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Dr. Vineet Kwatra took his medical degree from Mahatma Gandhi Mission (MGM) Medical College and Research Institute, Aurangabad in 2001. He is a life member of the Indian Academy Of Pediatrics (IAP) and the Neonatal Nurse Practitioners (NNP).With two decades of experience in the field, Dr. Kwatra currently practices at Healthy Steps Child Clinic, IMT Manesar, Gurgaon.
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Torticollis is prevalent in 16% of newborns. However, if detected early, it can be rectified even without surgery (1). So, how to identify and address the problem? It just takes 6 minutes to know everything about it. Read on. Torticollis in babies is a muscular condition in which the neck muscle of a baby becomes stiff and short. Also known as infant torticollis or congenital torticollis, this muscular condition affects about 16% of the neonatal population. It causes a noticeable tilt in the infants’ heads which might be either congenital or the result of an illness. In either situation, the infant torticollis causes the neck muscle to contract, resulting in a twisted and tilted head in a bay that persists until medical attention is sought. However, if the condition is detected early enough, it can be treated without surgery (1). Learn about the causes and symptoms of torticollis in infants, how it’s diagnosed and treated, and what happens if it’s...
Skin rashes in children are not uncommon and may occur due to an infection or [simple_tooltip text="autoimmune disease" tooltip="A group of medical conditions where the body’s immune system mistakenly attacks the healthy body cells" ]. They may also be triggered by an allergic reaction. Your pediatrician may help you diagnose the exact cause of your child’s skin rash. It is suggested to seek the pediatrician’s suggestion instead of trying any over-the-counter (OTC) drugs or home remedies for your child. Read this post to know more about the causes and management of this condition in children. [mj-toc] When Should You Take Your Child To The Doctor For A Rash? Skin rashes could be common in children, but if your child is showing the signs that we mention next, then you need to consult your child’s doctor. The rashes are interfering with the child’s day-to-day activities. The child has difficulty in sleeping, or the rashes are causing pain. The rashes have not...
Waking up to little red-colored mosquito bites on your little one’s face is unnerving for sure. This post on mosquito repellents for babies will help you prevent these. No matter how many mosquito nets or covered clothes you use, the mosquitoes always seem to find a way around them. It is mosquitoes and other insects and bugs that never leave a chance to creep up those open areas and leave a mark of their presence. In such cases, mosquito repellents might come in handy. But before using any ointment or repellent cream on your baby’s skin, it is advisable to check for allergic reactions. So which repellent do you choose for your baby? Read on to know about the various types of mosquito repellents available and the ones that are safe to be used for your baby. [mj-toc] How Safe Are Various Forms Of Mosquito Repellents For Babies? Mosquito repellents come in different forms and packages. Some repellents seem ostensibly...
Baby rubbing eyes could be a sign of exhaustion and sleepiness (1). However, recent studies have demonstrated that young ones exposed to excess screen time because of using devices like smartphones early in life may develop eye fatigue, which could further lead to increased rubbing of eyes (2). Reading this post could help you understand some probable reasons for babies rubbing their eyes and ways to prevent and manage the condition. [mj-toc] Why Does Your Baby Rub Eyes? Besides sleepiness and tiredness, there are other possible reasons why babies rub their eyes. 1. Baby is curious [caption id="attachment_888023" align="alignnone" width="720"] Image: Shutterstock[/caption] Babies tend to get curious when they develop fine motor skills. Among the things they do then is experiment by touching every part of their body to understand how the body will respond (3). [MJ_RELATED_LINKS href="https://www.momjunction.com/articles/when-do-babies-start-to-wave-age-signs_00764191/" title="When Does Baby Start Waving? Age, Signs And Ways To Encourage"] 2. Baby is wondered or amazed [caption id="attachment_888041" align="alignnone" width="720"] Image:...