1. Cold
Colds are one of the common diseases in babies and are usually caused by viruses. Symptoms of colds in babies include runny nose, sneezing, throat irritation, fever, etc. Treatments for colds include keeping the room well ventilated, drinking plenty of fluids, gargling with salt water, and using antipyretics.
2. Diarrhea
Diarrhea is excessive bowel movements or loose stools, often caused by a bacterial or viral infection. Symptoms of diarrhea in infants include diarrhea, vomiting, and abdominal discomfort. Treating diarrhea includes giving enough fluids and electrolyte supplements to avoid dehydration and following the recommendations given by your doctor.
3. Eczema
Eczema refers to the appearance of red spots, blisters and dry skin on the skin. Eczema, often caused by allergies or dry skin, is a very common problem for newborns. Treating eczema involves keeping your skin clean and dry, avoiding harsh skin care products, and using ointments recommended by your doctor.
4. Asthma
Asthma is a breathing disease usually caused by allergies or airway infections. Symptoms of infant asthma include shortness of breath, coughing, and chest tightness. Treating asthma involves using bronchodilators and anti-allergy medications and following the advice given by your doctor.
5. Ear infection
Ear infections are usually caused by bacterial or viral infections and are one of the common problems in babies. Signs of an ear infection include ear pain, fever, and pus. Treating an ear infection requires antibiotics and pain relievers, as well as following the recommendations given by your doctor.
6. Hand, foot and mouth disease
Hand, foot, and mouth disease is a contagious skin disease caused by enteroviruses that usually occurs most frequently in summer. Symptoms of hand, foot and mouth disease include mouth ulcers, blisters on the fingers and soles, and fever. Treatment of hand, foot and mouth disease requires maintaining indoor ventilation, drinking plenty of fluids, using antipyretics, and avoiding contact with other infected people.
Methods for the prevention and treatment of common infant diseases need to be determined according to the specific situation. It is recommended that parents seek medical treatment in time when their babies have abnormal symptoms and follow the doctor\’s recommendations for treatment. At the same time, parents should also pay attention to strengthening the nutrition and exercise of infants, improving the body\’s immunity, and preventing the occurrence of various common diseases.
