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Dr. Thulja Trikamjee is a specialist pediatrician and allergist at theUniversity of Cape Town Lung Institute. She is associated with the World Allergy Organization (WAO) and theEuropean Academy of Allergy and Clinical Immunology (EAACI).Dr. Trikamjeeholds apostgraduate diploma, CMSA certificate, and European qualification in Allergy and Immunology. She has several publications in international journals in her name.
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Onychocryptosis or ingrown toenails in kids is a common nail disorder where instead of growing outwards, the toenail begins to grow into the skin surrounding the nail. Since this ingrowth cuts the skin, the affected area can get infected and inflamed, causing pain and discomfort severe enough to impact a child’s daily activities. However, if the condition is detected early, you can manage ingrown toenails at home. According to the National Institutes of Health (NIH), 20 out of 100 people who visit a doctor for foot problems have an ingrown toenail. Read this post to know more about the causes of ingrown toenails and the various treatment options available to tackle the condition. [mj-toc] Signs Of An Ingrown Toenail There are four stages of an ingrown nail, and the signs vary according to the stage (1). Stage 1: Reddening and inflammation at the sides of the nail. Folded toenail that does not cross the nail bed. Pain when pressure is...
Excessive salivation in kids can be due to various reasons ranging from simple oral hygiene issues to complex neurological disorders. Unintentional leakage of saliva or excessive salivation is seen if there is overproduction of saliva or inability to swallow these secretions. Increased salivation is also called sialorrhea, hypersalivation, or ptyalism. Anterior and posterior drooling is present; this means the excess oral secretions spill from mouth to face or the windpipe (airways). Skin irritation and social stigma can be common problems of children with anterior drooling. In comparison, posterior drooling can cause [simple_tooltip text="aspiration pneumonia" tooltip="When food or liquid is breathed into the lungs or airways. " ]. Therefore, it is recommended to seek a pediatrician's attention if your child has excessive drooling. Read on to know the causes, diagnosis, complications, prevention, and treatment of increased salivation in children. [mj-toc] Symptoms Of Excessive Drooling In Children Anterior spillage of saliva or spit is visible. You may notice wet clothes and crusts,...
Amenorrhea in teens can be due to various reasons ranging from lifestyle factors, hormonal issues, and [simple_tooltip text="congenital anatomical disabilities" tooltip="Conditions present from birth and could be hereditary or due to infection or injury to the fetus" ]. This is missed periods for more than three months or a complete absence of menstruation. The first menstruation (menarche) usually occurs around 12-13 years of age, and nearly 98% of girls experience puberty and menarche by the age of 15 (1). It is recommended to seek medical care if your girl's menstruation has not begun by this age or has missed periods for more than three months. Doctors may recommend pharmacological or non-pharmacological interventions for amenorrhea based on diagnostic tests and pelvic ultrasound findings. Read on to know the causes, signs, complications, and amenorrhea treatments for missed periods in teens. [MJ_RELATED_LINKS href="//www.finesse-bg.com/articles/common-teenage-girls-problems-and-their-solutions_0078619/" title="10 Common Teenage Girl Problems And Their Solutions"] [mj-toc] What Is Amenorrhea In A Teen? The absence of menstrual periods...
