1. Home
  2. pediatric

pediatric

A Review on Lumps, Bumps, and Birthmarks: When and Why to Refer

Author/s: 
Brown, K. W., Lucas, E., Hoppe, I. C., Humphries, L. S.

Skin lesions of the face, trunk, and extremities are commonly seen in the pediatric population. Although most of these lesions are benign, they can be locally destructive or interfere with normal development. Recognition and diagnosis of these lesions allow for timely workup and referral; treatment, if needed; and facilitation of parental discussions. The purpose of this article is to review common pediatric skin and soft-tissue lesions-or "lumps, bumps, and birthmarks"-to assist with diagnosis, workup, and guidelines for referral to pediatric plastic surgery. [Pediatr Ann. 2023;52(1):e23-e30.].

Keywords 
skin diseases pediatric diagnosis birthmarks assessment

Rotavirus

Author/s: 
American Academy of Family Physicians

What is rotavirus?

Rotavirus is a common stomach and intestinal illness. It mostly affects babies and young children. It is one of the most common causes of severe diarrhea. Almost all children will have a rotavirus infection by the time they are 5 years old.

Rotavirus is highly contagious. It spreads through direct or indirect contact with an infected person’s feces (poop). It can happen if you touch a contaminated object, food, water, or the hands or mouth of an infected person. The virus enters your body when your unclean hand touches your nose or mouth.

The risk of catching rotavirus is greatest in the winter and spring (December through June). Adults can get the disease, but their symptoms usually aren’t as severe.

Keywords 
abdominal pain pediatric diaherrea fever
Subscribe to pediatric