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Small pimples, redness, and other types of skin rashes are common in babies. They are seldom serious and usually disappear on their own. However, some skin problems can be a sign of more serious problems, in which case you should see a health professional.

Children under two can sometimes have eye problems. Most commonly, their eyes can be red, sticky, or watery, or they can be cross eyed.

Allergies are not common in young children so they are hard to diagnose. If you suspect that your child has an allergy, you can consult your doctor.

Many parents have the impression that their youngster is always sick. Young children are very vulnerable to germs (viruses and bacteria) that cause infections like the common cold and gastroenteritis (stomach flu), because their immune system, which protects them against germs, is not developed enough yet—and because they touch everything!

The child has a fever if his rectal temperature (in the rectum) is 38.0°C (100.4°F) or higher.

Many children develop fever and a rash (pimples or red patches, or both) at the same time. This could be a sign of a contagious infection. Most of these infections are caused by viruses and last a few days. They go away by themselves and have no long-term effects.

Colds and flu are caused by viruses. Children under 2 can catch up to 10 or so colds per year. If they do catch the flu, it generally will be only once a year.

There are various reasons why a child may have a stuffed‑up or runny nose: crying, environmental factors (e.g., heat, humidity, dust, animal hair, tobacco smoke), or colds or other infections.

Coughing is a defence mechanism. It’s the body’s way of getting rid of mucus. For example, children may cough when they have a respiratory infection such as a cold or flu.

If your child has a sore throat, she may eat and drink less. She may drool more or have a hoarse voice. So long as she is able to breathe easily, it’s not serious.