Shailendra Kumar 
When your child complains of a headache, dehydration may not be the first explanation that comes to mind. You may initially think about screen time, tiredness, school pressures, eyesight problems or migraine before considering whether your child has had enough to drink. However, low fluid intake can contribute to headaches in some children. Dehydration may … Read more
When your child complains of headaches after school, reading, homework or screen use, you may naturally wonder whether their eyesight is the cause. You may notice signs such as squinting at the television, sitting closer to screens or rubbing their eyes after concentrating for a long time. Although vision problems can contribute to headaches in … Read more
When your child complains of pain around the forehead, cheeks, eyes or bridge of the nose, you may naturally assume that their sinuses are responsible. Parents often use the term ‘sinus headache’ when pain seems to come from the face rather than the whole head. However, the location of the pain does not always show … Read more
When your child has repeated headaches, it can be difficult to know whether they are experiencing migraine or whether something else is causing the pain. You may notice that they suddenly stop playing, want to rest in a quiet room, feel sick, or become more sensitive to light and noise. These changes can be important … Read more
Childhood allergy care is evolving rapidly, bringing new approaches to diagnosis and treatment. If your child has a food allergy, eczema, allergic rhinitis, asthma, or a history of anaphylaxis, you may come across new tests and therapies that were not commonly discussed a few years ago. These developments are helping specialists understand allergies in a … Read more
When your child says their head hurts, it is natural to feel worried. A headache may happen after a busy school day, during an illness, or because your child has not eaten or drunk enough. However, repeated or unusually severe headaches can make you wonder whether something more serious is going on. The reassuring news … Read more
When your child starts complaining of repeated headaches, it is natural to wonder what might be causing them. You may notice that headaches appear after school, during busy weeks, after poor sleep, or when your child has missed meals or not had enough fluids. These patterns can provide useful clues when trying to understand what … Read more
If your child has been diagnosed with an allergy, you may wonder whether it will continue throughout their life. The answer depends on several factors, including the type of allergy, the severity of previous reactions, allergy test results, and how your child’s immune system changes over time. Some allergies may improve as children grow, while … Read more
If allergies run in your family, it is natural to wonder whether your child might develop them as well. Many parents have concerns when they or other close relatives have conditions such as eczema, asthma, hay fever, or food allergies. Understanding the role of family history can help you better understand your child’s potential risk. … Read more
Anaphylaxis is a severe allergic reaction that can develop very quickly and become life-threatening. As a parent or carer, it is important that you recognise the warning signs and know how to respond. Early action can make a significant difference to your child’s safety and recovery. If your child is experiencing anaphylaxis, immediate treatment is … Read more
