FAQs in Pediatric Infectious Diseases

Key Features Covers 45 important chapters in pediatric infections The chapters cover infections of various systems and also important causative organisms Addresses questions which are often raised in various forums Clears the controversies and queries in the minds of practicing paediatricians Students will find readymade answers to common questions on pediatric infections This book will be a desktop companion for quick reference. About the FAQs in Pediatric infectious Diseases (IAP) IAP Infectious Diseases Chapter has added another feather in its cap FAQs in Pediatric Infectious Diseases. These frequently asked questions have been collected from discussions in various forums. Busy pediatric practitioners often find it difficult to get the answer to the questions in the midst of bulky texts. This time we have taken up the common diseases, which we encounter in our daily life. The questions have been selected in the manner, which covers basic knowledge about the disease, its diagnosis and management. The book intends to give an outline of the way one should encounter the disease. Infections in this book have been broadly classified into various systems and also according to the causative organisms. Care has been taken to include infections, that are common in our country and also emerging and re-emerging infections such as pertussis, rickettsia, brucella and leptospira. IAP Infectious Diseases Chapter has been striving to uplift the knowledge and academics amongst the pediatrician of this country. This time, our effort has been directed not only to the pediatricians but also to the general physicians who are still the first line caregiver of the ailing children of our country. The busy general practitioners will find it very handy for their day-to-day work. The students may utilize this book for ready reference.