Monthly Archives: February 2015
Iron Deficiency Anemia in Children
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Iron Deficiency Anemia in Children What is iron deficiency? • Iron is a very important nutrient required for the healthy growth of children • Healthy red blood cells require iron to form hemoglobin which carries ...
Autism
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What is Autism? • Autism is a neuro developmental disorder that is characterized by deficiency in social interaction , communication difficulties, cognitive abilities (ability to think and reason) and stereotypical r...
Swine flu and pregnancy
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Swine flu and pregnancy Swine flu is a highly contagious respiratory disease. Pregnant women are at a higher risk of complications from swine flu, especially during the first and second trimesters because of: • A ...
Dark under eye circle in Kids
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Dark under Eye Circle in Kids • Dark under eye circles are a common occurrence in adults but not unheard of in children • Common causes in adults like fatigue, decreased sleep and ageing do not apply to children ...
Itching during Pregnancy
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Itching during Pregnancy • Many women complain of having an itchy sensation during pregnancy • As the pregnancy progresses, with the expanding uterus the skin around the abdomen expands and tightens, making this are...
Foreign Body Aspiration
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Foreign Body Aspiration • Foreign body aspiration is not witnessed many a time and is also a common occurrence among children with the highest risk in the age group of 6months – 4years • If the obstruction is severe...
Swine Flu (H1N1)
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Swine Flu (H1N1) Swine flu is a highly contagious respiratory infection caused by one of the several swine influenza A viruses. How it is transmitted: •Inhalation or ingestion of droplets containing virus from pe...
Vaccination and Children
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Vaccination and Children Why Vaccinate? • Keeping your child up to date with immunizations plays a vital role in their well-being • Vaccinating your child provides immunity from many diseases which were once life...
Swollen Ankles during Pregnancy
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Swollen Ankles during Pregnancy • Most women experience some swelling in the ankles some point during their pregnancy • Swelling is caused by the pressure put by the baby on the veins in the legs and groin. This i...
Puberty in Girls
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Puberty in Girls What is puberty? • Puberty is a transition phase from childhood into adulthood where your child will encounter a lot of changes in her physical appearance and with her behavior and personality • ...
