WAX IN EAR
The ear wax also cleans the ear, and normally moves out of the ear spontaneously. Wax or cerumen is brownish oily material produced...
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JAUNDICE IN BABIES: IS THIS DANGEROUS?
Jaundice is yellowness of a baby’s eyes and or skin. It occurs because of the high level of bilirubin in the blood. Bilirubin is a p...
WHAT TO DO AFTER A DOG BITE
Irrespective of the breed, dog bites are dangerous especially if the dog was not provoked. Most victims of dog bites are children. B...
FAINTING (LOSS OF CONCIOUSNESS)
Fainting is a state where someone is unaware of the environment and is unresponsive despite being alive. Fainting is a state where s...
Intestinal Obstruction (Blocked Food Pipe)
What is a Blocked Food Pipe? A blocked food pipe is a condition that occurs when the food pipe is blocked leading to the stoppage of...
VOMITING IN CHILDREN: HOW YOU CAN HELP
It may occur alongside diarrhea, abdominal cramps, or fever. Vomiting (throwing-up) is a common complaint in children. It may occur...
HOW TO USE MALE CONDOM PROPERLY
Condoms are elastic materials made from latex. They are safe, effective, and affordable. The male condom is more readily available,...
EXCESSIVE VOMITING IN PREGNANCY
It can however be excessive and affect the daily activities of a pregnant woman. Called hyperemesis gravidarum. Vomiting is an expec...
DIAPER RASH IN BABIES (NAPPY RASH)
Nappy rash is common, often not dangerous, but can make your baby irritable (cry inconsolably). It is caused by irritation of the ba...
HOUSEHOLD FIRST AID KIT: WHAT DO YOU KEEP IN IT
First aid kits are handy and contain the basic items for addressing common accidents. The home is the site of many accidents; common...
Meningitis
The infection can enter the brain cover directly after a head injury. The infection may also reach the brain cover from an untreated...
WHAT CAUSES ORAL THRUSH IN BABIES
Presence of white patches on your baby’s tongue may be one of 2 things. Presence of white patches on your baby’s tongue may be one o...