My child is complaining of aching bones. How can I help, and what could it be?
Children will often complain of aching bones for no apparent reason. Here’s what lies behind their complaints. Is your child complaining of ‘aching bones’. This is often their way of expressing a pain in the limbs, usually in their legs. This can often be down to wear and tear from physical exercise and running around, but they often complain of pain for no apparent reason. Sometimes they may even wake...
Spotting a medical condition in your child: red flags and warning signs
Worried about the health of your child? Here are the top red flags and warning signs to look for. Children are made to keep their parents’ stress levels high. They are constantly bashing into objects, tripping up or coming down with mystery illnesses. It’s all part and parcel of childhood and the odd cough and cold will help build up their immune system for later life. However, as a parent, it’s...
What does the newborn baby check include
Every new-born baby undergoes a series of routine health checks. Here’s what they are and what to expect. When you give birth, your child will undergo a series of checks to make sure they are healthy and to screen for certain diseases. These will usually take place within 24 hours of birth and will include basic things such as birth weight and the circumference of the head on birth and...
What to do if your child has a fever
Worried whether your child’s fever is just a run of the mill illness or something worse? Here are a few signs to look for. Most children will run a fever from time to time, but more often than not this is nothing serious. However, it will be worth keeping an eye on and, if things don’t improve, it will be a good idea to seek medical attention. Running a temperature A...
What to do if you child has D & V
Diarrhoea and vomiting are very common symptoms in children of all ages. In most cases they are caused by a virus that affects the gut (gastroenteritis). However, occasionally, such illnesses are caused by bacteria or infections elsewhere in the body. They may also be due to food poising or food allergy Diarrhoea and vomiting are more serious in babies, infants and toddlers compared to older children. The younger age group are...
Taking Paracetamol and Ibuprofen
Ibuprofen and Paracetamol can both provide fast and effective relief from fever and pain, but it’s crucial to get the doses right. We’re all familiar with paracetamol and Ibuprofen, but people are often uncertain about the differences between them and when each should be taken. Our guide has everything you need to know. It is normally better to give paracetamol (which trades under Calpol for children) first in order to reduce a...