On warm summer days, kids love nothing more than playing outside or spending long days by the pool. However, those smiles can soon turn into tears if they get sunburned. Children’s skin is susceptible to ultraviolet radiation (UV) from the sun, and the risk of sunburn increases when they spend long periods outside. Even when…
5 Common Pediatric Digestive Disorders
A sore stomach and an odd bout of diarrhea are a normal part of growing up as your child’s body develops and becomes accustomed to new food groups. They may even have overindulged or need an urgent trip to the bathroom. However, if you notice that your child is regularly saying that their tummy hurts…
Pediatric Lupus: Causes, Symptoms & Treatment
Lupus is a chronic autoimmune disease that requires the long-term use of medications to treat the symptoms. It is estimated that approximately 25,000 children and teens are currently living with lupus in the United States. What is Pediatric Lupus? Pediatric lupus, or childhood-onset systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE),is a serious inflammatory disease that causes damage to…
Pneumonia: Symptoms, Diagnosis, Treatment and Prevention
The symptoms of pneumonia can range from mild to severe, and parents should be aware of the signs in order to prevent the risk of serious illness in their children. Keep reading to learn more about the symptoms, diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of childhood pneumonia. What is Pneumonia? Pneumonia is an infection of the lungs…
Peanut Allergy: Causes, Symptoms & Treatment
Food allergies are becoming an increasingly common issue that parents and children have to deal with. One of the most common — and most deadly — food allergies is an allergy to peanuts. We’ve compiled all of the information that parents need to know about the causes, symptoms, and treatment of peanut allergies as well…
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