He will probably need to know: 1. Your child’s age. 2. Whether your child has a temperature and if so, what it is, how long he’s had it, if there have been any temperature fluctuations, if he has a fever, … Read More

If your doctor doesn’t know what’s wrong, she should tell you what further tests are necessary to get a clear diagnosis. She should also advise you of the implications of the illness or condition. If, for example, your child has … Read More

If your child has a recurrent condition, such as cold sores or boils, ask your doctor what you can do yourself if you notice the symptoms recurring. If your child has a chronic condition, ask your doctor if there is … Read More

Keep them somewhere obvious so that you can find them quickly when you need them. Never mix pills in the same container and never keep unused prescription medicines. Keep all medicines out of reach of children in a locked cupboard … Read More

While fever is a good sign it is also important not to let a raised temperature get too high. A high temperature can be uncomfortable and children can become irritable. In very young children with a high temperature there is … Read More

Taking a temperature In children, normal body temperature ranges from 36 degrees C (96.8F) to 37C (98.6F). Any temperature over 37.7C (100F) is classed as a fever. Hypothermia develops if the temperature falls below 35 degrees C (95F). Body temperature … Read More

Most medicines for young children are made up in a sweetened syrup to make them more palatable, and can be given with a spoon, tube, syringe or dropper. Droppers, tubes and syringes, are often more suitable for babies who haven’t … Read More