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Lower Abdominal Pain in Kids
Lower abdominal pain is a common complaint among children, according to the “American Family Physician” journal. Diagnosing the cause of the pain, however, can be tricky. Many issues can cause lower abdominal pain in kids, from food-related problems to external issues, such as a rash. In the majority of cases, the cause is not serious.
Pregnancy Stretches for Back Pain
Dr. Harry Lockstadt of Bluegrass Orthopaedics in Lexington, Ky., reports that 80 percent of pregnant patients experience some degree of localized back pain. Back pain encompasses a wide range of symptoms, the specific causes of which are not always clear. During pregnancy, however, pain is usually a result of increased weight gain and poor posture. Hormonal fluctuations can also loosen the ligaments of the lower back. Gentle stretching helps to alleviate the pain.
Finding Farewells, New Beginnings, and Potential for Teens This Fall
Did you hear about the October Theory Challenge for teens on TikTok this fall? The challenge is similar to setting New Year’s resolutions — it encouraged social media users to make big life changes and dive deep into self-reflection. The idea was for teens to reset goals and create new momentum before the year’s end.…
Signs and Symptoms of Diabetes in Infants
Diabetes can affect individuals of any age, including infants and children. Knowing that your baby has diabetes can be really frightening. But by learning how to perform glucose testing and give insulin, you can help your child to grow up healthy. The first thing you need to do, though, is to keep your own stress level down. Your baby can sense if you feel anxious, so it is up to you to be as brave as your little one.
Foot Cramps in Children
While some of your child’s aches and pains have a clear and obvious cause, because children are often active and injury prone, others may not be as easy to discern. Your child may experience cramping in his feet for a variety of reasons. Determining the cause of his cramps can help you treat his condition and ease his discomfort.