Ailments - symptoms and treatments Flashcards
What are the symptoms of ASTHMA?
Breathing difficulties
What are the symptoms of BRONCHITIS?
Inflammation of Chronicle tubes, cough, excessive mucus
What are the symptoms of COLD SORES (herpes)?
itchy, watery blister
What are the symptoms of COLIC?
hard to soothe or settle baby, Very windy Bring knees to tummy
What are the symptoms of CONJUNCTIVITIS?
Inflammation of the eye, Making Eyes sore, red and itchy
What are the symptoms of CONSTIPATION?
The child may pass hard stools with blood
What are the symptoms of CONVULSIONS (fits)?
high temperature, fever, the child becomes unconscious and twitches violently
What are the symptoms of CRADLE CAP?
a thick layer of scurf which forms on the scalp of some babies
What are the symptoms of CROUP?
effects child’s breathing, giving them a barking cough and a tight chest
What are the symptoms of EARACHE?
effects of cold or infectious disease. Results in an Inflammation of the tubes of the ear.
What are the symptoms of ECZEMA?
Runs in families. produces a scaly red rash on the face, behind the knees and elbow creases. it is very itchy and children make it worse by scratching.
What are the symptoms of EPILEPSY?
The child may be coming on conscious for a second and become vacant and pale then continue as it as if nothing happened or child may experience convulsions and falls unconscious and may bite their tongue, shake violently and grind their teeth.
What are the symptoms of MENINGITIS?
Inflammation of the meninges. caused by a virus or bacterial infection. The child may experience a fever, convulsions, sickness and apathy.
What are the symptoms of PNEUMONIA?
high temperature, a cough and difficulty with breathing.
What are the symptoms of THRUSH?
thick white fur on the tongue and gums.
What is the treatment for ASTHMA?
anti-allergy, other drugs, and inhalers
What is the treatment for BRONCHITIS?
consult the doctor who will probably prescribe antibiotics
What is the treatment for COLD SORES (herpes)?
cold sore lotion or ointment from a chemist. see a doctor if severe
What is the treatment for COLIC?
severe cases can be treated with drugs
What is the treatment for CONJUNCTIVITIS?
very contagious, so use separate towels for the child. a doctor will prescribe drops or ointment
What is the treatment for CONSTIPATION?
give child more roughage, fresh fruit, prunes and more liquid. see a doctor before giving laxatives
What is the treatment for CONVULSIONS (fits)?
call the doctor
What is the treatment for CRADLE CAP?
May be softened with warm olive oil and removed
What is the treatment for CROUP?
consult doctor
What is the treatment for EARACHE?
the doctor will give immediate treatment with antibiotics. the hearing was be checked when the infection is cleared up
What is the treatment for ECZEMA?
there is no cure but it is genuinely outgrown after 3 or 4 years. cream might help with itchiness
What is the treatment for EPILEPSY?
there is no cure however medication does help to control it. it is very successful in preventing convulsions.
What is the treatment for MENINGITIS?
Treatment with antibiotics must be quick as acute illness is dangerous. it can leave permanent deafness
What is the treatment for PNEUMONIA?
usually responds to antibiotics
What is the treatment for THRUSH?
easily cured with nystatin preparations, which will be supplied by the doctor.
What is the treatment for A COUGH?
see Doctor
What is the treatment for NOSE BLEEDS?
the head should be tilted forward and the nose firmly pinch at the sides to stop the bleeding if there are frequent nosebleeds the child should see a doctor
What is the treatment for STOMACH UPSETS?
the child should be given plenty of fluids to avoid dehydration in special attention given to personal hygiene
