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Newborn Screening: What Does It Test For?

Newborn screening (NBS) is a test that can help identify certain serious health conditions in the newborn before symptoms arise. The blood spot screening test involves collecting a few small drops of blood from the baby's heel. Read about the conditions that can be identified and how they are treated.

Symptoms

Itchy Ears: 6 Common Causes (& What to Do)

Itchy ears can occur for many reasons, like dry skin, decreased wax production or frequently using objects in the ear, like cotton swabs or ear plugs. However, this symptoms may also be as sign of another health condition, like psoriasis or an ear infection. Learn more about what causes itchy ears and what to do.

Symptoms

Constant Dizziness: 7 Causes (& When to See a Doctor)

Constant dizziness can occur with certain illnesses, like labyrinthitis, high or low blood pressure, blood blood sugar levels, arrythmias or anemia. Learn about the 7 most common causes of dizziness and when you should see a doctor.

Symptoms

Cloudy Urine: 9 Common Causes & What It Means

Cloudy urine is common and normally happens due to increased mucus levels in the urine from urine contamination, dehydration or supplements, or pregnancy. It can also be a sign of infection if it presents with other symptoms. Learn more about what cloudy urine means and what can cause it.

Healthy Pregnancy

Nuchal Translucency: When Is It Performed and Why?

The nuchal translucency (NT) scan is an ultrasound exam done during the first trimester of pregnancy that measures the amount of fluid behind the fetal neck. It can help identify an increased risk for certain genetic disorders and birth defects. Learn about reference values and how and why the test is performed.

Medications

Methylphenidate (Ritalin): Uses, Doses & Side Effects

Methylphenidate (or Ritalin) is a psychostimulant medication that is indicated for the treatment of ADHD in adults or children over 6 years of age or for the treatment of narcolepsy in adults. Read more about the dosing and strengths of this medication, the side effects it can cause, and the contraindications for use.

Healthy Pregnancy

Can You Do Pilates While Pregnant? 14 Benefits (Plus 6 Exercises)

The answer to "can you do Pilates while pregnant" is that Pilates has a multitude of benefits for pregnancy, such as improving balance and breathing, reducing stress, improving blood circulation, and reducing fluid retention and muscle cramps. Learn 6 Pilates exercises for pregnancy as well as special precautions.

Back Pain

Why Does My Back Hurt When I Breathe? (8 Common Causes)

Back pain with breathing is usually a sign of a lung problem, which can emerge with a mild condition like a cold or flu, or a more severe problem, like pneumonia. However, it can also occur with muscle strains or even cardiac issues. Learn about what causes your back to hurt when breathing and what to do to relieve it.

Healthy Pregnancy

5 Exercises to Avoid during Pregnancy

Exercises to avoid during pregnancy include horseback riding, basketball, boxing, and scuba diving, as these activities can put you at risk for falling and hitting your belly, or cause difficulty breathing that could affect oxygenation of the fetus. Read about exercises to avoid and when to stop exercising.

Baby Health

Retinopathy of Prematurity: Symptoms, Causes & Treatment

Retinopathy of prematurity (ROP) is a condition affecting premature newborns and involves abnormal growth of blood vessels in the retina. There are usually no symptoms. It is more common in babies born before 30 weeks gestation or with a birthweight under 1500 grams. Read about causes, treatment options, and recovery.

Baby Health

How to Bathe a Newborn in 7 Steps

Some of the most important steps for how to bathe a newborn include maintaining a comfortable ambient temperature, using an appropriately-sized tub, choosing bath products made especially for babies, and avoiding bathing the baby too soon after eating. Read about how to prepare a bath and steps for bathing a newborn.

Diseases and Conditions

Concussion: Symptoms, When to See a Doctor & Treatment

A concussion is an injury that affects the brain and can occur after head trauma, like a car accident. It can also occur with mild blows to the head, and can cause a headache, temporary memory loss and dizziness. Learn more about the symptoms of a concussion, how it should be treated and when to see a doctor.

Diseases and Conditions

Heavy Metal Poisoning (Lead, Arsenic, Mercury & More)

Heavy metal poisoning from lead, arsenic or mercury can lead to symptoms when ingested or through direct contact. Check out the symptoms of heavy metal poisoning, where these metals are found and how to avoid them.

Newborns

Cradle Cap: Symptoms, Causes & Treatment

Cradle cap is a benign skin condition in babies, also known as infant seborrheic dermatitis. Symptoms include scaly yellow plaques or crusts on the baby's scalp. The diagnosis does not require any special tests. Treatment options include applying an emollient. Read about possible causes and how to remove the plaques.

Diseases and Conditions

Congenital Adrenal Hyperplasia: Symptoms, Causes & Treatment

Congenital adrenal hyperplasia (CAH) is a genetic disorder affecting the adrenal glands, with symptoms like vomiting, difficulty gaining weight, and precocious (early) puberty. Diagnosis involves a newborn screening test followed by confirmatory testing. Learn about the different types of CAH, causes, and treatment.

Medications

Montelukast: Indications, Dosing & Side Effects

Montelukast is a medication used for the prevention and treatment of asthma and allergic rhinitis. Montelukast comes in film coated tablets, chewable tablets, and oral granules. Common side effects include abdominal pain, diarrhea, and headache. Read about dosing instructions and contraindications.

Medications

Betamethasone: Indications, Dosing & Side Effects

Betamethasone is a corticosteroid with potent anti-inflammatory, antiallergic, and antirheumatic effects used in the treatment of a variety of health conditions including dermatitis, rheumatoid arthritis, sciatica, asthma, and lupus. Learn more about dosing instructions, side effects, and contraindications.

Medications

Isotretinoin: Indications, Dosing & Side Effects

Isotretinoin is a medication indicated for the treatment of severe acne. It acts to reduce the size and activity of the sebaceous glands, helping to improve the health and appearance of the skin. Side effects include dry skin, nasal congestion, and joint pain. Read about dosing, care instructions, and contraindications.

Medicinal Plants

Chamomile: Health Benefits & How to Prepare

Chamomile is a medicinal plant commonly used in herbal preparations to treat anxiety, insomnia, indigestion, and menstrual cramps. It can also be used to help promote wound healing due to its healing properties. It can be used to make a tea or added to a sitz bath. Read about side effects and contraindications.

Medicinal Plants

Juniper Berry: 12 Health Benefits & How to Use

Juniper berry is the berry-like seed cone of the common juniper and is rich in oils like myrcene and eucalyptol, as well as flavonoids and vitamin C. It is used in the treatment of various health conditions, including stomach issues and skin problems. Read about health benefits, side effects, and different preparations.