Coping with Seizures in Children
Seizures can be scary for parents and caregivers, but they aren’t painful and are usually brief.
Seizures can be scary for parents and caregivers, but they aren’t painful and are usually brief.
Cellulitis is an infection of the deep layers of skin. Cellulitis can get into the bloodstream and lymph nodes and spread all over the body, causing very serious illness. So it's key for a child with cellulitis to get medical care right away. Read on to learn more.
Bronchiolitis is an inflammation in the lungs. It affects the small breathing tubes. It's most common in children under age 2 years. Read on to learn more about this condition.
Abdominal pain is very common in children, and in many cases there's no serious cause. But stomach pain can sometimes point to a serious problem, such as appendicitis, so it is important to know when to seek help.
Dry-powder inhalers (DPIs) deliver measured doses of powdered medicine into your lungs. Read on to learn how to use yours correctly.
As soon as PID has been diagnosed, it should be treated with antibiotics. Two or more types of antibiotics may be taken at the same time. This ensures that all the bacteria are killed. It's very important to take all of your medicine as prescribed, or the infection may not go away.
If you have PID, talking about it can be hard. But your health is at stake. If a recent STI caused your PID, your partner must be tested and treated. If you've had PID for many years, you and your partner may now need to discuss problems such as infertility.
Complications from untreated PID can take many years to develop. The longer a woman has untreated PID, the greater the chance that these problems will occur.
The years leading up to menopause can be hard both physically and emotionally. These tips can help you cope.
A Pap test is an important part of screening for cervical cancer, but most women don't need it every year.