Written by Dr. Suresh Birajdar
Like adults, youngsters are additionally prone to getting contaminated with the corona virus. This is the explanation why it’s necessary to observe the rules issued by the Directorate General of Health Services (DGHS) in addition to to observe the masking, social distancing and hand sanitizing.
*Children below 5 years of age don’t have to put on masks. However, it’s necessary for youngsters aged 6-11 years to put on a masks below the supervision of a father or mother or different member of the family. Earlier, youngsters under two years of age weren’t suggested to put on masks.
*There are not any knowledge accessible concerning the protection and efficacy of remdesivir in youngsters lower than 18 years of age, so its use in youngsters ought to be prevented. HRCT (high-resolution chest) chest scans ought to solely be accomplished if one’s signs worsen.
* Children who’re taking medicines for another illness, they need to proceed taking them. Steroids and anti-coagulants ought to be used solely below strict medical supervision in a hospital. Do not use them at house with out the physician’s data.
*As per the rules, dad and mom have to deal with their little infants and toddlers. Those who’re contaminated ought to strictly observe COVID measures like masking, hand hygiene and social distancing. Give your children oral fluids to remain hydrated and see that they eat a well-balanced food regimen containing all of the important vitamins.
*Older youngsters want to remain related with household and have constructive interactions by telephone, video name. If the signs worsen, the relations ought to instantly contact the physician and do as per the specialist.
*Critically ailing youngsters ought to be given oxygen remedy on an pressing foundation, however solely after consulting a specialist. In addition, sustaining fluid and electrolyte steadiness, particularly with oral fluids (on the subject of infants) or initiating intravenous fluid remedy if oral consumption is impaired.
* Paracetamol might be given to the kid with the recommendation of the physician. Antimicrobial medication could also be given in case of bacterial an infection, and take care of comorbid situations, if any.
The writer is a Neonatologist and Pediatrician at Motherhood Hospital, Kharghar.
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With inputs from TheIndianEXPRESS
