Body odor or bromhidrosis is the unpleasant or foul smell produced by the breakdown of the acids in the sweat by bacteria (1). Though it is common in adults, body odor in toddlers is uncommon because they don’t have sufficient fatty acids and ammonia in their sweat, which can trigger bacterial action. Yet, a toddler […]
The exact causes of vitiligo in children are not known. This chronic condition causes loss of skin pigment (melanin), resulting in white patches in the skin. Hair and oral cavity may also have discoloration. These long-lasting patches can cause psychosocial issues in some children, especially teenagers. Adequate awareness and support from parents are essential to […]
While acne is common in adults, toddler acne is rare. It is a chronic inflammatory skin disease of sebaceous glands (oil-producing cells). These oil glands are located at the base of hair follicles (1). Extra skin cells and oil may combine to block the hair follicle’s opening, which in turn plugs the oil glands leading […]
Dehydration in toddlers is a common condition seen during the summers or episodes of infections. There could be plenty of fluid loss in a child due to profuse sweating or conditions like vomiting or diarrhea. However, dehydration can be easily prevented and also managed by parents with simple measures at home. Keep reading as we […]
Scabies in babies is an itchy rash that commonly affects infants and young children. When an infant or baby has scabies, they develop several dot-like, red, pustules and rashes on the body. These rashes are surrounded by raised, thread-like white lines, which are a characteristic feature of scabies that helps in differentiating it from other […]
Anorexia in infants occurs due to a poor appetite or complete loss of appetite. Infantile anorexia, or anorexia in infants, is when the baby refuses to eat adequate food for at least one month, shows growth deficiency, and has visible feeding difficulties. They also do not communicate hunger and lack interest in food, which may […]
Adults are advised to drink at least eight glasses of water a day. But is your toddler drinking water in the right quantity? This post provides the answer to this question. Water helps carry the minerals and nutrients to various parts of the body and also aids in washing out toxic substances. But the amount […]
Babies can be fussy eaters. And if you think your baby falls into this category, this post on high-calorie foods for babies is for you. If your baby has started having solids but refuses to eat most of the food you give them, it might affect their growth and development. In such cases, foods that […]
Although rare, it is possible to see dandruff in toddlers. Dandruff is flaking of the scalp that leads to a formation of yellow or white flakes that are visible on the toddler’s head, hair, and shoulders. The toddlers may also exhibit signs such as scratching their heads and may complain of an itchy scalp (1) […]
