When the site of ear bore is infected it should be cleaned with spirit and cotton and antibiotic cream should be applied. Following fresh ear boring ear lobe should be cleaned with spirit and cotton twice a day and the stud should be frequently rotated. Infection of eyes is common in children. Conjunctiva is the […]
Instead of believing some superstitions proper treatment should be given for mumps. Children with mental stress or fever may have night terrors and will have disturbed sleep. That is, they will have horrifying dreams. Such children should be pacified and be given courage. Discussion about the dreams should be done and the fear should be […]
November 3, 2016 Sandwich day is celebrated on November 3 every year around the world which is also the birth day of John Montagu the 4th *Earl of a town by name Sandwich, a city in the shire of Kent in England. As the history goes, John Montagu who was so crazy about playing […]
Sometime skin gets boils due to some bacteria. If there are one or two yellowish blisters on the skin antibiotic creams should be applied over it. If there are plenty of boils over the body after consulting a doctor antibiotics medicines should be given. Nails of the children with boils should be trimmed and asked […]
October 31, 2016 Halloween or Hallowe’en (a contraction of All Hallows’ Evening), also known as Allhalloween, All Hallows’ Eve, or All Saints’ Eve, is a celebration observed in a number of countries on 31 October. The word “Hallowe’en” means “hallowed evening” or “holy evening”. Halloween activities include trick-or-treating, attending Halloween costume parties, decorating, carving pumpkins […]
Some children may faint due to mental stress, fear or pain. This is due to the transient impairment of oxygen supply to the brain. Such a fainting attack usually lasts for less than one minute. If children faint, the dress should be loosened and made to lie down in an airy atmosphere. If child loses […]
October 29, 2016 World Stroke Day is observed globally on October 29 every year to highlight the serious nature and high rates of stroke, raise awareness of the prevention and treatment of the condition and provide better care and support for survivors. This event was started in 2006 by the World Stroke Organization (WSO) Campaign […]
If some chemicals or bleaching powder falls in the eyes of children, eye lids should be wide open and the eyes should be thoroughly washed with sterile water for 15 minutes. Affected eye should be kept closed with a sterile bandage. Child should be asked not to rub the eye. If there is any foreign […]
It is due to excessive oil secretion from the sweat gland. This usually disappears from 6-12 months. This is called as ‘Cradle cap’. Babies with this cradle cap should have wash of the head frequently. Soft brush or gentle comb should be used to remove the skin flakes. After applying oil to the scalp skin […]
October 21, 2016 Reptile Awareness Day is observed every year on October 21 to promote education, conservation and appreciation for reptiles. The day is created to bring awareness and to learn about their natural habitats and the ecological threats they are facing. A reptile is a cold blooded vertebrae with dry and scaly skin […]
Anti histamines advised by the doctors should be given to control the itching. Children with chickenpox can be given easily digestible soft bland liquid and solid diet. Children following fever may get small blisters, ulcers over the angle of the mouth and lower jaw beneath the lower lip. It is due to viruses. Children should […]
October 15, 2016 Global Handwashing Day is observed globally on October 15 every year. It is a campaign to motivate and increase awareness among the people around the world to make them understand the importance of handwashing with soap which is an easy, effective and affordable way to prevent diseases and lead a healthy […]