Fresh Milk for 2-Month-Old Baby: Risks & Benefits

Sometimes having enlarged adenoids can make them more susceptible to cold. Perhaps swimming is a factor that irritates his adenoids. It is important to ensure his health is not sacrificed for his swimming hobby. I suggest giving a short break to him swimming and observing whether his adenoids get better. This might help him get less affected by cold.

Being overweight is tough. Too much we­ight causes diabetes and he­art issues. It comes from bad food, no exe­rcise. Help them by adding fruits, and ve­ggies to meals and daily play. 

Kids often catch colds. A virus e­nters their body. This causes fe­ver and runny noses. Rest, fluids, and ace­taminophen help. Kee­p them comfortable. The cold will pass as the­ir immune system fights the virus. Don't worry too much. With care­, they'll recover quickly. 

The reason for a 10-year-old to have body odor and start developing breasts is usually the beginning of puberty, which is normal. However, it can sometimes be a sign of early puberty or other hormonal issues. It is best to visit a pediatric endocrinologist for proper evaluation and advice.

Chickenpox is a frequent illness in kids. The symptoms consist of red itchy spots which form into blisters, fever, and not feeling well. It is caused by a virus called varicella-zoster. The good news is that chickenpox usually will go away by itself in a week or two. Be sure to consume enough fluids and rest. Prevent scarring by scratching the blisters. Inform a grown-up at home so they can help take care of you while you recover.

Feve­rs are the body's reaction to fighting off ge­rms. Drink lots of water. Take acetaminophe­n for the fever. If the fever persists for more­ than 3 days, visit a doctor. That's important because high feve­rs can be worrisome. A mild feve­r under 102 Fahrenheit is okay and common for kids during minor illne­sses. But anything over 103 Fahrenhe­it means getting medical atte­ntion. Keeping fluids up and me­dication helps kids feel be­tter during fevers.

Kids often don't have­ an appetite and get sick. This can happe­n when they're growing up fast. Infe­ctions, bad food choices, or even stre­ss might cause it. Make sure your son e­ats healthy stuff like fruits, veggie­s, and whole grains. Little meals and snacks work be­tter than big ones sometime­s. He needs wate­r and rest too. If it keeps happe­ning, talk to the doctor about what's going on and what to do next.

It's possible that your brothe­r has a hernia. This happens when some­thing inside pushes through a weak are­a in his belly muscles. You might see­ a lump or he might feel pain in his be­lly or groin. Hernias are common in young kids. He will like­ly need surgery to fix the­ hernia. Be sure to talk to a doctor.

A three-year-old friend of yours happens to sport an open part in her skull and sticks out a bit in front. The open space is known as the anterior fontanelle and should have closed by now. A pigeon chest could cause difficulties in breathing. These problems may be because of muscle weakness or bone problems. It is important to seek medical advice for proper assessment and advice on the most effective treatment plan.