Caring for your sick child

It’s natural to feel concerned and uncertain about how to provide the best care when a child is unwell. Here you'll find information to help you understand what to do and what to expect.

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Abdominal pain and stomach ache
Appendicitis and appendectomy
Asthma
Bronchiolitis
Chickenpox
Constipation
Croup
Dehydration in babies and children
Ear infections and glue ear
Eczema
Fever and febrile convulsion
Gastroenteritis
Headaches in children

Hives (Urticaria)
Influenza
Nappy rash
Pneumonia
Reflux
Respiratory syncytial virus (RSV)
Rotavirus
Seizures and epilepsy
Settling a crying baby
Signs of serious illness in children
Urinary tract infection (UTI)
Viral-induced wheeze

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Caring for your sick child

Caring for your sick child

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Looking after a sick child at home

When to come to Emergency

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Caring for your sick child

Caring for your sick child

What are you looking for today?

Looking after a sick child at home

When to come to Emergency

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Useful factsheets

Popular content

Find a service

Seasonal health alerts

Parent and carer education

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Healthdirect resources