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Fevers can be concerning for any parent. But if your child also starts to jerk or twitch their body or lose consciousness, it can make things even more worrisome. When a high fever accompanies jerking or twitching, these are common signs of a febrile seizure. Febrile seizures can be scary to witness, but they're usually short-lived and harmless. However, some children can develop epilepsy, a brain disorder that causes recurring, unprovoked seizures. Read on to learn more about febrile seizures and what to do if your child experiences one. What are febrile seizures, and what causes them? Febrile seizures occur in children, typically between 3 months to 6 years old, and are triggered by a fever above 100.4 F. The fever may accompany common childhood illnesses, such as a cold, the flu or an ear infection. If a seizure develops with a fever of less than 100.4 F, this could be a sign of epilepsy or another seizure disorder. There is also a slight tendency for febrile sei...

While the arrival of spring brings blooming flowers and trees, it also marks the beginning of allergy season for many people. Those who suffer from hay fever may start to notice familiar symptoms such as sneezing, itchy eyes and a runny nose. Hay fever, also known as allergic rhinitis, affects up to 42% of people and can significantly impact their quality of life during the spring and summer months. When a person with hay fever comes into contact with an allergen (pollen), their immune system mistakenly identifies it as a threat and produces an antibody called immunoglobulin E, or IgE, to neutralise it. The IgE antibodies then attach themselves to a type of immune cells called mast cells, which are found in the nose, eyes and lungs. When the allergen comes into contact with the IgE antibodies on the mast cells, it triggers the release of histamine and other proteins, causing inflammation and the symptoms of hay fever. But why do so many people get hay fever, while other...

A sore throat is a scratchy or tender sensation in the throat that may worsen when swallowing or talking. A cough is your body's way of clearing mucus ("wet") or other irritants like dust ("dry") from your throat and lungs. Sore throat and cough may occur together, such as with a cold or COVID-19 infection. Noninfectious factors, like allergies, may also cause a sore throat and cough. This article will discuss the health conditions associated with a sore throat and cough and ways to relieve such symptoms at home. Strategies for preventing sore throat and cough will also be reviewed. SDI Productions / Getty Images Home Treatment for Sore Throat and Cough Most sore throats and coughs are caused by viruses and clear up on their own. In the meantime, home treatments can help provide comfort. Sore Throat Remedies Simple at-home remedies to soothe a sore throat include: Sucking on throat lozenges that contain...

The following is the summary of "Irritant-Induced Asthma" published in the November  2022 issue of Allergy and Clinical Immunology by Lemiere, et al. Inhalant-induced asthma, sometimes refcalledant-induced asthma (IIA), is a subtype of asthma triggered by inhaling chemicals that irritate the airways. There have been descriptions of cases of definite, probable, and possible irritant inhalation asthma (IIA), and these classifications are based on the concentration of the inhaled irritants and the development of respiratory symptoms in relation to the amount of time that the individual was exposed to the irritant.  It is estimated that between 4 and 14% of newly established work-related asthma are deemed to be conclusive cases of IIA. The agents that cause IIA could be present in the environment in the form of dust, fumes, gases, or aerosols. The most popular ones include chlorine, nitrogen oxides, sulfur dioxide, ammonia, acetic acid, and other cleaning...

Abstract Blood appearing in a previously well child's mouth may have many sources, and it should not be assumed to be haemoptysis, that is, coming from the respiratory tract below the larynx. In addition to the lungs and lower airways, consider also the upper airways, the mouth, gastrointestinal tract and cardiovascular conditions. This article discusses the differential diagnosis and appropriate investigations. Paediatrics Respiratory Medicine Rheumatology Gastroenterology Cardiology Data availability statement No data are available.

Zarbee's Naturals produces a line of non-drug cough and cold relievers that rely on natural ingredients. These products may be appealing when you want symptom relief but wish to avoid the side effects (and dangers to young children) of typical over-the-counter (OTC) cough and cold medications. In addition, Zarbee's Naturals has a variety of other health-supporting products. Zarbee's Naturals products do not contain drugs, alcohol, artificial sweeteners, artificial flavors, or dyes. Understanding their purpose and how they may work can help you make a good choice for yourself or your child. LightFieldStudios / Getty Images Varieties of Zarbee's Cough and Cold Products Zarbee's Naturals has cough and cold products for adults, children, and infants. These categories as based on product dosages, ingredients, and formulations appropriate for each age group. Zarbee's Cold/Cough Formulation Babies (up to 12 mo...

With Chennai still in the grip of influenza cases, persistent cough - one that lasts for longer than usual, particularly at night - is one of the predominant symptoms among those affected. Along with this, doctors are also seeing symptoms of prolonged tiredness as well as breathlessness in some patients. "Usually, the flu season begins in September and peaks in November. After December-January, the cases dip slowly. But this year, the flu season is still not over, and the infection continues to spread. During November and December, we saw H1N1 cases. As weeks passed, we are seeing H3N2 and influenza B cases. Now, there is also a mixture of viruses circulating such as rhinovirus and RSV (respiratory syncytial virus)," Suresh Kumar, consultant, Infectious Diseases, Apollo Hospitals, said. Flu cases have been on the rise for the last 60 days, according to Koushik Muthu Raja, professor of Respiratory Medicine at Sri Ramachandra Medical College and Hospital. "On an average, I...

Robitussin Cough and Cold is an over the counter cough suppressant, expectorant, and nasal decongestant. This multi-symptom medication helps relieve cough and cold symptoms. People Images / Digital Vision / Getty Images Active Ingredients (in each 5 ml tablespoon): Dextromethorphan HBr 10 mg (cough suppressant) Guaifenesin 100 mg (expectorant) Phenylephrine HCl 5 mg (nasal decongestant) Uses for Robitussin Cough and Cold CF: Temporary relief of cough due to throat irritation from: Common Cold Flu Inhaled Irritants Side Effects of Robitussin Cough and Cold CF Most medicines can cause some side effects. Not everyone will experience all of these, but you should be aware of them if you take this medication. Drowsiness or weakness Mild skin rash Nausea or upset stomach Mild headache Dosage: Children: ages 6 to 12—One teaspoon every 4 hours. Do not take more than 6 doses in 24 hours. ages 2 to 6—One half (1/2) teaspoon eve...

Adrianna Freedman Updated March 24, 2023, 4:02 PM "Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." Jenna Bush Hager has some big news to share about her family ... but it's not exactly what fans might expect. The Today show co-host often keeps her fanbase updated on her life at home with husband Henry Hager and their three kids: Mila, Poppy and Hal . But in a post added to Instagram on March 9, she reintroduced her followers to the family's new cat, Hollywood "Holly" Hager . ICYMI: The feline joined the crew earlier this year when Mila received her as a late holiday present. Fast forward, Holly has grown from a kitten to an independent cat and she even helped Jenna unveil her Read With Jenna book club pick for March. "Hallelujah for Hollywood Hager! 🐈 ," she captioned the series of photos. While the news of Hollywood's existence still surprised some Today show fans, they were equally thrilled ...

March 27, 2023 2 min read Source/Disclosures Source: Sanosyan A, et al. Abstract 226. Presented at: AAAAI Annual Meeting; Feb. 24-27, 2023; San Antonio. Disclosures: Sanosyan reports no relevant financial disclosures. ADD TOPIC TO EMAIL ALERTS Receive an email when new articles are posted on Please provide your email address to receive an email when new articles are posted on . " data-action="subscribe"> Subscribe ADDED TO EMAIL ALERTS We were unable to process your request. Please try again later. If you continue to have this issue please contact customerservice@slackinc.com. Back to Healio Key takeaways: Age, type of asthma, previous ED admission and family history were associated with admission. English fluency, insurance status and pulmonologist involvement were not associated with admission. SAN ANTONIO — Multiple factors ...

Chronic cough is any cough that lasts for at least 4 weeks in children and 8 weeks in adults. If you can't stop coughing it could be due to asthma, post-COVID-19, GERD, COPD, and more. Once the underlying condition is treated, your chronic cough should go away. About 4% to 10% of the adult population experiences chronic cough — a cough lasting eight weeks or more, or at least four weeks for children. A chronic cough doesn't call for immediate medical attention unless you experience it with other symptoms like fever, shortness of breath, chest pain, or coughing up blood, which may indicate a serious underlying medical condition. Chronic cough generally goes away once the underlying problem(s) has been addressed. So, to help you with that, here are 10 potential causes of chronic cough and how you can treat each...

IT is the middle of the night and Kenny's mother is worrying why he has been crying inconsolably. Kenny usually sleeps well. Suddenly, he won't sleep or feed. He still played with his daddy before sleeping off in his crib. The father is suggesting that he is grumpy and probably sick or maybe teething. Can Kenny's sudden acting outside his normal routine or behaviour be a red flag that there is something unsettling him? What Mrs Kemi Ayoola noticed in her 6-month-old daughter was increased drooling. She also starts to pull and poke her left ear, to the point where she has cut the inside a few times.  Also, before the lower tooth breaks through, even six hours after a meal she can vomit it up. Well, grandmas, great-aunts, neighbours and almost everyone else love to blame teething in young children for all these. In a cross-sectional survey involving 60 mothers present at a Children's clinic in the Enugu metropolis, many also attributed such a variety of symptoms ...