus (hMPV): A Guide for Parents
What is Human Metapneumovirus (hMPV)? Human Metapneumovirus (hMPV) is a respiratory virus that can cause a spectrum of illnesses, ranging from mild cold-like symptoms to severe lower respiratory tract infections, including bronchiolitis and pneumonia. It was first identified in
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Protecting Our Kids: Radiation Safety in Medical Imaging
Listening to your child’s doctor say that they need an X-ray or a CT scan may make you feel tense and worried. These scans are tools that help doctors diagnose and treat conditions, and can be lifesavers. However, there is a concern that justifiably lurks in the
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Pregnancy Challenges Caused by Fibroids
Fibroids are non-cancerous growths of the uterus. They are basically estrogen and progesterone hormone sensitive tumors which are seen in 3 to 12% of pregnant women. In many women, fibroids are insignificant, while in some, fibroids may be detected for the first time in
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The Importance of Hand Hygiene in Children: A Parent’s Guide
The Importance of Hand Hygiene in Children: A Parent’s GuideHand hygiene is one of the most efficient strategies to prevent the spread of illness, especially for children who are more vulnerable to infections. Teaching them how to wash their hands properly can significan
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