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Emergency Treatment of Asthma
According to the American Academy of Allergy Asthma & Immunology, approximately 300 million people worldwide have asthma, a serious condition that can restrict breathing. While some individuals may suffer from mild asthma attacks, others experience life-threatening episodes. Quick emergency treatment is essential for individuals experiencing sudden and severe asthma attacks.
When to Call a Doctor If My Child Is Wheezing
Children often experience respiratory disorders that cause coughing. Some conditions are characterized by labored breathing or wheezing. Several disorders can cause wheezing and various accompanying symptoms. While home treatments may help with mild coughing and wheezing, serious symptoms require the attention of your child’s pediatrician.
The Truth About Dog and Cat Mouths
There is a strangely widespread and common myth about pet mouths that needs debunking, for your own good. Dog and cat mouths are NOT sterile. Of course not! I had a patient from around here last weekend, an adorable, fluffy, cute, clean Norfolk terrier pup who had been vomiting all night. He was young and…
Signs and Symptoms of Ectopic Pregnancy
Ectopic pregnancy occurs when a fertilized egg implants in a location other than inside the uterus, usually inside a fallopian tube. Also known as a tubal pregnancy, an ectopic pregnancy is non-viable and can be life threatening to the mother. Unfortunately, many of the same symptoms are present in a viable pregnancy, making an ectopic pregnancy difficult to diagnose. Some symptoms of a tubal pregnancy, however, can help ensure you receive the earliest possible treatment.
Why Aren’t More American Dads Taking Paternity Leave?
In the United States, only 1 in 100 dads take more than four weeks off from work following a baby’s birth.For comparison, about 50% of employed new mothers take the same time off