Appendicitis in children: the signals to pay attention to
Acute appendicitis is one of the most common causes of abdominal surgery in children between 6 and 20 years old, ...
Convulsions in children: what to do and when to worry
Convulsions are one of the most common neurological disorders in children. These are events that create very fright and concern, ...
Ibuprofen and children: when to administer it?
Alternate administration of ibuprofen and paracetamol is not recommended. We describe correct dosage, advice and side effects, for effective use ...
Amoxicillin for children: when does it need?
The inappropriate use of amoxicillin to children, especially in pediatric age, has further aggravated the problem of antibiotic resistance What ...
Streptococcus Children: symptoms, duration and how it is treated
Streptococcus is a bacterium that is often part of our microbial flora without causing ailments. Many of us are “healthy ...
Sincial virus: symptoms, care and what it causes
In most cases, the syncial virus occurs with flu-like symptoms and does not require hospital care. It is essential, however, ...
Influenza vaccine for children: is it good to do it?
Currently, in Italy, two inactivated vaccines and a attenuated vaccine are available for vaccinations in pediatric age. What are the ...
Rotavirus in children: symptoms, care and what it causes
It is known to cause acute gastroenteritis, an inflammation of the stomach and intestine, especially in children. Here are the ...
Influence in children: how long does it last and how to deal with it?
According to data from the World Health Organization, the seasonal influence affects between 20% and 30% of children every year, ...