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A poorly child
By Roger Kingston of the Buderim Osteopath
When you child is sick and really not looking for an excuse to miss school or avoid an activity they don't like there are a few cardinal rules to follow. Firstly, you need to determine if its serious problem. Strip the child down and ensure they have no rashes that blanch on pressure. Are they sensitive to light and noise? Is their neck stiff? If so please take them to a Dr immediately. Are they hot? A raised temperature in a child can be dangerous and cause convulsions. A flannel down with tepid water can help this and give them Capol and Ibuprofen in the appropriate children's doses. Then encourage them to sleep in a cool room. If they are being sick or having diahorrea they must keep their fluids up to prevent dehydration. So sips of water often is a must. Sleep is a great healer especially when the TV is off! If in doubt call your GP or if you are concerned something is really wrong go to the hospital. No one will mind when its a child if its a false alarm! Never take an infection in a child lightly, they can become very ill very quickly. The joys of being a parent! But remember that common things are common and rare life threatening diseases are rare. |
The Buderim Osteopath
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