Molluscum Contagiosum
Molluscum Contagiosum Molluscum contagiosum is a skin infection caused by a virus. It causes a distinct raised rash frequently seen in the pediatric population. Symptoms include: Small, firm, pink to skin colored raised lesions Lesions are not painful and not usually itchy Sometimes a cheesy core can be expressed Can be found anywhere on body […]
Thrush
Thrush Candida is a fungus that causes several different infections. When a child is infected with this fungus and it affects the mouth, it is called thrush. It often occurs in infants and children. Symptoms: White or yellow thick patches or plaques to tongue, lips, gums, roof of mouth, inner cheeks Can be painful Can […]
What is Eczema?
Atopic dermatitis, or eczema, is a chronic itchy inflammatory disease. Sometimes it occurs on its own while other times children may have asthma and or allergies at the same time. Common Features include: Dry skin Itchiness Redness Flakey/scaly skin Patches or bumps on skin Thickening or darkening of skin where patient has had chronic flares […]
What is roseola?
What is roseola? Roseola is a common illness in children younger than 2 years. It causes a fever that lasts 3 to 5 days and then a rash. Roseola can be alarming to parents, because it can cause a high fever. But usually, the condition is not serious and goes away without treatment. What are […]
Strep Throat – The Basics
What is strep throat? Strep throat is an infection that is caused by bacteria and leads to a sore throat. However, most sore throats are caused by a virus, and are not strep throat. About 3 out of every 10 children with a sore throat actually have strep throat. It is most common in school-age […]
Pinworms – The Basics
What are pinworms? Pinworms are small worms that can live in people’s intestines. They are the most common cause of worm infections in the US. Pinworm infections usually affect school- aged children. People who have pinworms can have intense itching around their anus. That’s because the female worms lay their eggs in the folds of […]
What is hand, foot, and mouth disease?
Hand, foot, and mouth disease is an infection that causes sores to form in the mouth, and on the hands, feet, buttocks, and sometimes the genitals. A related infection, called “herpangina,” causes sores to form in the mouth. Both infections most often affect children, but adults can get them, too. This article is about hand, […]
Erythema infectiosum – The Basics
What is erythema infectiosum? Erythema infectiosum is an infection that causes a rash, fever, and other symptoms. It is caused by a virus called “human parvovirus B19.” Another name for erythema infectiosum is “fifth disease.” Fifth disease is common in children. Adults can also get it. If a pregnant woman gets fifth disease, it can […]
Bronchiolitis and RSV – The Basics
What is bronchiolitis? Bronchiolitis an infection that affects a part of the lungs called the “bronchioles.” The bronchioles are the small, branching tubes that carry air in and out of the lungs. When these tubes are infected, they get swollen and full of mucus that makes it hard to breathe. Bronchiolitis usually affects children younger […]
Flu – The Basics
What is the flu? The flu is an infection that can cause fever, cough, body aches, and other symptoms. The most common type of flu is the “seasonal” flu. There are different forms of seasonal flu, for example, “type A” and “type B.” All forms of the flu are caused by viruses. The medical term […]
Conjunctivitis (Pink Eye) – The Basics
What is pink eye? Pink eye is the everyday term people use to describe an infection or irritation of the eye. The medical term for pink eye is “conjunctivitis” If you have pink eye, your eye (or eyes) might: Turn pink or red Weep or ooze a gooey liquid Become itchy or burn Get stuck […]
What is viral gastroenteritis?
What is viral gastroenteritis? Viral gastroenteritis is an infection that can cause diarrhea and vomiting. It happens when a person’s stomach and intestines get infected with a virus. Both adults and children get get viral gastroenteritis. People can get the infection if they: Touch an infected person or a surface with the virus on it, […]
