What is Hand, Foot & Mouth Disease (HFMD)? Hand, Foot & Mouth Disease (HFMD) is a contagious viral infection commonly affecting young children, especially those under five years old. Caused by viruses in the Enterovirus group, HFMD typically spreads in childcare settings, play areas, and schools. Though generally mild, the infection is characterized by its…

Lyme disease is a bacterial infection that can affect people of all ages, but children are especially vulnerable due to their time spent playing outdoors. Transmitted through the bite of infected black-legged ticks, commonly known as deer ticks, Lyme disease can cause a wide range of symptoms. Early detection and treatment are essential to prevent…

Babies and young children have sensitive skin that can be easily irritated by everyday items they come into contact with at home and outside. Children have thinner skin than adults, and their immune system isn’t fully developed yet, which means that when they come in contact with irritants, they can end up with irritating and…

As the largest organ in the human body, the skin plays many roles, such as helping regulate temperature, providing a protective barrier against bacteria, viruses, and chemicals, and reducing the harmful effects of UV rays. It also plays a vital role in the immune system. Children spend a lot of time playing and exploring the…

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…

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…

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…

Athlete’s foot is a fungal infection of the skin that causes an itchy and painful rash. It is fairly common in older children and teens who are active in youth sports. In fact, it is estimated that 70% of people will get an athlete’s foot infection at some point in their life. This infection can…

There are several common skin problems in children that can manifest throughout childhood. Many of these skin problems look the same and may need to be diagnosed by a doctor. Read on for all you need to know about the most common skin issues in kids and how to treat them. Eczema Eczema (also known…