Common Childhood Infections

• A to Z: Otitis Media (Ear Infection)

  Learn more about otitis media, an infection of the middle ear.

• Bronchitis

  Bronchitis is an inflammation of the lining of the bronchial tubes. When a person has bronchitis, it may be harder for air to pass in and out of the lungs.

• Chickenpox (Varicella)

  Learn all about the chickenpox infection, including the rash and other symptoms, causes, vaccine, treatment, and care.

• Cold Sores

  Cold sores are small painful blisters that can appear on or near the lips or nose. Learn symptoms, causes, and treatments, and how to help prevent cold sores.

• Colds

  Colds are the most common infectious disease in the United States – and the top reason kids visit the doctor and miss school.

• Conjunctivitis (Pinkeye) In Kids

  Pinkeye, or conjunctivitis, is the most common eye infection affecting kids. Learn more about pinkeye and how to prevent it from spreading.

• Diarrhea

  Most kids battle diarrhea from time to time, so it’s important to know what to do to relieve and even prevent it.

• Enterovirus Infections

  Enterovirus infections can range from mild to serious. Learn how the virus spreads and find ways to avoid it.

• Fever (High Temperature) In Kids

  Information on temperatures, symptoms, treatment, and when to call a doctor
  or seek emergency care if your child has a fever. Learn more here.

• Germs: Bacteria, Viruses, Fungi, and Protozoa

  Germs are the microscopic bacteria, viruses, fungi, and protozoa that can cause disease.