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Whatshould you do if you think your baby has it? Neonatal herpes (herpes in a newborn baby)
Neonatal herpes (herpes in a newborn baby)Contact your GPor midwife as soon as possible if your baby has any of the above symptoms and you're worried. You may be advised to take your baby to your nearest accident and emergency department . Neonatal herpes is usually treated with antiviral drugsgiven directly into the baby'svein (intravenously).This treatment may be needed for several
How serious is herpes for a baby? Neonatal herpes (herpes in a newborn baby)
Neonatal herpes (herpes in a newborn baby)Sometimes neonatal herpes will only affect the baby's eyes, mouth or skin. In these cases, most babies will make a complete recovery with antiviral treatment. However, the condition is much more serious if it has spread to the baby's organs.Nearly a third of infants with this type of neonatal herpes will die, even after they've been treated. If
How can neonatal herpes be prevented? Neonatal herpes (herpes in a newborn baby)
Neonatal herpes (herpes in a newborn baby)If you're pregnant and have a history of genital herpes, tell your doctor or midwife.You may need to take medication during thelast month of pregnancy to prevent an outbreak of vaginal sores during labour. Delivery bycaesarean section is recommended if the genital herpes has occurred for the first time in the last six weeks of your pregnancy. If
Where to get medical help Herpes simplex eye infections
Herpes simplex eye infectionsGet medical help as soon as possible if you have the symptoms above. They could be caused by a herpes simplex infection or another eye condition that requires rapid treatment. If it's not treated, there's a chance your vision could be affected. You can get help and advice from: your GP or NHS 111 they can advise you about services in your
Treatments for herpes simplex eye infections Herpes simplex eye infections
Herpes simplex eye infectionsMost herpes simplex eye infections get better in a week or two, although they can last longer. Treatment is usually needed to reduce the risk of complications . The main treatments are: antiviral eye drops or ointment these stop the virus spreading and are usually used several times a day for up to two weeks steroid eye drops these may be
Hepatitis A Hepatitis
HepatitisHepatitis A is caused by the hepatitis A virus. It's usually caught by consuming food and drink contaminated with the poo of an infected person and is most common in countries where sanitation is poor. Hepatitis A usually passes within a few months, although it can occasionally be severe and even life-threatening. There's no specific treatment
Alcoholic hepatitis Hepatitis
HepatitisAlcoholic hepatitis is a type of hepatitis caused by drinking excessive amounts of alcohol over many years. The condition is common in the UK and many people don't realise they have it because it doesn't usually cause any symptoms, although it can cause sudden jaundice and liver failure in some people. Stopping drinking will usually allow your
Potential issues with herbal medicines Herbal medicines
Herbal medicinesIf you're taking or plan to take any herbal medicines, be aware of the following: They may cause problems if you're taking other medicines. They could result in reduced or enhanced effects of the medicine(s), including potential side effects. You may experience a bad reaction or side effects after taking a herbal medicine. Not all herbal
Recovering from umbilical hernia repair Umbilical hernia repair
Umbilical hernia repairIt's usually possible to go home the same day as having an umbilical hernia repair. It's normal to feel sore and uncomfortable immediately after surgery. Local anaesthetic, which numbs the area, will be injected before the end of the operation to reduce the pain. Painkillers will also be provided. Your child may be sleepy or cry a lot and demand
Surgery for a hernia Hernia
HerniaThere are two main ways surgery for hernias can be carried out: open surgery where one cut is made to allow the surgeon to push the lump back into the abdomen keyhole (laparoscopic) surgery this is a less invasive, but more difficult, technique where several smaller cuts are made, allowing the surgeon to use various special instruments to