Childhood Illness

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Eczema – 10 tips for children with eczema

Don't put up with terrible eczema, read Professor Williams top tips. Continue reading

Signs of Asthma in Children

How to spot an asthma attack in your child

Recognise symptoms of asthma in your child and know what action to take. Continue reading

Dealing with eczema in young children

Eczema in young children

Red, dry and itchy skin on the face or behind the ears and in the creases of the neck, knees and elbows. Continue reading

Infectious illnesses in children

Infectious illnesses in children

Chickenpox Incubation period: 10-21 days. Infectious period: The most infectious time is 1-2 days before the

Head lice

Head lice

Lots of children get head lice, regardless of whether their hair is clean or dirty. Children catch

Treating high temperature in your child

Treating a high temperature in children

If your child's face feels hot to the touch and they look red or flushed they may have a fever. Continue reading

Common childhood illnesses

Common childhood illnesses

Colds, eat infection, glue ear, sore throats and coughs are the most common childhood illnesses. Continue reading

Serious conditions and special needs in children

Serious conditions and special needs in children

Some children are born with or develop medical conditions that are serious, long-term or limit their

Diarrhoea and vomiting in children

Diarrhoea and vomiting in children

What to do if your baby, toddler or child is suffering from diarrhoea and vomiting. Continue reading

If your child has to go to hospital

If your child has to go to hospital

Hospitals can be strange, frightening places for children. Being ill or in pain can also make them upset.