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What’s Going Around - February 2013 Influenza – Flu has definitely arrived, Usual symptoms are fatigue, sore throat, body aches, headache, cough, congestion, fever chills. Tamiflu (a prescription anti-viral drug) may help if started in the 1st 24-48 hours. And yes, we still have influenza vaccine! Gastroenteritis – vomiting, diarrhea, and fever are usual symptoms. Stomach cramps may occur. Hydration with fluids containing calories and electrolytes given as small amounts frequently is the treatment. Body rashes are common. Strep throat: Sore throat, fever, headache, and stomach pain are the usual symptoms. Swollen, inflamed tonsils are usually present. White-yellow spots on the tonsils don’t necessarily mean strep. A fine, sandpapery, red rash (scarlatina) may be present. Strep infections should always be treated with an antibiotic to prevent rheumatic fever which can cause damage to the heart valves. A 10 minute test with a throat swab will diagnose strep throat. Skin infections - usually caused by staph bacteria. Red, crusty, oozing skin lesions are usual. May appear as pustules initially. Any “break” in the skin – bites, scratches, abrasions can become infected. Plain soap and water, and an OTC antibiotic will help prevent infection. Very common in young athletes (esp. football, wrestling). Staph infections usually require an office visit and a prescription. Croup – Fall/winter is croup season. This is a viral illness with hoarseness, sore throat, fever, and a barky cough. Breathing may be distressed in infants and toddlers – especially at night. Cool mist, running the shower, or breathing cool outdoor air can help. Medication may be necessary if child distressed. Older kids and adults may have laryngitis from the same viruses. Ear infections – usually occur with cold symptoms and often accompany pinkeye. Eczema, Dry skin (xerosis) – .with colder weather, low humidity, and home heating, skin tends to dry out. This Kids who already have dry skin or eczema usually get worse. Frequent use of a good moisturizer is the answer. Lip-lickers dermatitis - this is a perioral (around the mouth) dermatitis aggravated by cold weather and home heating. Frequent (hourly) use of a bland, thick barrier ointment like Vaseline is the cure. .