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Young children, when faced with an upsetting situation or sudden pain, can hold their breath, causing them to turn bluish or pale, and pass out. Although this is alarming to parents, breath-holding spells are generally not harmful. Children who experience these episodes typically recover quickly with no lasting effects.
It’s common for children to snore when they have a cold, but frequent snoring in young children and toddlers is not normal. CHOP experts explain the signs to look for to tell the difference.
Indoor allergens like mold, dust mites and pet dander are common causes of allergy symptoms in children year-round. An allergist can help identify what allergens trigger flare-ups and the best method of treatment.
Bronchiolitis is an infection of the lower respiratory tract that usually affects infants. There is swelling in the smaller airways or bronchioles of the lung, which causes obstruction of air in the smaller airways.
Croup is most common in children younger than 3, with the peak age around 2. Croup occurs most often in winter.
Detailed information on pneumonia, including different types, diagnosis, and treatment.
Detailed information on the signs of respiratory distress in children.
The common cold is one of the most common illnesses, leading to more primary care provider visits and absences from school each year than any other illness.
Herpes zoster (shingles) is caused by the reactivation of the varicella-zoster virus, which is the same virus that causes chickenpox.
Fifth disease is caused by the human parvovirus. It is most prevalent in the winter and spring and is usually seen in school-aged children.