Sciatica in pregnancy
Sciatica describes irritation of the sciatic nerve, causing pain that travels from the lower back or buttock into the leg. Pregnancy-related back and pelvic changes can trigger similar symptoms.
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Neonatal acne
Neonatal acne is a common temporary eruption on a newborn’s face. It is usually harmless and resolves without scarring.
Read more →Infant constipation
Constipation means stools are hard, dry or difficult to pass, not simply that bowel movements are infrequent. Patterns differ between breastfed and formula-fed babies.
Read more →Hip dysplasia
Developmental dysplasia of the hip occurs when the hip joint is shallow, loose or dislocated. Early detection gives the best chance of normal hip development.
Read more →Haemangioma
An infantile haemangioma is a benign growth of blood vessels that often appears during the first weeks of life. It may grow for several months before slowly fading.
Read more →Gastro-oesophageal reflux in babies
Reflux occurs when stomach contents flow back into the oesophagus and mouth. Small effortless milk spills are common in healthy babies and usually improve as the digestive system matures.
Read more →Flat head syndrome
Flat head syndrome includes positional plagiocephaly, an uneven head shape, and brachycephaly, flattening at the back. It commonly develops while a baby’s skull is soft.
Read more →Failure to thrive
Failure to thrive is an older term for weight gain or growth that is slower than expected. Many services now use faltering growth, which focuses on the baby’s growth pattern
Read more →Diaper rash
Diaper rash, also called nappy rash, is irritation of skin covered by a diaper. Mild cases are common and usually improve with protective skin care.
Read more →Breastfeeding jaundice
Breastfeeding jaundice usually refers to raised bilirubin in the first days when milk intake is not yet sufficient. It is different from later breast-milk jaundice.
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