Germs and bacteria surround your child constantly, increasing your child’s risk of getting sick. As a parent, it can be difficult to know when to consult with a paediatrician. Dr. Gwendolyn McDeigan at The Paediatric Centre in Nassau, New Providence, Bahamas provides a wide range of pediatric services, including diagnosis and treatment of common childhood illnesses.

What You Need To Know About Common Childhood Illnesses

Let’s look at some of the most common concerns you might have when your child gets sick:

If your child has a fever, it may go away with home therapies like taking children’s Tylenol, a cool bath, and rest. A fever can also be a sign of an infection, which needs to be treated. You should consult your paediatrician if your child has:

• A fever lasting longer than 2 days
• A fever higher than 100.4 degrees Fahrenheit if your child is under 2 months
• A fever of at least 104 degrees Fahrenheit if your child is older

You should also consult your paediatrician if you notice that your child is:

• Tugging at their ears, which may indicate an ear infection
• Wiping their eyes, or have red eyes, which could be a sign of pinkeye
• Having difficulty swallowing, which could be a sign of strep throat

Viral or bacterial illnesses are another common concern, and you should consult your paediatrician if your child is:

• Having labored breathing, which could indicate a respiratory infection
• Experiencing continuous nausea and vomiting, which could indicate a gastrointestinal infection
• Developing a skin rash that doesn’t go away or is getting worse, which could indicate an allergy
• Experiencing chronic diarrhea or constipation, which could indicate a gastrointestinal problem

Injuries are another common concern, and you should consult your paediatrician if your child has:

• Experienced a head injury
• An injury which is causing severe pain
• Severe swelling or bruising associated with an injury
• Dislocated, fractured, or broken bones

Want To Know More About Common Childhood Illnesses?

To learn more about common childhood illnesses and when to consult a paediatrican, call Dr. Gwendolyn McDeigan at The Paediatric Centre in Nassau, New Providence, Bahamas. You can reach her in the office by calling (242) 322-5025, so call today.