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How To Spot The Signs Of Illness In Your Children

June 19, 2018 by Annie

A universal worry shared by every parent is that their child may one day fall ill. With several health conditions specifically affecting children in addition to all the other illnesses out there, it’s certainly scary to think about – even though the chances of a serious illness developing are quite low. Luckily, there are plenty of ways that parents can mitigate the risks and take care of their children, and one of these is by being on the lookout for signs of major illnesses.

Diabetes

Diabetes can affect people of any age, and children are no exception. The diabetes warning signs in children are, in fact, in some ways similar to those in adults with the condition. More frequent urination than usual, for example, may be a sign, while feelings of thirst and fatigue are also possible signs. Usually, suspected diabetes is not a condition that requires emergency medical attention unless the child is experiencing severe and urgent ill health. If you suspect that your child may be suffering from diabetes, then you should take them to their primary care physician to get checked out.

Meningitis

Our brains and spines are covered in membranes that do an essential job keeping them defended against infection. When meningitis strikes, though, it’s a sign that these membranes are malfunctioning in some way – and it can quickly become a life-threatening condition. There are vaccines available, but if your child is not vaccinated, then the potential symptoms of meningitis can include headaches, fevers and feelings of nausea.

In particular, blotchy skin is one way of spotting the signs: if you press a transparent glass up against the skin of a meningitis patient, then any red rashes or sore spots on the skin won’t fade like these sorts of skin events usually do. If you observe this, then you should take your child to the emergency room right away.

Chickenpox 

Many children will experience chickenpox from time to time. If your child develops crops of itchy spots anywhere across their body, for example, then they may have this condition, and the same applies if they experience a strong fever. If you think that your child may have chickenpox, then you should give them a week or so to allow the illness to run its course. If after that time the problem hasn’t cleared up, then visiting a physician is a good idea.

It’s not pleasant when your child is unwell, but sadly it’s something that most parents have to deal with at some point. Whether it’s chickenpox that has affected your child or it’s something potentially more serious such as meningitis, it’s definitely worth being aware of the possible symptoms so that you can look after your child as best you can. By remaining alert and staying calm, you’ll be able to spot the symptoms of an illness easily and give your child the help that they need to get better.

About Me

Hi! I'm Annie and I have 3 kids (all in their teens - yikes!). My mommy blog isn't all about lunches and DIY - it's also about humour. Like how my kids make fun of my texts as if I don't know how to use emojis (I DO!). Now that I have a bit more time - since my kids don't want to hang out with me (teenagers), I have taken up blogging.

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