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Kids Health Information : Whooping cough
Whooping cough. Whooping cough is a respiratory infection (infection of the lungs) that causes coughing. The coughing can occur in long spells, and often ends with a high-pitched 'whoop' sound when the child breathes in. Whooping cough is caused by
Patient fact sheet | The Royal Children's Hospital Melbourne
Allergy and Immunology;Respiratory;Infectious Diseases
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Kids Health Information : Wrapping (swaddling) your baby safely – video
Wrapping (swaddling) your baby safely – video. Wrapping a baby's legs too tightly can cause problems with the normal growth and development of their hips, and has been linked to a condition called developmental dysplasia of the hip (DDH). This
Patient fact sheet | The Royal Children's Hospital Melbourne
https://www.rch.org.au/kidsinfo/fact_sheets/Wrapping_your_baby_safely/
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Kids Health Information : Your child's hospital stay
Your child's hospital stay. A visit to hospital can be frightening for a person of any age, but especially for children. The following information will give you some ideas to help you and your child before, during and after their visit to The Royal
Patient fact sheet | The Royal Children's Hospital Melbourne
Ophthalmology;Surgery and Anaesthetics
https://www.rch.org.au/kidsinfo/fact_sheets/Your_childs_hospital_stay/
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Kids Health Information : Hives
Hives. Hives are slightly raised, red patches of skin called wheals (or welts). They occur in groups on any part of the body, and can look like mosquito bites. They are often itchy, but sometimes also sting. The medical word for hives is urticaria
Patient fact sheet | The Royal Children's Hospital Melbourne
Allergy and Immunology;Infectious Diseases
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Kids Health Information : Liver and spleen injuries
Liver and spleen injuries. Liver and splenic lacerations can occur from trauma to certain areas of the tummy, including landing on or being hit in the tummy – often after a car, bicycle or skateboarding accident. These injuries cause the liver or
Patient fact sheet | The Royal Children's Hospital Melbourne
Pain;Gastroenterology and Hepatology;Emergency Care
https://www.rch.org.au/kidsinfo/fact_sheets/Liver_and_spleen_injuries/
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Kids Health Information : Warts
Warts. Warts are generally harmless skin growths. They are very common, affecting around one in five children. Warts can come up anywhere on the skin or mucous membranes (e.g. the mouth, genitals). However, they are most commonly found on the hands
Patient fact sheet | The Royal Children's Hospital Melbourne
Infectious Diseases
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Clinical Practice Guidelines : COVID-19 swabbing
COVID-19 swabbing. PIC Endorsed. Testing for SARS-CoV-2 (COVID-19) involves an oropharyngeal and deep nasal swab. Discomfort/distress may be experienced due to this procedure and preparation may minimise the impact for the child and their family.
PIC endorsed | The Royal Children's Hospital Melbourne
Emergency Care
https://www.rch.org.au/clinicalguide/guideline_index/COVID-19_swabbing/
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Clinical Practice Guidelines : Epistaxis
Epistaxis. Usually due to minor trauma or friable nasal mucosa. Try simple measures to stop bleeding first. Effective resuscitation is vital if circulation is compromised. Seek early ENT opinion if bleeding is severe or difficult to stop. Epistaxis
Guideline | The Royal Children's Hospital Melbourne
Ear, Nose and Throat;Surgery and Anaesthetics;Respiratory;Emergency Care
https://www.rch.org.au/clinicalguide/guideline_index/Epistaxis/
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Clinical Practice Guidelines : Iron deficiency
Iron deficiency. PIC Endorsed. Serum ferritin is the most useful screening test for assessing iron stores. A reduced serum ferritin (<20 μg/L) indicates borderline/low iron stores. For most children, iron deficiency with or without anaemia can be
PIC endorsed | The Royal Children's Hospital Melbourne
Ophthalmology;Gastroenterology and Hepatology;Surgery and Anaesthetics;Feeding and Nutrition;Haematology and Oncology
https://www.rch.org.au/clinicalguide/guideline_index/Iron_deficiency/
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Kids Health Information : Brachial plexus palsy or Erb’s palsy
Brachial plexus palsy or Erb’s palsy. The brachial (brake-ee-al) plexus is a large network of nerves running from the neck to the arm. These nerves provide movement and feeling to the arm and hand. Brachial plexus palsy is weakness or paralysis in
Patient fact sheet | The Royal Children's Hospital Melbourne
Ophthalmology;Surgery and Anaesthetics;Emergency Care
https://www.rch.org.au/kidsinfo/fact_sheets/Brachial_plexus_palsy/
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