What are common illnesses in babies?

Common health problems in babies include colds, coughs, fevers, and vomiting. Babies also commonly have skin problems, like diaper rash or cradle cap. Many of these problems are not serious. It is important to know how to help your sick baby, and to know the warning signs for more serious problems.

What are the 3 most common illnesses in newborns?

Here’s a list of some of the most common illness that can pop up during the first year of life.

  • Respiratory Issues. Respiratory illnesses appear frequently throughout the first year of life.
  • Ear Infections.
  • Diarrhea and Vomiting.
  • Diaper Rash.

What is the most common pediatric illness?

What Are the Most Common Pediatric Diseases?

  • Cold. About 52.2 million colds are endured by children in America annually.
  • Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV)
  • Roseola.
  • Gastroenteritis.
  • Hand-Foot-Mouth Disease.
  • Fifth Disease.
  • Group A Strep.
  • Influenza.

What are some minor diseases?

Common Illnesses

  • Allergies.
  • Colds and Flu.
  • Conjunctivitis (“pink eye“)
  • Diarrhea.
  • Headaches.
  • Mononucleosis.
  • Stomach Aches.

Which disease must be reported in the newborn?

Hepatitis B. Hepatitis C. HIV infection. Influenza-related infant deaths.

What kind of viruses can babies get?

Common types of viral infections include:

Bronchiolitis Common cold
Croup Gastroenteritis
Influenza Pneumonia
Tonsillitis

What is a common illness?

Flu (Influenza) Fever, cough, sore throat, runny or stuffy nose, body aches. Sinus Infection (Sinusitis) Headache, stuffy or runny nose, face pain or pressure. Skin Infections.