Milestones that make parenting your newborn easier As your newborn passes through the milestones of learning to self-soothe, outgrowing colic, and sleeping through the night, parenting your newborn will get easier. Caring for a newborn isn’t easy, but this challenging stage will not last long. Take a deep breath and look for these milestones in...
When a baby is much larger than average, it can cause childbirth complications. Learn about what causes fetal macrosomia and how it can be diagnosed Macrosomia is a term used to describe a newborn who is much larger and weighs more than average. On an average, babies weigh between 5 pounds, 8 ounces and 8...
Lymphoma skin rashes may be itchy and appear as red or purple with dry scales. Learn about skin lymphoma symptoms and treatment Lymphoma skin rashes may be itchy and appear as red or purple with dry scales, especially along the skin folds. Irritation may sometimes occur with or without rash. Rashes appear as different types...
Most testicular cysts go away on their own with rest and scrotal support. However, if the cyst is enlarged or becomes infected, they may require surgical intervention. A cyst is a swelling that contains fluid, semisolid material or gaseous material. Cysts are very common all over the body, and most do not become cancerous. Testicular...
You can get tested for sexually transmitted infections from a health clinic, your doctor’s office or at-home testing kits. Getting tested for sexually transmitted infections (STIs) is the only way to know for sure if you have an STI. This is because many people with STIs show no symptoms, yet they could be capable of...
What is anger? As parents, you should let your children know that getting angry sometimes is okay. But, you also need to teach them how to quickly release anger by using these techniques. Anger is the feeling of being mad, ticked off, frustrated, or furious. Feeling anger is healthy and okay. But, it can turn...
Crying nonstop for too long likely means there's something wrong. If no amount of soothing seems to work, and crying continues for three hours, then your doctor may help. Babies cry to tell you what they're feeling. Whether it's discomfort, hunger, or pain, crying is how they communicate it. Their crying can also take a...
Testing for sexually transmitted diseases (STDs) includes blood tests, urine samples, and vaginal, oral or rectal swabs. Sexually transmitted diseases (STDs) or sexually transmitted infections (STIs) can be diagnosed after a thorough analysis of medical history, including sexual history, followed by conducting tests that detect the presence of the causative viruses or bacteria in the...
What is Rifadin (rifampin, isoniazid and pyrazinamide), and what is it used for? Brand name: Rifadin Generic: rifampin, isoniazid and pyrazinamide Rifadin is an antibiotic used to treat tuberculosis (TB). What are the side effects of Rifadin? Common side effects of Rifadin include: upset stomach, heartburn, nausea, menstrual changes, headache, drowsiness, tired feeling, or dizziness. To reduce the...
In the initial stages of decay, teeth can be saved through various diet choices and oral care routines. However, once decay progresses, rotting teeth can only be saved through dental procedures. Often, a rotten tooth means damage has spread deep within the tooth structure. Certain modalities may help halt the process of tooth destruction and...