Kids' Health: 5 Rainy Season Warnings

1.  Influenza infection

     Influenza infection spreads through the inhalation of respiratory droplets from an infected person's coughs or sneezes or by contact with shared objects.

Symptoms

     A persistent high-grade fever for several days, headache, body aches, cough, and sore throat. In severe cases, difficulty breathing, shortness of breath, and the possibility of fatal outcomes might occur.

Prevention

• Receive the annual influenza vaccine to boost immunity, available for individuals from 6 months of age
• Maintaining good hand hygiene is crucial.
• Wearing a face mask is recommended.
• Avoid crowded places or poorly ventilated areas.

2.  RSV Infection

     RSV can be transmitted through coughing, sneezing, and contact with respiratory secretions such as nasal discharge, saliva, and mucus.

Symptoms

     Fever, cough, sneezing, runny nose with excessive mucus, difficulty breathing or feeling tightness in the chest, physical signs of wheezing, and visible retractions.

Prevention

• Frequent handwashing is advisable.
• Avoiding crowded places is recommended.

3.  Pneumonia

     Pneumonia is an infection from many respiratory pathogens that inflame the airways and lung tissues.

Symptoms

     Chest pain, productive cough, rapid and labored breathing, easily experiencing fatigue, and fever.

Prevention

• Get vaccinated, especially against the pneumococcal vaccine and the flu. 
• Practicing good hand hygiene.
• Avoid exposure to smoke.
• Maintaining a healthy lifestyle with proper nutrition and exercise.

4.  Acute Gastroenteritis

     Acute gastroenteritis is a sudden onset of inflammation in the stomach and intestines. It is commonly caused by viruses, bacteria, or parasites.

Symptoms

     Three consecutive episodes of watery diarrhea, frequent vomiting, fever, and abdominal cramps.

Prevention

• Maintaining proper hygiene, especially handwashing.

5.  Acute Asthma Exacerbation or acute asthmatic attack

     Acute asthma exacerbation is a sudden worsening of asthma symptoms that can be triggered by various factors, including; allergens (pollen, dust mites), irritants (smoke, air pollution), respiration, infections (cold, flu), and weather changes.

Symptoms

     Coughing, chest tightness, difficulty breathing, and wheezing.

Prevention

• Identify triggers and avoid allergens or irritants
• Managing Allergy
• Receiving vaccines for diseases such as measles, mumps, influenza, and pneumococcal disease (IPD)
• Regular check-ups with a health care provider to monitor asthma and adjust treatment if needed

Flu Vaccine in Children

     Influenza in children is preventable and treatable with proper care. Children should receive the Flu vaccine yearly, as the virus strain changes annually, and previous vaccines may not cover the current strain. Parents should closely monitor their child's symptoms and seek medical attention if the child shows severe symptoms or does not respond to home treatment to prevent complications.

For more information please contact:
  Pediatric Department, 1st Floor, RAM 2 Hospital
Email: information@ram2-hosp.com
Line Official: @ram2
Tel: 02-032-3888, 095-771-9739

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