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Dr. Salla Semmane is a practicing pediatrician in Rabat in the district of Hassan, Morocco. Born in Finland, she completed her medical studies at the Faculty of Medicine in Kuopio and had her Licentiate of Medicine in 1989. She received the right of a specialist in pediatrics in 1998 and moved to Morocco in 2000.Dr. Semmane is registered at theUniversity of Kuopioin a training program in pediatric neurology. With over two decades of experience, she focuses not just on the symptoms but also on the causes.
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Promethazine is an antihistamine drug that provides symptomatic relief from the common cold and flu, allergies, short-term sleep issues, vomiting, and nausea due to vertigo/motion sickness. While generally safe, Promethazine for kids must be administered with caution as it is a sedative drug and is likely to induce sleepiness and is sometimes used as a sleep aids (1). Some brand names under which Promethazine is available over the counter (OTC) are Phenergan, Avomin, and Sominex. Keep reading to know more about the safety, uses, and side effects of Promethazine for kids. [mj-toc] What Is Promethazine? [caption id="attachment_891357" align="alignnone" width="720"] Image: Shutterstock[/caption] Promethazine, a first-generation antihistamine, belongs to the phenothiazine class of drugs. It acts by reducing the actions of natural substances in the body, such as histamine, [simple_tooltip text="dopamine" tooltip="A chemical that transport messages among nerve cells and also acts as a hormone that induces happiness and motivation." ], and [simple_tooltip text="acetylcholine" tooltip="A signaling molecule that plays a significant role...
儿童疾病,也称为童年薄荷l disorders or developmental disorders, are brain-based or behavioral disorders that affect a child’s quality of life (1). According to the American Psychological Association (APA), the prevalence of these disorders has increased, and 17.6% to 22% of American children exhibit symptoms of one or more disorders (2). Brain-based disorders occur due to neurochemical problems or abnormalities in the brain structure. On the other hand, behavioral problems are the signs of neurodevelopmental difficulties that a physically healthy child displays at home, school, or other social settings. Diagnosing and differentiating these disorders at times is difficult as both brain-based and behavioral disorders have somewhat identical signs and symptoms. From 2015 to 2018, the National Health Interview Survey acquired information on developmental disabilities. The survey revealed striking differences in disability rates between urban and rural regions, as evident from the graph. These discrepancies affect the use of services for developmental disabilities. These findings indicate that tailored interventions...
Cough in kids can be due to infectious or noninfectious causes. Experts suggest that if a child has a cough but is otherwise healthy, you shouldn’t try to suppress it. Instead, let it take its course. Coughing is an airway defense mechanism. It is a reflex that triggers the airways to expel inhaled irritants and excess mucus, which is necessary to maintain respiratory health (1) (2). However, you can ease your child’s discomfort by trying some simple cough remedies for kids shared in this post. These home remedies are simple, child-safe, and may help reduce symptoms, such as sore throat, that often accompany the cough. But before we know them, let’s get a brief insight into different cough types. [mj-toc]Different Types Of Cough Cough is usually classified into two types (3). Dry cough: It commonly occurs due to the irritation of the upper airways — the sinuses, throat, and vocal cords. This irritation is often caused by viral infections or allergies that...