Flu symptoms include a high fever, headache, extreme fatigue, coughing, sore throat, muscle aches and nasal drainage. The March of Dimes indicates some women may experience nausea, vomiting and diarrhea. It is possible for the flu to cause complications during…
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Overview The early stages of Alzheimer’s disease are subtle and not always noticeable. Each person will display signs differently. Monitoring for signs of Alzheimer’s allows a victim and family members to prepare for the future. Alzheimer’s has no cure. Medical…
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A miscarriage is a pregnancy that ends spontaneously prior to 20 weeks gestation. Most miscarriages, however, occur in the first trimester prior to week 13. Between 50 and 70 percent of first-trimester miscarriages are thought to be random events caused…
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Colic is a condition where infants have recurring episodes of loud, constant crying. The episodes commonly happen three hours a day, three days a week, for three weeks to be considered colic. Boys and first-born children are more likely to…
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Alzheimer’s disease is a progressive, incurable disease affecting brain function. It is the leading cause of dementia and affects 5.3 million Americans, the Alzheimer’s Association reports. One in 10 people over age 65 and more than half the population over…
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How good is your immunity? The commonly occurring yeast infection Candida, occurring in women, can flare up under conditions of changing vaginal acidity or hormones. Occurring in a majority of women some time in their lives, the symptoms include genital…
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In her 40’s or 50’s, a woman’s childbearing ability will end and her menstrual periods will cease. While this is a natural cycle in a woman’s life, it may present special challenges as her hormones fluctuate in the years leading…
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Babies born prematurely, before the 37th week of pregnancy, have an array of medical problems that typically keep them in the neonatal or newborn intensive care unit (NICU) of the hospital for a few weeks or months after birth. The…
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Knowing the first symptoms of pregnancy can help you to recognize when you become pregnant. During your first month of pregnancy, the “pregnancy hormone,” human chorionic gonadotropin (hCG), will cause many changes in your body. Your body will also produce…
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Overview Pregnant women have many options for learning about the health of their unborn baby. AFP testing, also known by other names including multiple marker screening, assesses the chance for specific conditions in the baby. The first version of the…
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While both parents and children may enjoy the cozy comfort that comes with sleeping in bed together, according to the Dr. Greene website, the practice can lead to difficulty transitioning to a child’s own bed as he ages. While co-sleeping…
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According to the “Lippincott Manual Of Nursing Practice,” child growth and development begins as soon as a child is born. Child development occurs in a recognizable and sequential pattern, but children develop at different rates. For example, some children walk…
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Fatigue (bodily or emotional weakness) and lack of energy typically go hand in hand. Though both symptoms are common and often mild, persistent or extreme cases may indicate a serious underlying condition, such as depression, testosterone deficiency or a sleep…
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According to the National Institute of Child Health and Human Development, about 12 percent of all births in the United States are premature, taking place before the 37th week of gestation. Premature birth can lead to numerous complications. The severity…
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Healthcommunities.com reports that American women have a 2 percent risk of developing ovarian cancer in their lifetime. Ovarian cancer is considered a silent killer because most women are diagnosed late in the disease. The earlier treatment begins the greater the…
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Overview Children as young as preschoolers are capable of exhibiting violent behavior, according to the American Academy of Child & Adolescent Psychiatry (AACAP). Aggressive and violent behavior can be upsetting to everyone around a child, and should always be taken…
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Menopause is a natural process that affects most women in their fifth or sixth decade of life. It signals the end of the child-bearing years and the ensuing hormonal changes bring a multitude of emotions. While most women experience this…
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Changing your fitness and nutrition routines can be overwhelming. The first step is to write down your goals, and be specific about how you will accomplish them. Allow some wiggle room, knowing that you might not want to do something…
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The first signs and symptoms of Alzheimer’s disease are referred to collectively as mild cognitive impairment. This affects approximately 20 percent of the population over the age of 70, the Mayo Clinic reports. According to the National Institute on Aging,…
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Overview Zoloft, the trade name for sertraline hydrochloride, a popular selective-serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI) antidepressant medication. Weight gain is one of the most common side effects of taking an SSRI. It’s impossible to predict how your own body will react…
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The first three months of pregnancy are a sensitive time for a newly developing fetus. Since all the major body systems and organs are forming, anything that disrupts fetal development can have a long-lasting impact. While living in a bubble…
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Overview The Maclaren company, named after the owner’s clan descended from Scotland, began producing “baby buggies” in the 1960s. The brand has since expanded its stroller designs to accommodate both the affordable and high-end markets and children ranging in age…
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Diaper rash is a common problem caused by irritation from a wet or dirty diaper and is found on the thighs and bottoms of babies. Sensitivity to creams and certain foods and drinks raise the acid and ammonia levels in…
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Overview Newborns frequently have a cephalohematoma, a blood collection under the skull bone, or a caput succedaneum, a red swelling on the scalp. Both conditions, which are related to the trauma of delivery, require a week or two to normalize….
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Surgical abortion is a common surgical procedure performed to end a pregnancy. Surgical abortions usually are performed only during the first trimester of pregnancy, but may be performed at any time throughout a pregnancy if medical emergencies arise that threaten…
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The March of Dimes defines teenagers as less than twenty years old. Teen pregnancy can result in many health complications for both the mother and her baby. The Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) reports that in 2006 there…
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Potty training marks an integral part in the development of your child. Potty training any child comes with both its rewards and difficulties, but potty training a boy in your family can come with it’s own unique challenges. As such,…
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Pregnancy is a time of rapid growth and change, not just for your unborn child, but for you as well. Your body is rapidly expanding to accommodate this new life. For many moms-to-be, this means stretch marks. Striae, as they…
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Overview Many parents find it difficult to tell if their teenager’s aggressive behavior is a problem or just part of “normal teenage rebellion.” While there should always be hope that a teen will outgrow aggressive behavior, parents should be mindful…
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According to Save the Children, every year women below the age of 20 give birth to 13 million children worldwide. In America, the teen birth and abortion rate is 55.6 and 30.2 per thousand births, respectively. Medline Plus indicates that…
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