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Cytomegalovirus in pregnancy: Risks and prevention
By Maria Muennich on 13/06/2008 13:19:46
What is Cytomegalovirus, what danger can it pose to my unborn baby and is it something I should worry about?
Cytomegalovirus, or CMV is a virus belonging to the herpes family which is harmless to most people, but which can be passed on to a fetus in the womb by an infected mother and in some cases cause developmental problems for the baby. The virus
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What is croup?
By Laura Lee Davies on 01/11/2010 01:46:58
Coughing and breathing difficulties are always a worry in babies and children, but a croup cough sounds even worse. What is croup, and what should you do if your child gets it?
at home.What is croup?Croup is caused by an imflammation of the vocal chords, a lining of mucus in the windpipe, and consequently, restricted breathing which makes the patient seem short of breath. It is usually caused by a viral infection passed
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What if I get sick? Part II
By ThinkBaby on 07/04/2006 07:59:58
Non-pregnancy related illnesses that merit a visit to your doctor if picked up in pregnancy
are safe for use in pregnancy (you can check with your midwife, doctor or the pharmacist). There are times, however, when it is important that you do call your doctor and seek prompt medical attention, such as the following.Bad chest infections As we
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Conception and your gynaelogical history
By ThinkBaby on 06/08/2007 01:01:06
How your gynae history may affect your fertility and pregnancy, and when you should have no cause for concern
for women trying to conceive or newly pregnant.Ovarian cystsPolycystic Ovarian Syndrome (PCOS)Removal of one ovaryEndometriosisFibroidsPrevious miscarriagePrevious abortionGenital wartsVaginal infections: Thrush | Pelvic Inflammatory Disease (PID
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Diarrhoea in toddlers
By Maria Muennich on 16/11/2007 13:28:24
When is a loose stool more than a loose stool, and what should be done to treat diarrhoea?
the bathroom yourself.What causes diarrhoea?There are several different causes of diarrhoea. GastroenteritisViral infection is a common cause of diarrhoea. There are many different viruses which inflame the lining of the stomach and gut and may cause vomiting
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What is Eroded Cervix ?
By ThinkBaby on 09/11/2007 14:04:58
It sounds awful, but eroded cervix is actually quite common among pregnant women and in most cases has no bearing on your pregnancy at all
diseases (STIs) such as herpes, chlamydia, gonorrhea and vaginal infections such as bacterial vaginosis. The three groups of women most likely to suffer from eroded cervix are:Pregnant womenWomen on the contraceptive pillYoung womenWill eroded cervix
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Don’t ignore a sore throat in pregnancy, warns report
By Kimberley Smith on 01/03/2011 13:23:22
Mums-to-be are advised to visit their doctor with any sore throats after rise in serious Strep A cases
Mums-to-be have been advised to get any soreness in their throat checked out by a doctor after a rise in serious cases of throat infections.A report by The Centre for Maternal and Child Enquiries (CMACE) has revealed a rise in cases of a usually
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Research links antibiotics and asthma
By Laura Lee Davies on 14/03/2006 10:09:12
Canadian researchers claim antibiotics given in the first year can increase the risk of asthma.
issued as they once were, but are still an important part of successfully treating ear infections and chest infections (not viruses). The research, led by principal investigator Dr Fawziah Marra, examined previous data on over 20,000 children as well
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Children and tetanus
By Laura Lee Davies on 11/10/2006 01:46:43
Why is important to get small children immunised against tetanus?
treating cuts with antiseptic lotions after an accident.What is tetanus?Tetanus is an infection (also known as lockjaw), where bacteria found in some forms of dirt and in animal waste, attacks the spinal cord. It releases a toxin that causes severe muscle
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Pregnancy and fifth disease
By Laura Lee Davies on 24/01/2007 01:04:09
Fifth disease – commonly called 'slapped cheek' – is a rash usually contracted by children. For most, it is not a major illness, but it can be dangerous for pregnant women.
, or picking up their discarded tissues – all these cause the infection to spread quite easily.If a child gets it, another child in the home has about a 50 per cent chance of also contracting the disease.As with many illnesses, it is very rare to get fifth
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