Hepatitis B is a serious liver infection caused by the hepatitis B virus (HBV). This virus specifically targets the liver, leading to both acute (short-term) and chronic (long-term) liver diseases. If left untreated, it can progress to severe conditions such as cirrhosis (scarring of the liver) and hepatocellular carcinoma (a type of liver cancer). The […]
Vaccines keep our children healthy and safe from preventable diseases. Among the essential vaccines, the MMR vaccine stands out as a crucial one for every child. The MMR vaccine protects against three severe diseases: measles, mumps, and rubella. These diseases can cause significant health issues and even lead to life-threatening complications. In this blog post,
Strep throat is usually very treatable, but leaving it untreated can sometimes lead to complications that are much harder on a child than the original sore throat. The biggest issue is knowing when a simple sore throat is more than a cold and needs evaluation. This guide explains what can happen if strep throat is
Understanding Urinary Tract Infections in Children The urinary system plays a critical role in filtering wastes from the bloodstream. Urine produced by the kidneys flows through tubes called ureters into the bladder for storage. When the bladder is full, urine exits the body through a tube called the urethra. This complex urinary system has built-in
According to a recent Centers for Disease Control CDC announcement, the Measles Mumps Rubella vaccine can be given to infants younger than the usual age of administration which is 12 months. This is because of the measles resurgence in several states in the country and many countries globally.The announcement is geared mainly towards children who
Pertussis is a serious bacterial infection caused by Bordetella pertussis. Just as we have apps for most things these days, there is a vaccine for it and you may be literally “playing with fire” and leaving your child at risk for many other conditions that are life-threatening if you decide not to vaccinate your child.
Untreated strep throat in children can sometimes lead to problems such as abscesses near the tonsils, scarlet fever, kidney inflammation, or, rarely, rheumatic fever. The good news is that prompt testing and the right treatment greatly lower the risk, so if your child has symptoms of strep, it is best to have them checked. Most
Our clinic is one of the leading destinations for children’s health in Roswell and Alpharetta. Today’s post is about a common condition called scabies. What Is Scabies? Scabies is a form of skin infestation caused by a mite. It is scary when we describe it like that but that is what it is. These mites
