Flu (influenza) is a viral disease that, in the vast majority of cases, causes up to a week of high fever, coughing, cold symptoms and… Read More »Flu (influenza) in children – symptoms and treatment
Chickenpox is a highly contagious viral disease. It manifests as fever and fluid-filled blisters that affects virtually all unvaccinated children in Sweden. The blisters itch… Read More »Chickenpox in children – infection, patterns, incubation period
A sore throat is a common symptom in children. Often it is due to a cold. If your child has a high fever, sore throat,… Read More »Sore throat and a cold in children
Streptococcus is a bacteria that causes many different common infections in children. Tonsillitis, otitis and impetigo may be caused by streptococcus. And so can perianal… Read More »Streptococcus in children – tonsillitis, perianal strep and scarlet fever
Meningitis is a feared infection in children. Bacterial meningitis is life-threatening and requires immediate care. Viral meningitis is rarely life-threatening but may require hospitalization. Symptoms… Read More »Meningitis in children – fever, neck stiffness, sore neck