Father's First Year


Chapter 16: Common Medical Problems
Author: Vincent Iannelli, M.D.

In addition to all of the fun stuff, you may be faced with some of the medical problems that are common in infancy, such as diarrhea, colds, and sore throats.

Understanding the signs, symptoms, and treatments, for these common medical problems can help you be prepared for when your baby gets sick.

Chapter 16 of The Everything® Father's First Year Book will help you learn the basics about all of the most common medical problems of infancy, including:

  • diarrhea and vomiting
  • constipation
  • cold and coughs
  • bronchiolitis and RSV
  • croup
  • whooping cough
  • allergies and asthma
  • common rashes, like eczema, ringworm, and diaper rashes
  • sore throats
  • ear infections
  • thrush
  • roseola

This chapter also reviews what you should do when your child has a fever.

The Everything® Father's First Year Book by Vincent Iannelli, MD is published by Adams Media and is now available at your favorite bookstore.

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