Whooping cough is a contagious respiratory infection caused by Bordetella pertussis bacteria. More formally known as pertussis, the illness causes coughing spells that can sometimes end in a “whooping” sound when breathing in. Babies younger than 12 months and people with suppressed immune systems are most at risk for severe complications. The coughing fits (sometimes…
Anyone can get measles, but the illness is more severe in children and adults with a weakened immune system. Measles is very contagious and causes a total-body skin rash and flu-like symptoms. Measles is uncommon in the United States thanks to widespread immunization. Measles outbreaks still occur. Childhood measles symptoms typically start with a persistent…
Between ages 2 and 4 years, kids are especially vulnerable to middle ear infections (otitis media). When the space behind the eardrum is infected by a virus or bacteria, inflammation flares and fluid builds up, adding pressure and causing pain. Older kids can tell you when their ear hurts. Babies, infants and younger children will…
Stomach flu is different from influenza. Stomach flu, or gastroenteritis, is an infection of the digestive system that causes fever, diarrhea, nausea and vomiting.It usually lasts a few days, and most kids and teens recover at home with rest and plenty of fluids. Stomach flu and food poisoning can have very similar symptoms. If your…
Is your child coughing? It might be acute bronchitis. Viruses such as influenza cause most cases of short-term, or acute, bronchitis in children. Inflammation in the bronchial tubes — airways to and from the lungs — result in a lasting cough, the most common symptom. Acute bronchitis can also develop after upper respiratory infections. Unless…
RSV (respiratory syncytial virus) is a respiratory virus that frequently comes and goes, leaving children sick with cold symptoms for about a week. But the virus can infect the lungs, causing breathing difficulty and severe illness in babies and other young children. RSV is highly contagious and is most common in the fall through spring….
Strep throat is a bacterial infection that usually needs treatment with antibiotics. With the proper medical care — and plenty of rest and fluids — most kids get back to school and play within a few days. The most common strep throat symptoms include: Less frequently, a red rash covering much of the body that…
Most often seen in autumn, croup is typically caused by a viral infection that affects the upper airway, specifically vocal cords and throat. It’s common in kids, especially between the ages of 6 months and 3 years. The telltale sign of croup is the barking cough accompanied by a high-pitched squeak when breathing. A kid…
Hand, foot and mouth disease is a common viral infection in children under age 5, but older kids and adults can also catch it. Symptoms include painful mouth sores, fever, sore throat and a skin rash on the hands, feet and diaper area. Hand, foot and mouth disease spreads easily on unwashed hands contaminated with…
Norton Children’s, in collaboration with the UofL School of Medicine, is helping provide automated external defibrillators (AEDs) to schools, along with the necessary support and training. As a Project ADAM affiliate, we help schools across the region become Heart Safe Schools — campuses trained and equipped to respond immediately to cardiac emergencies. Every minute CPR…
Childhood migraine symptoms can be confusing – especially for those living in the Louisville and Ohio Valley area, where seasonal allergies can cause similar symptoms. Migraine symptoms often can be dismissed as sinus headache, leading to mistreatment and continual migraine attacks. Early treatment – especially during childhood – often provides greater relief. Childhood Migraine Symptoms…
Lista Gratuita para Recién Nacidos: Tu Guía para el Primer Año del Bebé The Newborn Checklist is also available in English Dar la bienvenida a un nuevo bebé es emocionante, y seamos honestos, un poco abrumador. Por eso creamos la Lista para Recién Nacidos, una guía gratuita lista para imprimir, diseñada para apoyarte durante los…