June Illnesses in the community
Well, not quite sure where May went, but here we are in June!! Kids are out of school and summer fun is at hand.
Here is a sampling of what we are seeing at the office:
Another “Flu-like illness”. High fevers (103-104 F), body aches and extreme tiredness. Almost no other symptoms until the end of the illness (day 5-7) when runny nose and cough develops. I have been surprised by this illness at this time of year, but we are rolling with the punches! Please bring your child in if she has trouble breathing or keeping hydrated….over the counter GENERIC tylenol or motrin help tons with the symptoms.
Strep Throat–extreme sore throat, refusal to eat or drink, fevers and sometimes a red, “sandpaper” type rash on body. Nausea and vomiting may also occur. Bring your child in for evaluation–we have a quick test we can do to determine if it is the actual “Strep” germ and then treat with antibiotics.
Roseola–this is another high fever illness that ends with the fever going away and boom, a total body rash that is a red color. Classic viral illness that requires no antibiotics, just much love and care.
Injuries: These are preventable with proper protective wear and thinking! Helmet always with any riding activity–bike, skateboard, scooter, etc. Sometimes protective knee wear and wrist/elbow pads. Please insist on these things and start early so it becomes natural to put these on before the activity. One more pet peeve: Parents MUST wear the gear also to be good examples and for the same reasons–prevention of a serious injury!!
And last (but certainly not least!), we are seeing a lot of people having a great summer break–get out there and enjoy the time off! Until next time…..
