Infectious Diseases

Types of Infectious Diseases:

There is a wide spectrum of infectious diseases that can affect children. The most common types include:

• Respiratory infections, that target the organs and structures of the respiratory gland. These include common cold, influenza and bronchiolitis
• Gastrointestinal infections, which are typically caused by viruses and bacteria, and characterized by symptoms like diarrhea and vomiting
• Chickenpox: It is a very common and contagious viral infection in kids, characterized by high fever and development of itchy rashes all over the body
• Measles: It is a viral and highly contagious infection that affects kids. It can be easily prevented with vaccination
• Mumps: It is a viral infection marked by the swelling of the parotid glands that are present on each side of the face
• Pertussis: Commonly referred to as whooping cough, the bacterial infection is characterized by persistent cough and respiratory problems
• Rotavirus: The viral infection generally affects infants and small children and is characterized by severe diarrhea and vomiting
• Strep Throat: It is a bacterial infection caused by Streptococcus pyogenes. It targets the throat and tonsils, leading to throat soreness and discomfort
• Pneumonia: It is a serious infection marked by inflammation of air sacs in either one or both lungs. 

When should you consider seeing our experts?

It is crucial to go for proper medical evaluations if your little one is experiencing any of the following symptoms:

• Persistent fever
• Coughing and sneezing
• Runny/stuffy nose
• Throat soreness and discomfort
• Discharge from ears
• Diarrhea and vomiting
• Breathing difficulties
• Headaches
• Visible spots and rashes

What causes Infectious Diseases?

Infectious diseases are caused by the invasion of harmful pathogens like bacteria, viruses, fungi and parasites. These can either spread via direct contact or indirect contact. The most common modes of transmission include:

• Direct contact with an infected person
• Hugging or kissing an infected person
• Infected mucus droplets 
• Animal and insect bites
• Contaminated food and water
• Playing with soil
• From an infected mother to her baby

How do we diagnose your little one?

There is a wide range of diagnostic interventions that may be used for detecting infectious diseases. These include:

• Medical history analysis
• Physical examination
• Symptom evaluation
• Blood tests
• Serum test
• Antibody testing

How we treat your little one

For effectively managing infectious diseases in children, our experts, at Surya Hospitals, offer a variety of treatment options including:

• Antibiotic treatments
• Antiviral therapy
• Intravenous fluids
• Oxygen therapy.
• Nutritional support