Diaper dermatitis (DD), an acute inflammatory reaction of skin in the perineal area, is an extremely common pediatric condition. Neonates, specifically premature neonates, are at increased risk, as well as patients between 9 and 12 months of age. Baby's soft skin when left in contact with urine and feces causes the moisture to become trapped against the skin causing increased … [Read more...]
Ovarian Hyperstimulation Syndrome (OHSS): A Downside Of Using Fertility Drugs
Excessive stimulation of the ovaries is called ovarian hyperstimulation caused primarily due to reaction to fertility drugs taken by the patient. About one in three women having IVF develop mild OHSS. Most cases of OHSS are mild, but severe cases can be dangerous due to the risk of serious complications. OHSS can affect you whether you are taking fertility drugs for IVF, … [Read more...]
Treating High Cholesterol During Pregnancy
Recently, studies have shown that pregnant women who have high blood cholesterol are at risk of developing pre-eclampsia, a life-threatening condition where the pregnant woman’s blood pressure becomes dangerously high that is directly correlated to pregnancy and high cholesterol. These cholesterol side effects if not brought under control can lead to seizures that will endanger … [Read more...]
Comprehensive Chromosome Screening (CCS): A Promising Procedure
CCS involves the analysis of the total chromosome complement of a single cell or group of cells from each embryo. These tests that look into the essence of humanity, allowing scientist and physicians the opportunity and ability to alter the human genotype for better or worse. The common thread of life is DNA and DNA is the only major requirement for genetic screening. With … [Read more...]
Avoid Labor Induction: Risky For Mom & Baby
In the September/October issue of AWHONN's Journal of Obstetric, Gynecologic, & Neonatal Nursing (JOGNN), researchers have demonstrated that inducing labor without a medical reason increases the risks for complications for both mother and baby, and should not be done except when medically necessary, and especially not for convenience. Today doctors are likely to induce an … [Read more...]
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