Dermatomycosis in children
Skin mycoses are quite common in children. They are very common in pre-school and early school age children. They usually affect the hairy scalp. Mycoses are contagious diseases and always require...
Intestinal microflora in the newborn - what is it?
The int estinal microflora is none other than all the beneficial bacteria that live in our intestines. In newborns, it needs to develop well and breastfeeding promotes this. In adults and the...
Food intolerance in children - causes, symptoms, diagnosis, treatment
Food intolerance is much more common in children than food allergy. After eating a particular food, the young patient experiences very unpleasant symptoms that make it difficult for him to sleep,...
Avian influenza virus
Avian influenzavirus occurs in birds of different species (pigeons, magpies, ducks and geese). What are the symptoms of avian influenza and how can it be diagnosed?
Opponents of child vaccination and their arguments
Arguments about whether children should be vaccinated are still ongoing. Two camps have formed in this connection - opponents and supporters. What are the arguments against vaccinating children?
Vaccine-induced damage to the nervous system in children
There is an ongoing dispute about whether children should be vaccinated. This has created two camps - those in favour of vaccination and those against it. At present, the biggest problem for doctors...
Eosinophilia in children
Every parent tries to look after their child as well as possible. Regular blood and urine tests for our child are very important. What if she has an elevated level of eosinophils?
Post-vaccination symptoms in children
The vaccination of children and the type of vaccines used for this is still a very controversial topic today. In most cases, they do not cause any adverse reactions.
Antibiotic resistance
The discovery of antibiotics represented a major breakthrough in the treatment of many diseases. Scientific studies and medical observations show that we are increasingly turning to antibiotics....
What goes into children's vaccines?
The key ingredient in childhood vaccines is appropriately selected antigens. In addition to this, they include additives and excipients that perform a number of very important functions.
Infantile rhinitis - causes, symptoms, diagnosis, treatment
A runny nose in infants is very common. For many parents it is a trifle that will pass on its own, unfortunately in some cases it leads to dangerous illnesses and complications. The nasal passages of...
Is vaccination for children necessary?
The birth of a child is a great joy but also a change in the life of parents. With the return home, there will be very pleasant moments with the baby but also responsibilities. Importantly, parents...
Herpes in a baby - causes, symptoms, diagnosis, treatment
The herpes virus is very common in children under three years of age. It is caused by the HSV virus (herpes simplex virus, HHV-1 and HHV-2, human herpesvirus). The lesions, in the form of...
Vaccinations in children - complications
More and more parents are wondering whether to vaccinate their children. There are various vaccines available on the market, but are they really safe for children?
Is the heat dangerous for children?
In summer, sunshine and warmth are very important to us. However, if the temperature exceeds 30-32 degrees Celsius, the heat makes our body unable to adapt to it (we feel weak, we do not feel like...
Is the HBV vaccine less effective in people with rheumatoid arthritis than in healthy people?
Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) is a chronic inflammatory disease that affects other organs in addition to the joints. The disease requires specialised treatment because, if untreated, it leads to joint...
Vaccinology
Vaccinology is an important field of medicine that grew out of paediatrics, infectious disease science and epidemiology. More specifically, it is the science of immunization.
Causes of headaches in children
An increasing number of scientific studies and medical observations show that children also suffer from headaches. The situation when a child complains of a headache should not be underestimated....
Antibiotic therapy in babies
The birth of a baby is a very important moment for parents. It so happens that our baby has to take an antibiotic shortly after birth. Many parents wonder: should they put their baby on antibiotics?
Can sick children be vaccinated?
Many parents wonder whether their child can be vaccinated when they have a slight cold, are taking antibiotics or have just finished taking them It is important to remember that before each...
