No one likes to hear the words “kids” and “bronchitis” mentioned together. The good news is that most cases of bronchitis in children are mild. Bronchitis is an inflammation of the lining of the large breathing tubes in the lungs. With bronchitis, it’s harder for air to enter and exit the lungs and there is also a marked increase in the production of mucus. Bronchitis is either acute (comes on suddenly and doesn’t last long) or chronic (a persistent, long-term condition). Chronic Read More
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10 Symptoms of a Pediatric Ear Infection
Your child is in pain and tugging on an ear. We all know that it never happens at a good time. There is always some hesitation about whether to seek treatment for an ear infection. Knowing what to look for can help save you time and prevent worry when deciding to go to the doctor for treatment. An ear infection can be a viral or bacterial. It involves fluid accumulating around the eardrum in the middle ear and painful inflammation. If your child has a cold and a stuffy nose, there is a Read More
