Having a guide to help make sure your child’s health is doing well, is always a good thing. Here’s a few items to keep your eye on.
by Troop Atomic Mommy
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Your kids are your world, we know that. You want them to be happy and healthy at all times, but how often does this happen? The truth is that there are always going to be times where your child’s health is not doing well. After all, when it comes to kids’ physical health, it’s hard to tell what is serious and what isn’t. So, in this article we’re going to be taking a look at some of the things that you really need to be keeping an eye on. Let’s get started!
Rashes
The first thing that you want to keep an eye out for are rashes. Sometimes rashes appear for no reason, sometimes the reason is harmless, and other times it could be a sign that there is something more seriously wrong.
If you notice a rash on your child then you’ll want to do the glass test on them as soon as possible. In case you’re not sure how to perform this test, then you can always call your doctor or dermatologist to ask them.
It’s important to understand that rashes are tricky and can be cause for real concern or no concern at all. Some rashes like poison ivy are easily taken care of with OTC ointments, while others will need medical intervention. So, it’s best to see your doctor right away to be sure.
Pain
The normal amount of pain for a human to experience is zero. That might come as a surprise to some of you out there who are living with some kind of pain that you thought was normal, but it’s not. You should always be keeping an eye on any pain that a child says they have. It might be the case that you need to take them to a specialist such as a pediatric chiropractor or another specialist depending on the pain that they have.
It’s never fun to see your child in pain. We also know though that some children can exaggerate pain to get out of doing things they don’t want to do. With that said, it’s a good idea to make sure they’re not in any real pain. The best way to do this is take them to your doctor or local hospital.
Unusual Behavior
The final thing that you need to keep an eye on is unusual behavior. We know that kids act out when they’re not feeling great or they become super sleepy, but you need to keep an eye on it. Sometimes, mood changes can be a sign of something deeper going on, so just make sure you’re watching out, and speaking to someone if you are concerned.
The Takeaway
We hope that you have found this article helpful, and now see some of the things that you need to keep an eye on when it comes to your child’s health. Ideally, you should just be keeping an eye on every aspect of it, but these are some of the things that you need to be particularly focused on. We wish you the very best of luck, and hope that this helps you have an idea of what you should be looking for.