Children are more susceptible to disease because their immune system is not fully developed, as viruses and bacteria do not find it difficult to attack their young bodies. Here''s a quick look at the most common diseases in children, which can also affect adults.
1- Measles
Viral infection presenting as a rash (pink/brown spots), with symptoms similar to the common cold.
Measles can lead to serious complications such as otitis media, pneumonia and encephalitis.
Vaccination against this disease is carried out with the mumps and rubella vaccinations, and a second vaccination is necessary in order for the protection to remain effective.
2- German measles
A viral disease that initially presents with symptoms similar to a severe cold, in addition to red spots on the body and face.
German measles is more dangerous in adults, it may cause middle ear infection, joint pain and abnormalities of fetuses through the placenta, and the body''s own immunity is usually developed after the second vaccination.
3- Diphtheria
Bacterial infection, and vaccination against it. Diphtheria is a type of respiratory infection that is usually accompanied by fever and inflammation of the tonsils and throat.
It can lead to shortness of breath and even suffocation, and recovery from infection does not guarantee lifelong immunity, so vaccination must be d.
4- Polio
Viral infection of the central nervous system, causing paralysis and impaired movement, and the vaccine needs to be renewed.
