Burns Prevention and Treatment
Reduce the Risk of Burns 1. Create a child-safe area at home.Child free zone in kitchen area and child safe zone where hot utensils are out of reach. 2. Set rules of the home for caregivers. 3. Test the bath water before bathing the child. 4. Make sure dangerous cooking equipment is stored away. 5. […]
Why is my baby spitting up milk?
Spitting up small amounts of milk (formula and/or breastmilk) is common and usually a normal symptom in babies. Up to half of young babies spit up some feeds. In most cases, this will not require special tests or treatment. This happens when there is a transient relaxation of the lower oesophageal sphincter at the lower […]
Asthma Control
Asthma is a chronic condition that needs to be managed. With good control, children’s lives should not be limited, and they can enjoy a full life, participating in school, sports, and fun activities! Why are regular check-ups with your paediatrician important? – Your doctor will create an “action plan” with you to help keep your […]
What is Asthma
Asthma is the commonest chronic disease of childhood. In South Africa approximately 20% of children have asthma. More boys have asthma than girls. Asthma is a long-term illness of the lungs that causes the tubes that carry air into and out of the lungs (airways) to become swollen (inflamed) and produce lots of thick mucus. […]
How can the Flu be Prevented
A parent’s guide to flu. When should you see your paediatrician? – Any time you are worried– Any illness in the first 2 months of life – A fever of > 39°C in any child under 2 years – Symptoms that are not improving How is the flu treated? Mild symptoms can be treated with […]
