5 months

Fever and symptoms of illness 26

What can cause diarrhea in a baby (teething, antibiotics, new foods)?Diarrhea and vomiting are common in infants and are often caused by a stomach bug.0–12 mo.
When is diarrhea in an infant dangerous, and when should you see a doctor or go to the hospital?Worry about an infant under 12 months with diarrhea or vomiting needs an urgent medical assessment; vomit with blood or green vomit needs immediate medical help.0–12 mo.
How do you treat a runny nose in a baby (suctioning, medicines, home remedies)?For a runny nose, drinking plenty of fluids and nose drops with a salt solution help; children under 6 should not be given over-the-counter cough and cold medicines unless a doctor or pharmacist…0–12 mo.
What can cause a runny nose in a baby (teething, spit-up, dry air)?A blocked or runny nose is one of the main symptoms of a cold, which is caused by viruses.0–12 mo.
How long does diarrhea last in a baby?Diarrhea usually stops within 5–7 days.0–12 mo.
When should you see a doctor about a runny nose in an infant?Difficulty breathing, pauses in breathing, blue or gray skin, tongue or lips, or a floppy child who will not wake up or stay awake need immediate medical help; call 999 (the ambulance number in…0–12 mo.
Will diarrhea in a baby go away on its own, and what should I give during it?Diarrhea and vomiting can usually be treated at home.0–12 mo.
Is a runny nose in an infant without fever or other symptoms normal?A blocked or runny nose is one of the main symptoms of a cold; improvement should start after about 1–2 weeks, and in young children symptoms may last longer.0–12 mo.
Why does a child's cough get worse at night, during sleep, in the morning or in the evening?A cough that lasts a long time, especially when it gets worse at night, may be a sign of asthma, and it is worth seeing a doctor about it.0–60 mo.
Can heat, sun or a vacation cause fever, vomiting or diarrhea in a child?Yes, overheating (heat exhaustion) can cause vomiting and a high temperature.0–36 mo.
How long does a cough last in a child, and what should you do if it is persistent and does not go away?A cold in younger children usually clears up within 2 weeks, and a cough lasting longer than 3 weeks is worth discussing with a doctor.0–36 mo.
How should I handle a vomiting child (hydration, diet, medicines)?Give a vomiting child plenty of fluids, for example water, and feed a baby breast milk or a bottle in small portions, more often than usual.0–36 mo.
How can I soothe my child's cough, and which medicines or syrups can be given?Coughing helps clear the airways; a child over 1 year old can drink a warm drink with lemon and honey.0–60 mo.
What causes vomiting in a child (virus, food, worms)?Vomiting in children is often caused by a stomach infection; food poisoning or another infection, for example of the urinary tract, can also be the cause.0–36 mo.
Why does a child vomit regularly, for example in the morning or at night?Cyclical vomiting, meaning severe episodes separated by periods of feeling well, often starts in children around 5 years old, and in babies reflux usually starts before 8 weeks and improves by 1 year.0–36 mo.
When is vomiting in a child dangerous, and when should you go to a doctor or the hospital emergency department (SOR)?Call an ambulance at 999 (the ambulance number in Poland) or 112 (the emergency number in Poland) for persistent vomiting, especially with blood mixed in, loss of consciousness, convulsions or…0–36 mo.
Is a cough in a child without a fever or with a runny nose a reason to worry?A cough is usually not a reason to worry if the child eats, drinks and breathes normally and has no wheezing.0–60 mo.
What does vomiting mean in a child with and without a fever?Vomiting is often caused by a stomach infection and usually stops within 1–2 days.0–36 mo.
Why does a child's fever come and go, or return in the evening and at night?A high temperature usually returns to normal within 1 to 4 days.0–36 mo.
When should a child's cough be a concern, and when should you see a doctor?For intense shortness of breath, call an emergency medical team (ZRM) at 112 (the emergency number in Poland) or 999 (the ambulance number in Poland).0–60 mo.
What does a fever in a child with no other symptoms mean?A fever is 38°C or more and usually passes within 1 to 4 days.0–36 mo.
How long does vomiting last in a child?Vomiting in children usually stops within 1–2 days.0–36 mo.
What do bile, blood, phlegm or saliva in a child's vomit mean?Green or yellow vomit in a baby, or vomit with blood, needs an urgent medical assessment, and persistent vomiting, especially with traces of blood, is a situation for calling an ambulance.0–36 mo.
What should I do if my child vomits after a blow to the head or a fall?Vomiting after a head injury needs an urgent medical assessment.0–36 mo.
Which symptoms after a vaccination (fever, runny nose, vomiting) are a normal reaction in a child?After a vaccination, local symptoms may appear (redness, mild swelling, tenderness), and among general symptoms the most common is a fever of 38 °C or more; the symptoms usually last 1–3 days.2–24 mo.
What does a barking cough in a child mean?A barking cough is one of the symptoms of croup.0–60 mo.

Crying and colic 11

Skin and care 8

Teeth 7

Breast and bottle feeding 5

Sleep 5

Development and developmental leaps 4

Starting solid foods 4

Safety at home 2

Emergencies and 112 1

When to call 112 (the emergency number in Poland) about a child?Call 999 (the ambulance number in Poland) or 112 (the emergency number in Poland) when someone's life is in danger and immediate help is needed.0–60 mo.

Emotions and toddler defiance 1

When does separation anxiety start in babies?Separation anxiety and fear of strangers are common in young children between the ages of 6 months and 3 years.4–12 mo.

Speech 1

What are the stages and norms of speech development in a child up to 3 years old?Children differ in the pace of speech development, but they learn language in a natural order.0–36 mo.

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