Colonoscopy is an outpatient procedure in which your colon and rectum are inspected. This procedure helps examine, diagnose and treat lower gastrointestinal tract diseases. A long and flexible tube is inserted in the rectum and advanced to the other side of the large intestine. The tube has a tiny video camera at the tip which allows a clear view of the entire colon to the doctors. (Mayo Clinic, 2020) In case of any issue or if necessary, polyps or any abnormal tissues can be removed for a … [Read more...] about What to Know About Colonoscopies
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Things to Know in Your First Trimester of Pregnancy
Everyone gets blissful about their big baby news — but a little confused about what will happen, when and how. Here's the short of what will happen over the first trimester of your pregnancy. For most, the more they know about any new endeavor, the more comfortable and confident they feel. However, for some this is the planning process of all planning processes! In simple words, the dates for the first trimester considered are the first day of your last period until weektwelve. It is the … [Read more...] about Things to Know in Your First Trimester of Pregnancy
How to Know If You Are Lactose Intolerant
Lactose intolerance is a digestive disorder caused by the inability to digest lactose, a carbohydrate found in dairy products. It is thought to affect 75% of the world population. (West, 2017) The condition requires management by watching how you consume dairy products. (Ratini, 2019) Lactose is the sugar that is found in milk. An enzyme called lactase breaks down this sugar, which is absorbed by our body. Those with lactose intolerance do not have enough lactase in their small intestine and … [Read more...] about How to Know If You Are Lactose Intolerant
7 Swimming Pool Safety Tips
Swimming is not just a fun activity, but it’s also one of the best forms of exercise. During summer, many families spend quality time together and have fun in a backyard pool. While a backyard pool is beneficial for kids, it also comes with a huge responsibility for parents to ensure that everyone is safe. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), drowning kills more children aged between 1 to 4 years than anything else except congenital disabilities. Drowning can … [Read more...] about 7 Swimming Pool Safety Tips
High Blood Pressure Risks
High blood pressure or hypertension is a condition where the force of the blood against the artery walls is high enough to lead to health risks and more. High blood pressure to unhealthy levels can increase the risks of heart diseases, among other complications. Measurement of blood pressure takes into account how much blood is passing through the vessels and the resistance that the blood meets while the heart is pumping. (Mayo Clinic, 2021) The more blood your heart pumps and the narrower … [Read more...] about High Blood Pressure Risks
Vaccines and Children: When and Why
Although most parents are familiar with the “childhood vaccination schedule” – a detailed plan for when your child should get certain immunizations helps to protect them from preventable diseases. As the list of recommended vaccines has grown or changed over the years, so has the list of questions about vaccination schedules. Did you know? Why are vaccines important and why it's essential to have an immunization schedule? In this article, we try to explain these points in detail. Why … [Read more...] about Vaccines and Children: When and Why
Inclusive Medicine – Treating the Whole Person
Medicine and healthcare means different things to different people. It’s as diverse as the people who come seeking professional diagnosis and treatment. Think about all those countless times individuals enter clinics and hospitals - they are more than just a medical history. These are people from different races, cultures, ages, sexual orientations, religions, social-economic backgrounds, etc. – a true melting pot of humanity. The expectation is on every medical professional is to understand … [Read more...] about Inclusive Medicine – Treating the Whole Person
Best Exercises for Kids
Most kids like to play all day long. Their energy levels are unmatched, and that's why it's even more critical to help them direct this energy into a lifelong habit – physical exercise. It plays a vital role in building your child’s overall health and wellbeing. How Does Exercise Benefit Kids? Active playtime is highly beneficial for kids from all aspects – physical, mental, and emotional. Physical benefits Kids develop strong muscles, flexible joints, slim body, improved … [Read more...] about Best Exercises for Kids
When to Seek Medical Care for a Baby
One of the most challenging times in parenthood, especially for new parents, is handling an unwell child. The occasional infections and fevers are inevitable with babies as they are more exposed to infectious agents over time. These are a normal part of a child’s development. Since babies cannot verbalize their feelings, parents must stay alert and watch for any warning signs of illness. Sometimes even experienced parents have trouble distinguishing mild illness and fussiness from serious … [Read more...] about When to Seek Medical Care for a Baby
Carbon Monoxide Poisoning
Carbon Monoxide is a colorless, tasteless and odorless gas, generally found in combustion fumes produced by charcoal grills, heaters, fireplaces, car engines, portable generators, car mufflers and more. (Kahn, 2018) Carbon Monoxide poisoning occurs when one inhales too much of these combustion fumes. The body replaces oxygen with carbon monoxide in the cells if there is too much carbon monoxide in the air you breathe, which prevents the oxygen from reaching your organs. Smoke inhalation during a … [Read more...] about Carbon Monoxide Poisoning
