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Dental Issues for Teenagers with Autism
Dental Issues for Teenagers with Autism A follow up for taking your child with autism to the dentist and getting braces for your child. What did my child need? For years, we took our child to our regular dentist. To be honest, I didn’t love the dental office. However, they have one dental hygienist that…
How to Verify Information About Health Issues
Since I am somewhat new to ModernMom and have recently begun posting about health, I want to let you know where I get the information for my posts and for when I respond to questions and comments.
Irregular Breathing in Babies
Taking care of a baby is a big responsibility. Whether the baby is your child or someone else’s, any time a baby begins to breathe irregularly, it is a scary experience. Several situations cause babies to develop irregular breathing. Understanding what they are and how to handle them will give you confidence in how to handle it when it happens.
What Is an Irregular Period?
Women may experience irregular periods for a wide variety of reasons. The occasional missed period is usually nothing to worry about. In some cases, erratic menstrual cycles can have perfectly natural explanations. However, irregular periods can also be a sign of serious medical issues. Understanding the difference between what is normal and what may indicate a problem can bring valuable peace of mind and may lead to needed medical intervention if a problem exists.
About Irregular Pap Smears
Pap smears are essential in monitoring the health of the female reproductive system. Every woman over 21 or who is sexually active should have a pap smear test performed by a general practitioner or gynecolosist annually. Occasionally, the results of a pap smear test will come back abnormal or irregular. Although this doesn’t necessarily indicate a serious condition, it’s usually followed with additional tests and procedures to determine the reason.