Symptoms of infection in children
There is a period of special care for newborn babies for about one month after birth. During this time, any kind of infection can spread rapidly in them. In many cases, its symptoms are not known to the parents. In such a situation, if treatment is not provided then it can prove dangerous. In some cases, parents understand the symptoms but ignore them considering them as cough and cold.
In such a situation, doctors have told about those symptoms which are signs of infection and disease in newborn children.
What are the signs of infection in children?
Dr. Vipinchandra Upadhyay in the Pediatric Department in the District Hospital of Ghaziabad. show that newborn baby After birth, it needs to be taken care of very carefully. Even small problems in a child’s body can become serious. In such a situation, it is important to pay attention to some symptoms. If a newborn baby’s temperature is more than 100 degrees, do not ignore it. Its identity is such that the child’s hands, feet, head and stomach all remain warm. In this situation, fever is checked by placing a thermometer next to the child. If it is more than 100 then consult a doctor
not drinking milk
If a newborn baby is not drinking milk then it is a serious sign. The baby usually feeds every few hours. When he is sleeping it is a different thing, but when he is awake he feeds. If the child is not doing this and is lethargic then this also indicates infection. Along with this, if the child is crying continuously then this should also not be ignored.
Frequent vomiting and diarrhea are also signs of infection in the child.
Why does infection occur in children?
exposure to bacteria or viruses
touching a child with dirty hands
weakening of child’s immunity
premature birth
What to do for protection?
Do not let too many people touch the newborn baby.
If you are touching a child, wash your hands first.
use clean clothes and bedding
get vaccination on time