Hay fever rarely affects babies aged under two years, but after that age it becomes more common and often goes hand in hand with other allergies such as asthma and eczema.Snmeezing, watering eyes, snoring and mouth-breathing are all telltale signs

Many parents are over-treating fevers, giving paracetamol, (found in Calpol), and ibuprofen, as soon as their child’s temperature inches above normal. But fevers in youngsters are usually caused by viruses that go away without medicine and without

A. Generally, it is best to avoid taking hay fever medicine if you’re expecting. However, the older, sedating antihistamines are usually considered safe during pregnancy but, because they can cause drowsiness, take care.Avoid the newer, non

or fever can be anything above 37.8°C. Babies often get a fever after their first immunisations at 2 months. Other causes include a cold, sore throat, ear infection, croup or a virus.A child with a temperature will need plenty of liquids as he will sweat

.Temperatures can vary quite a lot within the ‘normal’ range. 37.5°C (99.5°F) : High temperature. Keep a watchful eye. 38°C (100.4°F) : Fever. Seek medical advice if your child is under 3 months old. Also offer fluids, and treat with an age-appropriate paracetamol

It’s very disturbing to see, but it isn’t normally serious in the long term. Your little one may become stiff, appear to go unconscious, and his arms and legs may twitch. If your child shows any of these symptoms you should:1. NOT restrain him, but protect him from injury by su...

fever in childhood.However, the study also showed that drinking milk regularly during pregnancy had a small protective effect against asthma. Scientists at the Danish National Birth Cohort, where the study was carried out, are now investigating

to their underwear or vest and nappy.3 Give children's paracetamol or ibuprofen according to the manufacturer's instructions.4 Make sure your child drinks plenty of fluids.5 Trust your instincts. Contact your GP if you are worried, if a fever lasts for more than two

.What are the symptoms of meningitis and septicaemia?Fever, cold hands and feetRefusing food or vomitingFretful, dislike being handledLimb and muscle painDrowsy, floppy, unresponsiveRapid breathing or gruntingPale, blotchy skinSpots or a rash that does not fade when

women who catch swine flu will only suffer mild symptoms.What are the symptoms?Swine flu symptoms in pregnant women are similar to those of normal seasonal flu ie: fever and a cough, and occasionally also tiredness, headache, aching muscles, runny nose