Circumcision is an elective surgical procedure performed on males. It is the practice of removing the foreskin from the penis. Circumcision is generally a safe procedure and complications are rare. It may occasionally be needed for medical reasons, but more commonly performed for cultural or personal reasons.
Kids' & Teens' HealthPulled elbow happens when a child's outstretched arm is pulled suddenly. An affected child is usually crying and won't move their arm.
Kids' & Teens' HealthWetting the bed: find out about the causes, effects on children and available treatments for bed-wetting.
Kids' & Teens' HealthIn children rubella symptoms include a rash that generally appears on the face and scalp first and spreads to the body and arms the same day.
Kids' & Teens' HealthIf your child (or you) has been unwell with what you think is the flu and later develops bright red cheeks, fifth disease may be the cause.
Kids' & Teens' HealthFind out about the symptoms, treatment, and complications of mumps, as well as how to prevent this disease.
Kids' & Teens' HealthFebrile seizures (febrile convulsions or febrile fits) are seizures associated with a fever in young children.
Kids' & Teens' HealthMeningococcal disease has been responsible for 2 deaths on the NSW Central Coast in the last 2 months, and 9 people have died in Australia in the past 2 years. Be aware of the symptoms and risks, experts warn.
Kids' & Teens' Health Latest Health NewsRecognising that your teenage child is using drugs, and dealing with the situation, can be difficult for parents.
Kids' & Teens' HealthWhy are we still seeing cases of measles in Australia, after the World Health Organization announced Australia had eliminated measles in 2014?
Kids' & Teens' Health Latest Health NewsCerebral palsy (CP) is the name given to a group of disorders that affect body posture and movement, caused by damage to the part of the brain that controls muscle tone.
Kids' & Teens' HealthThe wisdom of giving your kids sips of alcohol may not bear out scientific scrutiny, with a study showing that students whose parents supplied them alcohol were significantly more likely to binge drink than those who weren't given alcohol.
Kids' & Teens' Health Latest Health NewsUnderwear soiling (also known as faecal incontinence) is a problem that arises in children commonly as a result of ongoing constipation. Treatment is similar to that recommended for constipation.
Kids' & Teens' HealthWhen children are constipated, they have stools that are hard, dry and difficult (or painful) to pass. Constipation in kids is usually behavioural and caused by their decision to delay going to the toilet.
Kids' & Teens' HealthFever is one of the most common concerns for parents, because fevers can disturb how your child eats, drinks, sleeps and behaves. Sudden spikes can even result in seizures. It’s hard to know when to treat and when to worry.
Dr Golly Kids' & Teens' HealthPeanut allergy is the most common serious food allergy in children. About 3 in every 100 infants are allergic to peanuts, and the prevalence seems to be rising.
Kids' & Teens' HealthMany children do not get enough iron from their diet to meet the demands of their growing bodies. This can result in low body iron and eventually iron deficiency anaemia (low haemoglobin).
Kids' & Teens' HealthThe 3 most effective ways of stopping the spread of childhood infections are: getting your children vaccinated; keeping them at home when they are sick; and careful hand washing.
Kids' & Teens' HealthDeciding whether to go to the doctor about symptoms is not always easy, especially in children, but some symptoms should not be ignored.
Kids' & Teens' Health SymptomsIf your child has short episodes of screaming and thrashing about in their sleep, they may be having night terrors (sleep terrors). Night terrors do not harm your child and stop happening as children get older.
Kids' & Teens' HealthChildren with certain infections need to stay away from school or child care to recover and to help stop the spread of infection. Use this guide to work out how long your child should stay away.
Kids' & Teens' HealthLearn about the signs, symptoms and treatment of thyroid disease in children.
Kids' & Teens' HealthKids who are compelled to display repetitive behaviours may have OCD - here are 9 signs your child may be suffering from OCD, brought to you by myDr.com.au
Kids' & Teens' Health SymptomsGastroenteritis (gastro) is very common among young children. Most kids recover in a few days. Encouraging children to drink frequently is important.
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