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Pyloric stenosis is one of the most common surgical problems in infants under 3 months of age. Although overall mortality is generally low, the main complications are severe dehydration and hypochloraemic hypokalaemic metabolic alkalosis.    You don't want to miss: Important differentials How to describe pyloric stenosis to a parent Risk factors for pyloric stenosis Management of pyloric stenosis...

HSP is t he most common vasculitis of childhood, usually seen in children aged 2-8 years. Although it is usually self-limiting, there can be significant complications. You don't want to miss: A case How to describe HSP to a patient The pathophysiology of HSP How to diagnose and treat  The short and long term complications Links and resources: Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/youre...

Hypoglycaemia is a common postnatal ward call. Undiagnosed and untreated, it can have catastrophic complications. Luckily, we've summarised it into under 30 minutes for you! In this episode, we discuss: Differentials that can cause or contribute to hypoglycaemia How to explain this condition to a parent Treatment of hypoglycaemia Preventative measures  Complications of hypoglycaemia   Links and re...

Type 1 Diabetes is the most common form of diabetes in children and adolescents. It is an autoimmune condition affect the insulin-secreting beta cells of pancreas, resulting in insulin deficiency. You don't want to miss: A case How to describe type 1 diabetes to a patient A quick overview of glucose metabolism The pathophysiology of type 1 diabetes How to diagnose and treat  The short and long ter...

Diabetic ketoacidosis (DKA) is a potentially life-threatening complication of type 1 diabetes (in most instances). It may also constitute the first presentation of T1DM in a patient.  In this episode, we discuss: The diagnosis of DKA How it presents How to explain this condition to parents  Management of DKA Potential complications to watch out for Links and resources: Follow us on Instagram: http...

Cerebral palsy is a non-progressive disorder of movement and posture. It results from insult to fetal/infant brain. The type and degree of movement difficulty that children with CP experience can vary greatly. Currently there is no cure but there are options for managing it with the aim to improve function and quality of life. In this episode we discuss: Differentials How to describe it to a patie...

Being gender diverse or transgender is not a medical condition, but it can result in illnesses such as gender dysphoria, and often requires medical intervention for gender affirmation.  Statistically, healthcare professionals are not well-versed in looking after gender diverse patients. We are hoping to contribute to educating ourselves and our peers so we can do a better job of caring for this gr...

Abdominal pain is a common presenting complaint in children. Confusingly, there are many different causes. In this episode, we aim to equip you with the knowledge to help differentiate between urgent and less urgent causes. You don't want to miss: A general approach to abdominal pain Important differentials How to take a good pain history How to examine a child with abdominal pan Investigations to...

Legg-Calve-Perthes (or just Perthes) disease causes idiopathic avascular necrosis of the femoral head in a child. It presents with a limp which is often painless but not always. No one is 100% sure what causes it but the end result is disruption of the blood supply to the proximal femoral epiphysis which leads to osteonecrosis and femoral head deformity (which can go on to cause problems such as l...

It's often said in medicine, "look for horses, not zebras". Well, Kawasaki disease is one zebra that you don't want to miss. The second most common vasculitis behind Henoch Schonlein Purpura, Kawasaki disease can result in severe outcomes if not treated early. Tune in to find out how to diagnose and manage a child with Kawasaki disease. You don't want to miss: How to explain Kawasaki disease to a...

Croup is one of the most common conditions resulting in hospitalisation in children.  Tune in to find out how to assess and manage a child with croup, as well as a discussion about epiglottis as a little extra!  You don't want to miss: How to explain croup to parents in a clear manner How to assess the severity of a child's presentation with croup Indications for hospital admission Pathophysiology...

Slipped Upper Femoral Epiphysis (SUFE) is a disorder of the hip joint most common in early adolescents.  During adolescence, the growth plate (physis) is very active with dividing cells and is responsible for the growth spurt. It is quite weak and vulnerable to shearing forces during this time. In SUFE, the growth plate suffers a form of fracture, and the femoral neck slips away from the epiphysis...

We will go as far as to say you will all see at least a few cases of appendicitis in your careers - even if you only treat adult patients! The highest incidence occurs in people aged 15-29. Join Dr Freya and Dr Anne as they go through everything you need to know about appendicitis, particularly in children. You don't want to miss: How to differentiate causes of acute abdominal pain and and common...

DDH is abnormal morphology and development of the acetabulum. It occurs on a spectrum - from mild acetabular dysplasia (i.e. abnormal morphology of the "ball" of the ball and socket) to hip subluxation (partial contact between femoral head and acetabulum) to dislocation (no contact between the articulating surfaces of the hip). If caught early enough, it can usually be treated with simple bracing....

Summary: Most children with a fever will feel miserable and unwell, however 1 in 30 will have a febrile seizure (or febrile convulsion). Many will have just one, but 3 in 10 will go on to have further seizures in future febrile illnesses. Most of the time, febrile seizures occur in children aged from 6 months to 6 years. Tune in to find out how to assess and manage a child who has had a febrile se...

40% of children have at least one episode of wheeze before the age of 6. Some of these children go on to develop asthma, others grow out of it.  Tune in to this mini episode to hear how to manage viral wheeze and how it differs from asthma.  You don't want to miss: How to explain viral wheeze to parents How to manage viral wheeze The pathophysiology Considerations prior to discharge into the commu...

Bronchiolitis accounts for more admissions for infants under one year of age than any other condition.  Tune in to find out how to assess and manage a child with bronchiolitis, and a discussion about who's at higher risk of severe presentations.  You don't want to miss: How to explain bronchiolitis to parents in a clear manner How to assess the severity of a child's presentation with bronchiolitis...

Summary:  Taking a paediatric history involves some very different components to an adult one. We go through an approach to taking a history from start to finish. You don't want to miss: A more complex case that usual to help up break down some important questions to ask when taking a paediatric history Deep dive into antenatal and birth histories and why we ask the questions we do Overview of fee...

Anaphylaxis admissions in Australia more than doubled between 1995 and 2005. While it is a very serious condition, further reactions can be prevented or treated rapidly if both medical staff and patient/parent have a good understanding of the condition and its management. You don't want to miss: The best way to explain anaphylaxis and management to parents The various ways anaphylaxis can present...

Summary:  Kids with eczema (or atopic dermatitis) are a dime a dozen but it can really impact quality of life and lead to long-term consequences.  Having a good understanding and approach to the diagnosis and management of eczema will undoubtedly come in handy if you plan on having anything to do with the medical care of children. You don't want to miss: Presentation of eczema (including how diffe...

Summary:  A straightforward approach to neonatal jaundice - a topic that twisted our brains into knots when we first learnt about it. Unfortunately, it still twists our tongues into knots - try saying glucuronyl transferase three times fast! You don't want to miss: A case study of a typical patient you will be asked to see on the postnatal ward A brief overview of bilirubin metabolism and why neon...

Introducing You're Kidding, Right - a new podcast to help you learn everything you need to know about paediatrics. The first 3 full episodes will drop on the 11th of May 2020. Head on over to our instagram page (@you'rekiddingright.pod) and see if you can guess what the first 3 episodes will be about!