Kidney Stones in Children
Kidney stones affect approximately 1 in 11 people in the United States, and a growing number of children, especially teenagers, are among them. A kidney stone is a small lump …
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Why is My Child Dizzy and Disoriented
Your child has been complaining of dizziness. They might describe feeling as if the room is spinning, or you may notice them walking with the head or body at an …
What Moms Need to Know About Infant Jaundice
Jaundice is a prevalent condition in children, especially in newborns. It usually develops within the first few days of birth, and the skin color turns yellow. It goes away within …
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 …
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) …
The Difference Between COVID and the Flu
Since December 2019, every time you feel slightly under the weather, the worry over if you have COVID-19 rises. It can be hard to tell the difference between the symptoms …
Symptoms of Kidney Stones
Sometimes, kidney stones can be as small as a grain of sand but some bigger stones can cause trouble in your urine flow along with a lot of pain. In …
Managing Your Diabetes
Diabetes is a disease that causes sugar to remain in the blood rather than entering the body’s cells to be used for energy. Over time, high blood sugar can damage …
Abdominal Health Emergencies
Warning Signs & Symptoms It can be easy to blame your abdominal pain on indigestion or stress. But sometimes the pain is more serious, and you’ll need to see a …
