Infant Illnesses
A collection of information on the broad array of infant illnesses, including SIDS, pertussis, roseola, and other common baby diseases.
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Colic is characterized as constant crying by an infant for more than 3 hours a day. It usually occurs at least 3 days a week. Infant colic can be frustrating, but there are things that can be done to help soothe the infant.
By Kaye Siders | Published 4/25/2006
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Pertussis (also called whooping cough) is a highly contagious disease that causes severe coughing spells. Children with pertussis develop thick, sticky mucus in the windpipe, which causes a series of a dozen or more short coughs in rapid succession.
By Tabitha Rodriguez | Published 4/18/2006
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A brief overview of the viral illness, roseola.
By Dinah Laurel | Published 3/10/2006
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Introduction to ringworm and how to treat your infant if he/she contracts it.
By Dinah Laurel | Published 3/10/2006
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Respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) infection is a viral disease of the lungs. It is spread from respiratory secretions through close contact with infected persons or contact with contaminated surfaces or objects. It is
By Cristina Olvera | Published 1/9/2006
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Immunization of children is a very hot and controversial topic these days. Whether or not you choose to immunize your child, there are risks involved on both sides of the issue.
By Mel Holden | Published 9/25/2005
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SIDS (sudden infant death syndrome) is a horrible disease that takes the life of a beautiful infant. But why does this happen? Can you do things to prevent it?
By Cindy Wright | Published 8/7/2005
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Newborn jaundice is a common occurrence in infants and is easily treatable, but parents and caregivers should be aware of the signs or symptoms of jaundice.
By Deanna Anderson | Published 7/16/2005
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