Scarlet Fever: Symptoms and Treatment
What is scarlet fever? Scarlet fever, also known as scarlatina, was once one of the most serious scourges of childhood, sweeping through families like wildfire and causing numerous deaths. But with modern antibiotics, the disease is far less dangerous…
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What is Lyme disease? Lyme disease is an infection that your child can get if he’s bitten by a tick carrying certain bacteria. Doctors call it the “great imitator” because it mimics other diseases, making it difficult to diagnose; in addition, a blood…
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What is Roseola? Roseola, or roseola infantum, is a fairly mild childhood disease that causes fever and a rash. Sometimes called “baby measles,” it typically strikes children between the ages of 6 months and 2 years. It’s caused by the human herpes vi…
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