Hyperthyroidism in Pregnancy Hyperthyroidism in pregnancy is usually caused either by Graves’ disease or Hyperemesis Gravidarum. Graves’ Disease This is an autoimmune disorder. Here the body build up antibodies against specific cells of its own tissues. An antibody called Thyroid-Stimulating Immunoglobulin (TSI) is produced. This mimics TSH and causes the thyroid to make too much […]
Hypothyroidism in Pregnancy Hypothyroidism in pregnancy is usually caused by Hashimoto’s disease. This is a condition of chronic inflammation of the thyroid gland. Like Graves’ disease, Hashimoto’s disease is an autoimmune disorder. Here the immune system attacks the thyroid causing inflammation and interfering with its ability to produce thyroid hormones. Effects of Hypothyroidism on Mother […]
Pregnancy After Missed Abortion Q: Hi, I am a mother of 5 year old and was pregnant recently again that was 11 weeks through. Then there was a light brown discharge which was confirmed to be a missed abortion on ultrasound today. I was told that the fetus did not grow after 6th week. It […]
Knee Injuries in Sports and Running Q: I am a 14 year old female. I have had this problem for years, but it is becoming more frequent. When I use a kicking motion while I swim, it begins to pop and causes extreme discomfort, but not pain. I play basketball a lot, which could contribute […]
Types of Cough and Their Differences The cough reflex is one of the body’s best defense mechanisms. Irritation or obstruction in the airways activates this reflex, and the strong rush of air helps clear material from the breathing passages. Types of Cough Productive: A cough is more helpful if it is producing and expelling something, […]
Common Causes of Cough Some of the frequently seen reasons for Cough include– Smoking (smoke destroys the cells in the lining of the breathing tubes so that mucus cannot be expelled normally. This leads to chronic cough.) Common cold, influenza, and other viral infections (with yellow or white mucus) are the most common causes. Drugs– […]
Adult Onset Still’s Disease and Breast Feeding Q: How can I control my Still’s Disease flares up symptoms, while breastfeeding my 3 1/2 weeks old daughter? Symptoms include joint pain in hips, hands, wrists, knees, ankles, elbows, back, and shoulders. These are accompanied by mild fevers with temperature of 99.8 F and fatigue. I get […]
Case of Hand, Foot and Mouth Disease Q: I’m a 34 year old female who has been in contact with a baby who has hand, foot and mouth disease. Now I have mouth sores on the inside of my cheeks. My concern is the severe headache that I haven’t been able to get rid of […]
HFMD – Symptoms, Spread and Management This is a contagious viral illness that commonly affects infants and children. It occurs most often in the spring to fall. Symptoms of Hand, Foot and Mouth Disease Fever Headache Vomiting Fatigue Malaise Ear pain Sore throat Painful oral lesions Body rash, followed by sores with blisters on palms […]
Throat Cyst – Causes and Symptoms It is common to get a cystic swelling in the throat. It may be symptomatic or accidentally found on routine examination. What Is a Cyst? A lump that has an outer covering, which contains some fluid, may be called a cyst. Cysts can be of different types, depending upon […]
