Cataracts can develop in children due to congenital factors, trauma, infections, or steroid use, leading to blurry vision.

Respiratory infections, including mycoplasma pneumoniae, continue to affect children in Chennai, prompting doctors to ...

Croup in kids occurs due to a viral infection in the vocal cords and the trachea (windpipe). The infection causes swelling ...

5 out of 6 children have at least one ear infection by their third birthday. The typical treatment for ear infections includes antibiotics, pain relievers, and ear drops, but this can vary ...

Theories suggest UTI and constipation are related, but one does not necessarily cause the other at this stage in research. Learn about treating both here.

Infections caused by resistant bacteria lead to longer ... It is the largest trial of its kind to evaluate PCT-guided antibiotic treatment in children.

• Topical treatments: Over-the-counter 1% hydrocortisone cream can help with mild flare-ups. For more severe cases, pediatricians may prescribe stronger topical steroids or calcineurin inhibitors.

A groundbreaking UK study in The Lancet has examined whether an additional blood test called procalcitonin (PCT) could safely ...

About a million kids get ear tubes every year to help drain fluid and treat recurrent ear infections. A new way of performing the procedure was approved by the Food and Drug Administration a few years ...

Despite the advances in antibiotic treatments, ear infections can still lead to severe neurological complications such as ...

This can happen to anyone although it's more common in babies and kids. Sometimes, an ear infection will clear up on its own. If not, you'll need to see a doctor and start treatment so it doesn't ...