Helicobacter pylori (H. pylori) bacteria are a common cause of digestive illnesses, including gastritis (the irritation and inflammation of the stomach lining), peptic ulcers (sores in the lining of the stomach, small intestine, or esophagus), and even stomach cancer later in life. These bacteria are found worldwide, but especially in developing countries, …
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Pinworm
Pinworm is an intestinal infection caused by tiny parasitic worms. One of the most common roundworm infections, pinworm infections affect millions of people each year, particularly school-age kids. If your child develops a pinworm infection, try not to worry. Pinworms don’t cause any harm (just itching), and it won’t take …
Rotavirus
About Rotavirus Almost all kids have had a rotavirus infection by the time they’re 5 years old. Rotavirus is one of the most common causes of diarrhea, and severe infection (rotavirus gastroenteritis) is the leading cause of severe, dehydrating diarrhea in infants and young children. In the U.S., rotavirus infections …
Salmonella Infections
Salmonellosis is a foodborne illness caused by infection with Salmonella bacteria. Most infections are spread to people through consumption of contaminated food (usually meat, poultry, eggs, or milk). Salmonella infections affect the intestines and cause vomiting, fever, and cramping, which usually clear up without medical treatment. You can help prevent Salmonella infections by …
Shigella Infections
About Shigella Shigella are bacteria that can infect the digestive tract and cause a wide range of symptoms, from diarrhea, cramping, vomiting, and nausea, to more serious complications and illnesses. Infections, called shigellosis, sometimes go away on their own; while other times, antibiotics can shorten the course of the illness. …
Tapeworm
Tapeworms are flat worms that live in a person’s digestive tract. Though upsetting to think about, they usually don’t cause any serious problems. Tapeworm infections aren’t common in the United States and, when they do happen, they’re usually easy to treat. Tapeworm Basics Tapeworms are parasites. As you probably remember …
Typhoid Fever
Typhoid fever is a serious and sometimes life-threatening infection that mostly affects people in developing countries, where clean water and other sanitation measures are hard to come by. The disease usually causes symptoms that include a high fever, a stomachache, and achiness. It can be cured with antibiotics. If you …
Yersiniosis
Yersiniosis is a relatively uncommon infection contracted through the consumption of undercooked meat products (especially pork), unpasteurized milk, or contaminated water. Usually, someone with an infection caused by Yersinia bacteria recovers within a few days without medical treatment (in some cases, doctors prescribe antibiotics). About Yersiniosis Of the three main …
Impetigo
Impetigo (im-peh-TY-go) is one of the most common skin infections among kids. It often affects preschool and school-age children, causing blisters or sores on the face, neck, hands, and diaper area. Kids can be more likely to develop the infection when the skin is already irritated by another problem, such as eczema, poison …
Infections That Pets Carry
Caring for pets is a great learning experience for kids, teaching them responsibility, gentleness, and respect for other living beings. Like adults, kids can benefit from the companionship, affection, and relationships they share with their pets. But animals and pets can spread infections to humans, especially kids. So if you’re …