- 21. Drug Abuse and What it Does to Our Teeth
- (Dental Shanghai)
- ... causes tooth decay. You don’t have to be a Meth addict to have rotten teeth. Those who use or abuse over-the-counter drugs such as aspirin, asthma meds or syrups can see effects such as tooth enamel damage, ...
- 22. Back to School Health Tips
- (Shanghai Health)
- ... plan to try out any extracurricular activities. It is also a good time to find out if your child suffers from asthma, food allergy or any other chronic disease. What you should ask your Pediatrician ...
- 23. East Meets West - Is TCM good for your kid?
- (Shanghai Health)
- ... respiratory problems (e.g. colds, coughs, allergies, and asthma), sleeping problems, cough, running nose, and fever all respond well to TCM. 3. As a medicine that is often used to prevent sickness rather ...
- 24. Common cold
- (Cold, Flu & Cough)
- ... a common cold. Children who are too young to verbalize their distress may simply cry or sleep restlessly. Ear pulling is not a reliable sign. Wheezing. A cold can trigger wheezing in children with asthma. ...
- 25. COPD
- (COPD)
- Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) refers to a group of lung diseases that block airflow as you exhale and make it increasingly difficult for you to breathe. Emphysema and chronic asthmatic ...
- 26. Dry skin
- (Dry skin)
- ... if anything, makes it better? What, if anything, makes it worse? What medications are you taking? Do you have asthma or hay fever, or do these conditions run in your family? What is your typical ...
- 27. Oral thrush
- (Oral thrush)
- ... such as those used to treat asthma. Write down questions to ask your doctor. Preparing a list of questions can help you make the most of your appointment. For oral thrush, some basic questions ...
- 28. Anabolic Steroids
- (Substance Abuse)
- ... with corticosteroids, a family of synthetic hormonal drugs frequently prescribed to treat asthma and other common conditions. Other Performance-Enhancing Drugs The ban on anabolic steroids has also ...
- 29. Fitness and Children with Chronic Illnesses
- (Fitness)
- ... as possible. Most chronic health problems actually require few, if any, restrictions. Children with asthma, for example, can usually participate in sports, although they may have to follow carefully ...
- 30. Childhood obesity
- (Childhood obesity)
- ... a poor diet. These factors can contribute to the buildup of plaques in the arteries. These plaques can cause arteries to narrow and harden, which can lead to a heart attack or stroke later in life. Asthma ...
- 31. Preemie Milestones
- (Preemie)
- ... some of them may face ongoing physical problems (for example, asthma or cerebral palsy). They may also face developmental challenges (for example, difficulties paying attention or lack of motor control). ...
- 32. Common Reasons for Rehospitalization
- (Preemie)
- ... for reactive airway disease (similar to asthma). The common cold, which is an upper respiratory infection, may cause your baby significant respiratory distress. Infections of the lower respiratory tract, ...
- 33. Probiotics In Formulas
- (Feeding & Nutrition)
- ... Other possible health benefits are being studied as well, including whether probiotics can lower your child’s risk of food-related allergies and asthma, prevent urinary tract infections, or improve the ...
- 34. Vitamins for Breastfed Babies
- (Breastfeeding)
- ... allergic diseases such as eczema, food allergy, or asthma. In rare cases, such as certain metabolic diseases, a baby may not be able to tolerate human milk and will need a special formula. A physical abnormality ...
- 35. Infant Allergies and Food Sensitivities
- (Breastfeeding)
- ... can help prevent your child from developing allergies or asthma. The exception to that might be eczema: some studies suggest that avoiding certain foods may reduce your baby’s risk for developing eczema. ...
- 36. Should I Breastfeed or Bottlefeed?
- (Decisions to Make)
- ... likely to develop asthma and diabetes, or become overweight, than those who are bottle-fed. Mothers who nurse their babies feel there are many emotional rewards. Once the milk supply is established and ...
- 37. Where We Stand: Smoking During Pregnancy
- (Prenatal)
- ... respiratory infections, bronchitis, pneumonia, poor lung function, and asthma than children who aren’t exposed. Smoke exposure is most dangerous for younger children because they spend more time in close ...
- 38. Motion sickness: First aid
- (First Aid Manual)
- ... before using the medication if you have health problems such as asthma, glaucoma or urine retention. Eat dry crackers or drink a carbonated beverage to help settle your stomach if you become ill. ...
- 39. Atopic dermatitis (eczema)
- (Atopic dermatitis (eczema))
- Atopic dermatitis (eczema) is an itchy inflammation of your skin. It's a long-lasting (chronic) condition that may be accompanied by asthma or hay fever. Eczema may affect any area of your skin, but ...
- 40. Atelectasis
- (Atelectasis)
- ... the lung, severe asthma and chest injuries. The amount of lung tissue involved in atelectasis is variable, depending on the cause. Signs and symptoms of atelectasis also vary. Atelectasis can be serious ...