Health Articles

Queries On Colic
Queries On Colic
October 19, 2017
Colic is a common albeit exasperating condition characterised as excessive crying or fussing in babies who are otherwise healthy and thriving. It...
Rhinitis In Children
Rhinitis In Children
September 19, 2017
Allergic rhinitis is not uncommon in children nowadays, especially those with a significant family history of a similar condition. Rhinitis means...
Rotavirus. As explained by a Pediatrician
Rotavirus. As explained by a Pediatrician
April 21, 2017
BabyTalk interviewed Dr. Shalini Shanmugam, Consultant Pediatrician from Columbia Asia Hospital – Petaling Jaya on the subject of Rotavirus.
Fever In Children
Fever In Children
April 12, 2017
Fever is one of the most common reasons for children to visit the clinic or hospital. Fever itself is not an illness, and is not a diagnosis. Rather...
What is Febrile Seizure?
What is Febrile Seizure?
April 10, 2017
In simple terms, a febrile seizure or convulsion is a seizure caused by fever. It occurs when there is a sudden rise in body temperature, usually a...
Are Your Gadgets Making You Sick?
Are Your Gadgets Making You Sick?
March 27, 2017
Ever wondered how gadgets affect our health? Do you own a smartphone, TV, laptop, or tablet? Chances are, you spend more time on your gadgets than...
Recurrent Abdominal Pain in Children
February 15, 2017
Recurrent Abdominal Pain in Children is a common condition in children, clinically challenging to diagnose and treat. It is also very disruptive to...
Snoring or Obstructive Sleep Apnea Syndrome (OSAS) in Children
Snoring or Obstructive Sleep Apnea Syndrome (OSAS) in Children
July 31, 2016
Parents may notice snoring and pauses in the child's breathing while the child is sleeping. Snoring in children is quite common - about 15 to 20...