A premature baby is susceptible to infection because their immune system is immature. Read more about infections and the immune system of premature babies.
An easy-to-understand overview of fingernail infections including possible causes, treatment and when to see a doctor.
An overview of this condition marked by an inflammation of the lining of the sinuses, along with tips on how to help your child recover.
Viral respiratory infection is a general term for lung and airway infections. Read about different viruses that can cause viral respiratory infections and treatment options.
A summary of the symptoms, causes and treatments of oral thrush, an infection of the mouth most often found in infants during the first year of life.
After a heart transplant, your child will need a variety of medications, including immunosuppressants, drugs to prevent infection, and drugs to lower blood pressure.
Learn how to keep your child's stoma healthy, and what to do if the stoma or surrounding area become infected.
In children, post-infectious glomerulonephritis is usually caused by inflammation that follows an infection. Learn more about diagnosis and treatment.
Osteomyelitis is an infection of the bone. Learn more about the diagnosis and treatment of osteomyelitis.
An overview of the signs, symptoms, causes and treatment of the fungal skin infection tinea versicolor.
Mastoiditis is an infection caused by bacteria within the bone behind the ear. Learn more about what causes mastoiditis and find out how it is diagnosed and treated.
Learn about malaria, an infection passed on by mosquitoes.
A new ear piercing can easily become infected. Find out how to properly care for your child's new piercing.
Learn how a urinary tract infection affects the bladder and kidneys and how it can be treated.
Periorbital and orbital cellulitis are infections around the eye. Learn about what causes these infections, how they differ and how they are treated.
An in-depth discussion of the possible complications from central line treatments for children with brain tumours.
Information for parents about infections that may occur after a child's blood and marrow transplant (BMT).
Pneumonia is an infection of the lungs and lower respiratory tract. Learn about the signs and symptoms of community-acquired pneumonia and how to take care of your child.
Complications following scoliosis surgery can occur. Learn about the side effects of surgery, and what to look for in your recovering teen.
Learn about the symptoms of Parvovirus B19 infection in children, which is also called fifth disease or erythema infectiosum.
Rheumatic fever can develop when strep throat is not treated fully with antibiotics. Find out about what symptoms children with rheumatic fever experience and how it is treated.
Infection control is important in limiting the spread of germs between people with cystic fibrosis.
Swollen lymph nodes occur when the body is fighting an infection. Learn how to identify swollen lymph nodes and care for your child.
