The Mystery Of “Cri-Du-Chat” Syndrome and Things Parents Should Know!
by / 1008 readsCri-Du-Chat means the cry of the cat in French. Have you heard of this syndrome? Cri-Du-Chat is a rare syndrome and a genetic disorder…
Cri-Du-Chat means the cry of the cat in French. Have you heard of this syndrome? Cri-Du-Chat is a rare syndrome and a genetic disorder…
Have you ever seen anyone with a Tourette syndrome before? You would have been surprised if you see them for the first time. People…
It must be hard for parents with children that have any type of skin problem. Their daily activities are disrupted by these irritating triggers…
Well, do you know that Urinary Tract Infection or UTI is common to children? As many as 8 out of 100 girls and 2…
Mina’s* eldest son, Adrian, was about a year old when he had his first febrile fit. He had been nursing a fever when the…
When it comes to discussions about mental health, most people would think that adults would be the ones who struggle most with issues like…
Has your child ever been in an endless battle with a cold? Constant sneezing and coughing which will disrupt your little one’s daily activities?…
Constipation happens – in both adults and children. While in a previous article, we looked at its reasons, this time around, we thought of delving…
The onset of the coming winter heralds the start of the flu season in the Northern Hemisphere. To counter that, the 2020 – 2021…
Hand, foot and mouth disease or shortly known as HFMD is a disease that is caused by the Coxsackievirus and Enteroviruses. HFMD is highly…
At some point in their lives, babies and children will experience some types of soreness in their mouths. If you are a mother to…
Constipation happens. Nobody is spared, from infants, right up to our golden seniors. It can strike without warning, although sometimes, it can be predicted….
Is your child feeling ‘gassy’? Have you ever heard your child complaining of having “stomach flu” before? It is actually known as gastric or…
In today’s society, most of us are experiencing the fear of missing out, which is also known as F.O.M.O. Don’t believe this? Read on…
Hold up! Let us not be too happy and over-excited during this RMCO since the pandemic is still dominating the headlines in every country….
As parents, there is nothing more frightening and sad than having their beloved children falling sick. After all which parents have the heart to…
It is the end of a long and tiring day. You settle yourself down for a well-deserved break with a nice cup of hot…
Picture this. You’re sitting at the playground watching your kids play and then, something unusual catches your eye. A sudden realization hits you. Come…
It seems hard to believe that as little as two months ago, just as the world was celebrating year end, a deadly coronavirus would…
Yes, that would be 10ft or more across the room. No exaggeration. When my baby was vomiting like this, I was stunned. Then terrified….
With the holiday season right round the corner, excitement is in the air. Plans are afoot to bring the kids to Japan for the…
Bedwetting is a common problem among children all over the world. By the age of five, about 7% of boys and 3% of girls…
Some of us may have this mentality that makes us think that mental illness is not real or it is just in our mind….
Raising a child with Thalassaemia is not easy. It can be both devastating and rewarding. By having a child with Thalassaemia, you have to…
Kids getting itchy rashes now and then are a common occurrence. However if they get eczema, it will be a different ball game altogether….
Thyroid problems can not only affect you but also your baby. Because of that, it is extremely important to be tested before planning for…
The statistics of Malaysians suffering from obesity has been increasing drastically over the years. According to Star2, Malaysia is now Asia’s fattest country with…
Thursday 14th March 2019 is World Kidney Day. It is perhaps the most appropriate time to talk about the growing prevalence of kidney disease…
Meet Nur Aniza binti Kamari, a 50-year old end stage renal failure patient at the National Kidney Foundation (NKF). Aniza has been on dialysis…
With the sudden wave of dengue cases sweeping the nation, parents should be cautious and check your house and surroundings areas for any stagnant…
With Malaysia’s hot and humid tropical climate, most people here are no stranger to dengue and have heard of it at least once. However,…
Alison wasn’t that worried when her 21-month old daughter Andrea started having a low grade fever of around 38.5°C on January 9 last year. …
The challenges of an autism spectrum are easy to identify, clear and distinct. But, being autistic isn’t all about impossible challenges. In fact, autistic…
For every newborn, healthcare providers will do several examinations and test to make sure your baby is healthy and well. One of the conditions…
Mothers, do you know what is tonsillitis? Yup, it’s that inflammation of the tonsils, IF you frequently suffer from a sore throat. It can…
As parents, nothing matters more than being able to see your child grow up healthy and well. However, for father Desmond Neo, that dream…
When my baby first developed patches of scaly skin, I mentioned it to his doctor and was assured that it was totally normal. “His…
Colic or abdominal pain or cramps are sudden attacks of gut irritation, bloatedness and discomfort. It may present as prolonged crying i.e. unsettled baby…
If you’ve never had chickenpox before, and you catch it during pregnancy, it can be dangerous for you and your baby. However, this is…
Coughing in babies and toddlers is very common. The sound of a bad cough from a little child can be alarming to some, but…
by Associate Professor Giam Yoke Chin, Sr. Consultant Dermatologist, National Skin Centre, Singapore. A topic dermatitis, also known as eczema, is a skin disorder…
Diaper rash is marked by red, angry and vulnerable-looking skin in the diaper region – buttocks, thighs and genitals. A baby with diaper rash…
Intertrigo Intertrigo is a skin condition often found in chubby babies, particularly those who find it difficult to hold up their heads. This causes…
If there is one inevitable thing about a baby’s skin, it’s bound to be rash-prone during the first year. Babies have the most sensitive…
What is it? Highlighted Defined as inconsolable crying in an otherwise healthy and well-cared-for baby, colic usually occurs for more than three hours a…
A common cold is a viral infection which affects your baby’s upper respiratory tract – the nose and throat. The first thing you would…
A fever usually indicates that your child’s little body is busy fighting an infection. Listed here are the symptoms to watch out for. Use…
The flu can be especially dangerous to young babies. It is caused by the influenza virus. Children under two years old who become infected…
Coughing in babies and toddlers is very common. The sound of a bad cough from a little child can be alarming to some, but…