Major Diaper Rash & Pooping Often
In young children, a major diaper rash is often accompanied by an increased number of stools. Diarrhea causes more bowel movements; there are several reasons your child could be experiencing diarrhea.
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Can Adults Get Strep Throat From Children?
Strep throat is most common in children between the ages of 5 and 15, but anyone can develop a strep infection, and it's becoming increasingly common in adults. Strep throat is highly contagious and adults can get the illness from an infected child.
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Elbow Pain After Curling
Elbow pain after curling can be mild to severe, depending on the cause. Since curling requires repetitive motions of the elbow and force from weight resistance, possible causes for your pain are tennis elbow, strains or sprains. Consult with your doctor for a proper diagnosis.
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Chlorine & Eczema
Approximately 30 percent of the population suffers from eczema with 85 percent younger than age of 5, according to Eczema.net. Eczema, also known as atopic dermatitis, has no cure, but most sufferers grow out of the condition before reaching middle school.
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My 3-year-old Is Tired All the Time
Most toddlers sleep 10 to 13 hours a day, so it’s possible your toddler is not getting enough sleep if he skips naps or wakes up frequently at night. Mononucleosis, hypothyroidism and anemia are possible causes of your child’s consistent fatigue. Consult with your doctor if your toddler’s symptoms seem excessive.
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How to Get Rid of a Lower-Abdominal Pooch for Good
No magic pill or diet will erase belly fat; to eliminate your lower-abdominal pouch, you must make lifestyle changes. You must change your diet and activity level to lose excess fat and keep it off. The excess fat of your lower abdominals will return if you don’t follow these steps – and continue doing so.
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Water Retention & Smoking
Water retention, also known as edema, occurs when an excess amount of fluid is trapped in your body’s tissue. Smoking is not a direct cause of edema; however, medical conditions that cause fluid retention can be directly related to smoking.
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Rash, Fever, Diarrhea & Vomiting in Toddlers
A rash that’s accompanied by a fever, diarrhea and vomiting can make your toddler feel terrible and can be scary for you as a parent. If your toddler has a high fever that’s not going down or seems dehydrated, always consult with your doctor or seek help at your local emergency room.
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Knee Pain Associated With Weight Lifting
Knee pain can be frustrating for weight lifters since it can bring your workout routine to a stop. Due to the excess force you place on the knees during weight lifting, knee pain is a fairly common complaint.
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Pain in My Tooth When Walking or Running
Tooth pain while walking or running can be caused by several dental problems. Anytime you experience oral pain upon impact of your foot hitting the ground, make an appointment with your dentist. If no problem is found, a sinus infection is most likely the cause of the pain.
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Ribs Cracking and Stretching
If your ribs are cracking while stretching, pain is likely present as well. A rib fracture, costochondritis and sprain can all result in cracking if the rib cage is stretched. Consult your doctor for a proper diagnosis and treatment.
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What to Do for a 2-Year-Old With a Sprained Ankle
A sprained ankle is not a common injury for toddlers since a young child’s ligaments are stronger than bone. However, sprains still happen and can abruptly stop your toddler’s play date. A toddler’s sprained ankle is treated the exact same way as an adult sprain.
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Nausea & Stomach Cramps During the First Week of Being Pregnant
Doctors determine your due date by the first day of your missed menstrual cycle, so, though fertilization — the point at which you're technically pregnant — won't typically occur until two weeks into your cycle, you’re considered two weeks pregnant, for medical purposes, at the time fertilization occurs.
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Before & After on Back Mole Removal
Moles are very common and under most circumstances they are not a cause of concern. Some moles you're born with, and others you harmlessly acquire throughout life.
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Ankle Strain Injuries While Pregnant
Swelling of the ankles during pregnancy is a common occurrence, but if pain is present on one ankle and is most noticeable while standing or walking, this often indicates an injury from a strain or sprain. Strained ankles are not as common as sprained ankles, but these injuries have similar symptoms and treatments.
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Heart Palpitations in Running
Experiencing heart palpitations while running can be scary, especially if the feeling is new to you or continues for several minutes. Heart palpitations while running or resting are rarely dangerous, and the cause can often be diagnosed by considering your lifestyle choices.
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My Toddler Has Had a Persistent Cough & Runny Nose for Months
You always try keeping your toddler healthy, but illnesses are bound to happen — particularly if your toddler is in daycare. Chronic bronchitis or sinusitis are the likely culprits, so always consult your toddler's pediatrician if your toddler has a cough and runny nose that last more than a week or two.
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Chronic Cough at Night in a 3-year-old
Conditions that cause coughing are almost always worse at night. If your 3-year-old has been coughing at night for several weeks, this could indicate bronchitis, sinusitis or asthma. Consult with your doctor to treat your child’s condition and prevent damage to your child’s lungs.
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Dry Bitter Mouth in the Morning
A dry mouth and morning breath can both cause a bitter taste in the mouth. Your mouth is naturally dry in the morning, so the bitter taste and bad breath are associated with the dryness. Several solutions may help with these problems.
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When I Stretch My Foot There Is a Hurting and Burning Sensation
Stretching your foot should not cause discomfort, so if you experience pain or a burning sensation you may be experiencing plantar fasciitis, a heel spur or pain from an injury.
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