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Rheumatic fever

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.

Fever in babies and children

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A fever can be a sign that the body is fighting an infection. Learn how to properly care for your baby, toddler or child with a fever.

Typhoid fever

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An overview of the causes, symptoms, treatment and ways to prevent your child from catching typhoid fever. This bacterial infection common in countries with poor sanitation and hygiene.

How to give acetaminophen and ibuprofen

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Learn how acetaminophen and ibuprofen can be used to help make your child more comfortable and bring down their fever.

Fever in a returning traveller

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Find out what to look out for and when to see a doctor if your child has a fever after travelling abroad.

Periodic fever adenitis pharyngitis aphthous ulcer (PFAPA) syndrome

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Information about the symptoms, causes, diagnosis and treatment of periodic fever adenitis pharyngitis aphthous ulcer (PFAPA) syndrome.

Scarlet fever

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Easy-to-understand overview covers signs, causes, treatment and advice on when to seek medical assistance for this serious strep throat infection with a rash.

Fever and neutropenia during cancer treatment

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An overview on fever and a side effect of chemotherapy, called neutropenia. Learn how this side effect will be managed.

Strep throat

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Strep throat is a throat infection caused by a type of bacteria called streptococci. Learn how you can take care of your child.

Systemic juvenile idiopathic arthritis (sJIA)

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Systemic juvenile idiopathic arthritis (sJIA) is an autoinflammatory disease that causes swelling in the joints. Discover quick facts about sJIA, including its symptoms.

Roseola

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Find out how to recognize and treat the signs and symptoms of a roseola infection.

Familial Mediterranean fever (FMF)

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Familial Mediterranean fever (FMF) involves recurrent episodes of fever accompanied by symptoms of abdominal pain, chest pain, joint pain and/or skin rashes. Learn about causes, tests and treatments for FMF.

Febrile seizures (convulsions caused by fever)

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Read about the symptoms, prevention, first aid treatment and proper care for a child experiencing febrile seizures (convulsions)

Interleukin-3

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Your child needs to have the medicine called interleukin-3 as part of their cancer treatment. This information sheet explains what interleukin-3 does, how it is given, and what side effects or problems your child may have when they get this med

Temperature taking

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Learn how to correctly take your child's temperature when they have a fever, depending on their age, and which methods to avoid.

Mumps

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Learn about signs and symptoms of mumps and how to manage it in your child.

Ibuprofen for fever or pain

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Discover what ibuprofen does, how to give it, and what side effects or problems your child may have when they take this medicine.

Malaria

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An overview of malaria and the signs, symptoms, treatment and prevention of this infection passed on by mosquitoes.

Common vaccine side effects

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Vaccines, like any medicine, can have side effects. Learn about common vaccine side effects and how to treat them.

Sinus infections

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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.

Infections after a blood and marrow transplant

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Information for parents about infections that may occur after a child's blood and marrow transplant (BMT).

Post-operative and post-anaesthetic care: Caring for your child at home

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Learn how to take care of your child at home after the procedure.

Sickle cell disease: Overview

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Sickle cell disease is an inherited blood disorder. Learn about the signs and symptoms, potential treatments and when to call 911.

Mononucleosis

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Mononucleosis, or mono, is a type of viral infection. Learn about signs and symptoms and how to take care of your child at home.

Chest pain in children

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Learn about causes and treatment of chest pain in children.