Search results for childhood illness

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• Rashes in babies and children

  NHS information on some common rashes in babies and children, such as chickenpox, eczema, impetigo, ringworm, scabies, slapped cheek syndrome and more.

• Leg and foot problems in children

  Common problems affecting the legs and feet of children, including walking on tiptoes, turned-in feet, knock knees and flat feet, plus advice on first shoes.

• Common cold

  Find out about the common cold, including what the symptoms are, how it's spread, how it's treated, and how you can prevent it.

• Is your baby or toddler seriously ill?

  How to recognise warning signs of serious illness in children under 5, such as cold hands and feet, rapid breathing, or mottled skin.

• ADHD in children and young people

  Find out about ADHD (attention deficit hyperactivity disorder) in children and teenagers, the symptoms of ADHD, how to get a diagnosis and how to manage it.

• Scarlet fever

  Find out about scarlet fever, including the symptoms, what to do if you or your child has it, how it's treated, how long it lasts and how it's spread.

• Colic

  Find out about colic, including what the symptoms are, what you can do to help soothe your baby, and when to get medical help.

• Measles

  Find out about measles, a highly infectious viral illness that can be very unpleasant and sometimes lead to serious complications.

• Looking after a sick child

  Read about how to look after a sick child, including dealing with minor accidents and when you should get help.

• Is my child too ill for school?

  Find out when it's best to keep your sick child at home and when it's OK to send them to school or nursery.