Common Causes of Fever in Children: Differentiating Viral from Bacterial Infections
Medically Reviewed by Dr Welras Long (M.B.B.S, Singapore. MRCS, England) Fever in children is a common concern for parents, often signaling an underlying infection. While fevers are typically the body’s natural response to infections, differentiating between viral and bacterial causes is crucial for appropriate treatment. In this article, we explore the common causes of fever […]
Is Vomiting Always Accompanied with Other Symptoms?
Medically Reviewed by Dr Welras Long (M.B.B.S, Singapore. MRCS, England) Vomiting is a common occurrence, particularly among children. It can be a natural response to various factors such as infections, food poisoning, motion sickness, or other underlying health issues. Many parents wonder if vomiting is always accompanied by other symptoms or if it can occur […]
What are the Differences Between Spit Up, Vomiting, and Bilious Vomiting?
Reviewed by Dr Ho Ying Jie, M.B.B.S (Singapore) Children, especially infants, often exhibit various digestive behaviors that may cause concern for parents. Distinguishing between common occurrences like spit up, regular vomiting, and bilious vomiting is crucial for understanding your child’s digestive health. In this article, we will explore the differences between these three phenomena to […]
Why Are Rectal Temperatures Recommended to Check if Your Child Has a Fever?
Reviewed by Dr Welras Long, M.B.B.S (Singapore) Rectal temperature measurement is often recommended by healthcare professionals when it comes to assessing a child’s body temperature. While there are various methods available, understanding why rectal temperatures are preferred for detecting fever in children is essential. In this article, we explore the advantages of rectal temperature measurements […]
Neonatal and Infant Blood and Urine Tests
Medically Reviewed by Dr Raina Loh, MMed (Family Medicine), Singapore Our clinic is dedicated to providing high-quality medical services for infants and young children, and we understand that having a sick child can be a stressful and worrying experience for parents. That is why we offer a range of diagnostic services, including blood and urine […]
Influenza Paediatrics
Medically reviewed by Dr Lam Jing Kai, Jackie, M.B.B.S. (Singapore) What is Influenza? Influenza, commonly known as “the flu”, is an infectious disease caused by influenza viruses. Symptoms range from mild to severe and often include fever, runny nose, sore throat, muscle pain, headache, coughing, and fatigue. Influenza may sometimes progress to serious diseases such […]
Childhood Developmental Screening
Medically Reviewed by Dr Raina Loh, MMed (Family Medicine), Singapore What is child development? Child development refers to the continuous changes that occur in children from birth. As children develop at different rates, the age of attainment for each milestone ranges widely. This is due to an interplay of environmental and genetic factors. The series […]