Year: 2022

Co-sleeping or sharing a bed with an infant is a hotly debated parenting topic. The practice of co-sleeping or sharing a bed with an infant is a hotly debated parenting topic. Supporters of bed-sharing believe that your baby belongs in your bed. Others worry that sharing a bed with your baby is unsafe and exposes...

At 10 weeks pregnant, it is impossible to feel your baby move. No, you cannot feel the baby at 10 weeks pregnant. Typically, it will take 6-15 weeks more to feel the baby bump and the baby’s movements. If you are skinny or a seasoned mommy, you sense vibrations or flutters at 13 weeks. The...

Things to know about ankylosing spondylitis Picture of areas of inflammation in ankylosing spondylitis Ankylosing spondylitis is a form of arthritis featuring chronic inflammation of the spine and the sacroiliac joints (sacroiliitis). Ankylosing spondylitis belongs to a group of arthritis conditions that tend to cause chronic inflammation of the spine (spondyloarthropathies). Ankylosing spondylitis affects males...

Plant sterols or phytosterols are found naturally in vegetable oils and several fruits. Plant sterols were initially discovered to have cholesterol-lowering properties in the 1950s when they were extracted from vegetable fats or oils and pine trees and tested for efficacy.  Plant sterols are preferentially absorbed by the intestines in place of cholesterol, decreasing cholesterol...

What causes the common cold? The common cold is a viral infection that affects your nose and throat. There is no cure for the cold while breastfeeding, so you’ll need to give it time to clear up. A common cold is usually harmless, even though it can make you feel terrible. Oftentimes, the best treatment...

Things to know about heart attack It cannot be overemphasized how important it is to seek prompt medical attention when symptoms suggesting a heart attack occur. Early diagnosis and treatment save lives, and delays in obtaining medical assistance can be fatal. A heart attack results when a blood clot completely obstructs a coronary artery supplying blood to the...

Things to know about encephalopathy Hepatic encephalopathy can occur when your liver stops filtering toxins from your blood. The causes of encephalopathy are numerous and varied; they include infections, anoxia, metabolic problems, toxins, drugs, physiologic changes, trauma, and other causes. Encephalopathy is a general term that refers to brain disease, damage, or malfunction. The major...

Things to know about cuts, scrapes (abrasions), and puncture wounds Readers Comments 5 Share Your Story If a wound if won’t stop bleeding or there are signs of infection, you should contact a doctor. Washing a cut or scrape with soap and water and keeping it clean and dry are all that is required to care for...

Low libido can be caused by a wide variety of factors, from stress to hormonal changes Libido, or sex drive, naturally fluctates over time. Low libido can be caused by a wide variety of factors, from stress to hormonal changes. Fortunately, there are things you can do that can help spice up your sex life. Here...

Things to know about heart (cardiovascular) disease Coronary artery disease is the main cause of heart attacks. Heart disease refers to various types of conditions that can affect heart function. These types include: Coronary artery (atherosclerotic) heart disease that affects the arteries to the heart Valvular heart disease affects how the valves function to regulate...