Childhood Illness

Learn what our expert has to say about how long a child should stay home from school when he has a fever.

When there are giant congenital nevi larger than 20com, patients should be seen by a pediatric dermatologist for exact management.

Get information about Osgood Slaughters disease, which causes bone inflammation below the kneecap.

The symptoms of a sinus infection are different for children than for adolescents and adults.

Roseola is a very common viral illness. Find out when children who have it are contagious.

Ear infections are a very common problem among children, and some kids are affected more severely.

Warts are not uncommon in children. Find out when they should be treated.

The flu (influenza) vaccine is strongly recommended for any person six months or older at increased risk of having the flu.

Sometimes an infection in the tonsils can be difficult to treat. Find out why.

Recurrent pains in children are very common, with the head and belly being two of the more common sites.

Learn whether bladder infections are common in children and find out the best preventive measures.

There is no need to be overly worried about an extra DPT immunization.

Decongestant nose spray is not routinely recommended for toddlers.

Immunizations are one of the most significant and cost-effective advances in medicine.

Despite an egg allergy, your child should probably be vaccinated against measles.

Scarlet fever is simply a "strep throat" with a rash.

Both warm and cool mist humidifiers accomplish the same thing -- getting moisture into the air.

Once your child is exposed to chickenpox, you won't know whether she has it for at least 10 days and for as long as 21 days.