Jul 28, 2021
Osteogenesis Imperfecta is a congenital disorder characterised by brittle bones that are prone to fracture and other features like blue sclera , hearing impairment and discoloured teeth. It is caused by defective collagen synthesis (specifically type 1 collagen). There are many different subtypes of OI and the range of...
Jul 25, 2021
Urinary tract infections are a major differential for any child presenting with a fever. Thus, urine specimen collection is an important part of the workup of the febrile child.
In this episode, we discuss the two main tests performed on urine in this setting. Firstly, there is the "urine dipstick", also known as a full...
Jul 21, 2021
Eosinophilic oesophagitis (or
EoE) is caused by an immune
response to dietary antigens. It can cause symptoms like chest
pain, vomiting and dysphagia. Untreated, chronic oesophageal
inflammation can ultimately lead to oesophageal narrowing and
strictures.
Jul 18, 2021
Mycobacterium tuberculosis has overtaken HIV/AIDS as the leading cause of death from infectious disease in the world, according to the WHO. One third of the global population is infected, including those with latent disease.
In this episode, we discuss the presentation of tuberculosis, screening tests, definitive...
Jul 14, 2021
Epiglottitis is a life threatening inflammation of the epiglottis, classically caused by Haemophilus influenzae (Hib), but other pathogens can cause it too, and should especially be considered if an immunised individual presents with epiglottitis.
The most important thing initially is to avoid distressing the child, as...