What are the 10 Common Childhood Illnesses and their Treatment?

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1. Common Cold: A common cold is a viral infection of the upper respiratory tract that causes symptoms like a runny or stuffy nose, coughing, sneezing, and a sore throat. This condition usually lasts for seven to ten days and mostly resolves on its own.

Treatment: Rest and adequate hydration helps to recover faster. Warm liquids to drink can be given in case of sore throat. Do not give any antibiotics or over-the-counter cold medications unless prescribed by the doctor. 
2. Fever: Fever is a symptom of the body fighting off infections or illnesses. An elevated temperature of 100.4°F (38°C) and higher is considered fever. When children have a fever, their bodies feel warm or hot, may not be active, and seem less hungry and fussier.

Treatment: Adequate rest, plenty of fluids, and fever-reducing medications like acetaminophen or ibuprofen can reduce the fever. If the body temperature does not subside or the child has repeated fevers, seek a doctor’s help for appropriate treatment. 
3. Ear Pain: Ear pain is common in children and occurs due to many causes such as ear infections (otitis media), common cold or sinus infection, or pain in the teeth radiating to the ear. An ear infection is often characterized by ear pain, fever, and sometimes hearing problems. If the child complains of ear pain, a paediatrician needs to examine it to know the cause of the pain.

Treatment: Your paediatrician may prescribed antibiotics if it is a bacterial infection. Pain relievers and warm compresses for ear pain can be recommended to subside the pain. 
4. Stomach pain: Stomach or abdominal pain can be due to indigestion, food poisoning, or stomach flu (infection of the stomach and intestines). Your child may experience symptoms such as diarrhea, constipation, or vomiting along with stomach pain. Good physical hygiene and eating properly cooked home food will help in preventing stomach problems.

Treatment: Plenty of fluids to prevent dehydration, rest, and a bland diet as tolerated to alleviate the symptoms. Medications can be prescribed based on the symptoms and underlying cause. 
5. Cough: Coughing in children can result from various causes, ranging from mild respiratory infections to chronic conditions like asthma and allergies.

Treatment: Identifying the underlying cause of a child's cough is essential for proper treatment and management. Don’t use any cough medicines for children below 4 years of age unless prescribed by the doctor.
6. Allergies: Allergy is the immune system's abnormal response to harmless substances, resulting in symptoms like sneezing, runny nose, itchy eyes, and skin rashes. Identifying the allergens is important for proper management and preventing recurrences.

Treatment: Inhalers and medications prescribed by a doctor to control and manage symptoms.
7. Conjunctivitis (Pink Eye): Conjunctivitis is the Inflammation of the eye's conjunctiva, causing redness, itching, and discharge. It can be viral, bacterial, or allergic in nature.

Treatment: Antibiotic eye drops can be prescribed for bacterial conjunctivitis whereas viral conjunctivitis typically resolves on its own.
8. Bronchiolitis: It is a common respiratory illness in infants and young children, often caused by respiratory syncytial virus (RSV), leading to coughing, wheezing, and difficulty breathing.

Treatment: Supportive care, such as humidified air, hydration, and sometimes supplemental oxygen is prescribed by the doctor in severe cases.
9. Hand, Foot, and Mouth Disease: It is a viral illness usually seen in children, characterized by sores or blisters in the mouth, on the hands, and on the feet, accompanied by fever and general discomfort.

Treatment: Symptomatic relief for pain and fever, such as over-the-counter medications, and keeping the child hydrated.
10. Skin Rashes (Eczema, Diaper Rash, etc.): Various skin conditions that can cause redness, itching, and irritation. Eczema is a chronic skin condition, while diaper rash is a common irritation in the diaper area.

Treatment: Identifying and avoiding triggers for eczema is necessary to avoid flare-ups. Your doctor may prescribe topical creams ointments, or antifungal creams for diaper rash.

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