Introduction X-ray examination in the child is understood to be the taking of an X-ray image using X-rays for the diagnosis of specific diseases. X-rays are particularly suitable for assessing bony structures. Soft tissues such as the organs become more visible through an ultrasound examination or an MRI. In children, however, there are a few … X-ray examination of the child
Procedure In pediatric radiology departments there are specially trained assistants who are familiar with the radiation protection regulations and make the examination as pleasant as possible by dealing with children on a daily basis. As a rule, parents are informed in advance about the course of the respective X-ray examination. Depending on the part of … Procedure | X-ray examination of the child
What are the alternatives? Alternative imaging methods are mainly ultrasound and MRI. However, both are more suitable for the examination of soft tissues such as organs and less for the assessment of bones. In very young children, however, much of the skeleton is not yet ossified and still consists of cartilage. This means that ultrasound … What are the alternatives? | X-ray examination of the child
Teething – that sounds like pain. What can parents do when babies whine restlessly and the first tooth is imminent? At what point the teeth show themselves varies from child to child. Some have teeth as early as three months, while others are still smiling toothlessly on their first birthday. But once teething starts, some … When Children Teethe
Definition Infanrix (hexa) is a combination vaccine that is used simultaneously to protect against six different infectious diseases. It is usually used in children to protect them from the diseases within the framework of so-called basic immunization. Due to the combined composition, only one syringe per vaccination appointment needs to be administered. There is also … Infanrix
How does a vaccination with Infanrix work? After the second month of life, babies should be vaccinated with Infanrix hexa by their pediatrician or family doctor. The vaccination itself is administered with a syringe that has to be injected into a muscle of the child. Up to the age of 18 months the thigh is … How does a vaccination with Infanrix work? | Infanrix
When must the vaccination be refreshed? The booster vaccination after a basic immunization of infants with Infanrix hexa is given after six months at the earliest. The optimal time for the booster depends on whether the child has been vaccinated twice or three times with Infanrix before. In the case of two vaccinations, this is … When must the vaccination be refreshed? | Infanrix
Introduction Tannolact preparations are anti-inflammatory and anti-itching products that can be applied locally to the skin. They are available in different application forms (cream, fat cream, bath additive, lotions). They are mainly used for inflammatory diseases of the skin (eczema), which often manifest themselves as severe redness and an accompanying burning or itching. Tannolact products … Tannolact
Side effect Side effects during treatment with Tannolact products are rare. This is partly due to the fact that the active ingredients are only applied externally (topically) and therefore do not enter the body’s bloodstream. For this reason, side effects occur mainly in the area of the skin where the product was applied. In rare … Side effect | Tannolact
Preparations Tannolact Bath Additive is especially suitable for use in cases of skin inflammation in areas of the body that are difficult to access. These include body folds as well as the anal and genital regions. Depending on the affected skin area and skin symptoms, there are different applications of the bath additive available (full … Preparations | Tannolact
About three to five percent of all newborns suffer from hip dysplasia. This refers to a congenital maturation disorder of the acetabulum. Without therapy, babies and children develop a defective hip joint that can lead to premature joint wear in adulthood. Since obvious symptoms of hip dysplasia are usually absent, an ultrasound of the hip … Hip Dysplasia: Easy to Treat in Babies
Introduction Another challenge that new parents face is how to deal with a baby’s hairstyle. Hardly any feature is as striking as the hair of a toddler. While some children are born with a splendid head of hair and fast growing hair, other children seem to take a lot of time with the growth of … Baby hair – this is the right way to cut it!
