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 overview of this condition marked by an inflammation of the lining of the sinuses, along with tips on how to help your child recover.
Learn how to keep your child's stoma healthy, and what to do if the stoma or surrounding area become infected.
An easy-to-understand overview of fingernail infections including possible causes, treatment and when to see a doctor.
In children, post-infectious glomerulonephritis is usually caused by inflammation that follows an infection. Learn more about diagnosis and treatment.
An overview of the signs, symptoms, causes and treatment of the fungal skin infection tinea versicolor.
Learn about malaria, an infection passed on by mosquitoes.
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.
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.
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.
Osteomyelitis is an infection of the bone. Learn more about the diagnosis and treatment of osteomyelitis.
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.
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.
A new ear piercing can easily become infected. Find out how to properly care for your child's new piercing.
Complications following scoliosis surgery can occur. Learn about the side effects of surgery, and what to look for in your recovering teen.
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.
Swollen lymph nodes occur when the body is fighting an infection. Learn how to identify swollen lymph nodes and care for your child.
Learn about the prevention and treatment of infective endocarditis, a serious infection of the heart.
Learn why blood counts are important after your child's blood and marrow transplant.
Hepatitis C is an infection caused by a virus. This page provides an overview of signs, symptoms, transmission and treatment of hepatitis C.
