Five Common Signs of Low Immunity in Kids
Learn about the 5 signs of low immunity in children, including frequent infections, chronic fatigue, and slow wound healing. Early detection is crucial.
Highlights:
- Frequent infections and colds are common indicators of low immunity
- Chronic fatigue can hinder a child's daily activities and focus
- Slow wound healing may signal underlying immune issues
Parents and caregivers will often worry when their children have low immunity especially during a flare up. Children are likely to get sick or be infected in case their immune system becomes compromised, this will affect their general health. Here are 5 signs of low immunity in children (1✔):
1. Frequent Infections
- Conditions which are characterized by repeated infections including; ear infection, sinus infection and pneumonia.
- Frequent colds and flu
- Infections, which recur or can be slow to respond to treatment
2. Having a Cold Often
- Getting sick more often particularly when the colds come in one after the other.
- Cold signs that persist beyond their usual duration
- Difficulty shaking off a cold
3. Chronic Fatigue
- Being drowsy or lethargic for most part of the day
- Tiredness which makes one slip in the normal day activities
- Inability to focus or sustaining attention
4. Digestive Issues
- Such as constipation or diarrhea for several consecutive days
- Stomach pain or cramps
- Problems related to digestion of some types of foods
5. Slow Wound Healing
- Slow healing of usual cuts or wounds
- Surgical wounds which can easily get infected
- Inability to resist infection in an injury site
To keep an eye on children's health it is recommended to see a pediatrician if you have observed these signs of low immunity. A health care personnel may identify other possible causes of such low immunity and advise on the correct action to be taken.
‘Did You Know?
Children with low immunity are more prone to frequent infections and prolonged recovery times. #medindia #childhealth #lowimmunity’
Reference:
- Immune Systems 101: What They Are and What Immune Disorders Mean - (https:www.choa.org/parent-resources/immune-systems/immune-system-disorders-in-kids)
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