Integrated Medical Care (IMC) Hospital

28-Nov-22

Winter has begun. For practically everyone, especially moms this is one of the most challenging times of the year. How to prevent children from viral infections is the most frequent query from mothers during this season. Several illnesses are widespread during this time of the year. Although we may be aware of some diseases, it always helps in knowing and understanding the potential diseases winter brings along with it and how we can prevent them.

In this article, we'll learn about several common winter illnesses that can affect your children and what cautions can be exercised to keep them safe. As most of these are viral, once they affect one member of the family, they will undoubtedly spread to the rest.

Here are some typical winter illnesses for kids and how to avoid them.

Flu:

Sometimes the flu can be quickly recovered from. But if it is not treated in time, winter flu might become worse. A headache might be brought on by a blocked or running nose. It won't allow your child to breathe efficiently. Elderly folks also frequently contract this flu.

You could require medicine for prevention. In addition to this, utilise nasal spray and inhale steam to unclog your nose. Be patient since treating the flu can take some time.

Dry Skin and Rashes:

Dryness is one of the foremost complaints in winter. We all encounter it but when it results in rashes, the condition worsens. Peeling and redness can also happen. Children are more prone to this because of their reckless eating habits. Kids tend to drink less water in the winter, which makes their skin more dry. Rashes and dry skin can also be brought on by hot baths.

You must refrain from taking frequent hot baths for prevention. Moreover, for drinking, use only warm water and sip it properly. Every day 8 glasses of water are required. Utilise moisturisers and limit your intake of dry fruits.

Cold and Fever:

Fever is the most typical illness, but it lasts for a very long time and is highly annoying. It may begin in the early winter and last until the conclusion of the current season for your child. Although it can also affect elderly people, there is a reason why it affects children so frequently. These include improper hygiene, wearing warm garments carelessly, and eating unhealthy meals.

Make sure that your child practises good hygiene and always wears socks to help prevent this sickness. After all the fun and games, youngsters should wash their hands if they are playing outside.

Sore Throat:

One of the typical illnesses that can strike at any time is a sore throat. It will stay around longer but it wouldn't be inaccurate to claim that it will endure throughout the entire winter. This can affect both young people and children due to the winter viruses and germs. Children who have this illness may also sneeze.

Make sure that your kids are practising excellent hygiene to avoid this. Washing hands before eating and going to bed is a good practice. Apart from that, keeping them warm by dressing them warmly and feeding them well should be observed. Gargle with salty, lukewarm water for quick relief.

Asthma:

Even though it is an immune system-related disorder, the winter months are when it tends to trigger more. Its strong attack can be caused by a variety of factors such as cold fever, germs and pollen. It is equally prevalent in children and teenagers.

Although there is currently no effective treatment for asthma, there are some easy steps you may take to reduce its triggers. In particularly chilly weather, stay inside. Try to stay away from areas with a lot of pollen. Wear a scarf but not one made of wool. Never miss your medication for any paediatric disease including asthma.

Mouth Sore:

A disorder called mouth sores affects nearly every season,not only in the winters. Mouth soreness may be caused by inadequate hydration, the use of unseasonal fruits and poor food selection.

By limiting your kids' consumption of dry fruits, particularly walnuts and cashew nuts, you can protect your children from this common winter illness. Encourage them to take a drink and cover up.

If these illnesses are not promptly treated, they might cause ongoing headaches. Finding a qualified child specialist can help you save time and protect the health of your loved ones. The next concern is when and how to see a doctor. Here is the solution.

Tips:

To protect your child from all of these illnesses, you can take certain pre-winter precautions.

Give your kids fruits and vegetables that are high in vitamin C to keep their immune systems healthy.
Cover your ears in the winter since the cold temperature initially affects your head and ears.
Because microorganisms are more active at this time of year, practise extra hygiene.
Avoid going swimming.
Give steam if you have related illness or respiratory problems.
Every meal should be preceded by hand washing because unclean hands can also lead to stomach problems.
Avoid eating hot food.
In the cold, wear clean socks and cover your feet.
In the event of a serious condition, seek emergency medical attention.

When to see a Child specialist?

If your child is constantly wheezing, coughing or complaining of any illness, the best available child specialist should be seen.

Best Paediatrician in Lahore

Integrated Medical Care Hospital (IMC) is a reputable institution and often termed as one of the best hospitals in Pakistan. Here you find one of the best Paediatrician specialists in Lahore Pakistan.

DR.Muhammad Tauseef

MBBS, FCPS (Paediatrics, Pk), Clinical Fellow in Neonatology

Specialities: Neonatology & Paediatrics
Areas Of Focus: Neonatology (Medicine of newborn babies up to 28 days of life)
Schedule: Tuesday Evening: 08:00 pm to 10:00 pm.

Dr.Ammar Haider Gondal
MBBS, FCPS (Paediatrics, Pk), Clinical Fellow in Neonatology

Specialities: Neonatology & Paediatrics
Areas of Focus: Neonatology (Medicine of newborn babies up to 28 days of life).