Infant Illnesses
A collection of information on the broad array of infant illnesses, including SIDS, pertussis, roseola, and other common baby diseases.
- Colic in Infants: Tips and TricksColic is characterized as constant crying by an infant for more than 3 hours a day. It usually occurs at least 3 days a week. Infant colic can be frustrating, but there are things that can be done to help soothe the infant.
- What is Pertussis? Side Effects and Information on the DAPTACEL VaccinePertussis (also called whooping cough) is a highly contagious disease that causes severe coughing spells. Children with pertussis develop thick, sticky mucus in the windpipe, which causes a series of a dozen or more short coughs in rapid succession.
Roseola (Sixth Disease) in InfantsA brief overview of the viral illness, roseola.- Causes and Treatments of Ringworm in InfantsIntroduction to ringworm and how to treat your infant if he/she contracts it.
- RSV: What You Need to Know About Respiratory Syncytial VirusRespiratory syncytial virus (RSV) infection is a viral disease of the lungs. It is spread from respiratory secretions through close contact with infected persons or contact with contaminated surfaces or objects. It is
- Childhood Disease or Immunization?Immunization of children is a very hot and controversial topic these days. Whether or not you choose to immunize your child, there are risks involved on both sides of the issue.
- SIDS Sudden Infant Death SyndromeSIDS (sudden infant death syndrome) is a horrible disease that takes the life of a beautiful infant. But why does this happen? Can you do things to prevent it?
- What is Newborn Jaundice?Newborn jaundice is a common occurrence in infants and is easily treatable, but parents and caregivers should be aware of the signs or symptoms of jaundice.