Your baby's pediatrician will begin asking you about the number of words your baby says when he or she reaches the age of 9 or 12 months old, and the doctor will continue asking this question at the next few appointments. This is done to make sure your child's speech is developing at a proper pace. However, many children have delayed developments with their speech. If your child is not meeting the milestones your doctor discusses with you, there are several things you should know.
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Infantile eczema is a very common skin rash and has been found to be linked to asthma as children grow older. This is known as the atopic march in the medical field. Fortunately, parents may be able to slow or halt the progression of the atopic march. Here's what you need to know.
Skin damaged by infantile eczema produces TSLP
Thymic stromal lymphopoietin (TSLP) is a substance that researchers have found is produced and released in the body when the infantile eczema of the inflicted child causes damage to their skin.
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Your doctor orders an MRI. You already know it's a safe type of imagining scan that allows the medical pros to see inside of your body using the power of magnets – instead of radiation. But, what else are these scanning machines used for? Along with patients, participants (that is, research participants) are getting into magnetic resonance imagining machines. Why? In the name of science! Check out these not-so-everyday uses for MRIs that might surprise you.
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If you are experiencing any type of pain in your back area during pregnancy, going to the chiropractor can help you out a great deal. This article will discuss 3 specific reasons to visit a chiropractor while you are pregnant.
You Will Receive Specialized Care During Your Pregnancy
If you are worried about visiting a chiropractor for back pain during your pregnancy, you shouldn't be. Each chiropractor has been trained and certified to treat pregnant women as part of their schooling.
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You were in a minor car accident a few days ago and now you can barely move your neck. You have intense headaches and pain in your shoulders. These are the symptoms of a typical whiplash injury. Your local chiropractor can work with your spine to relieve the pain and speed along the healing. Here is what caused the delayed symptoms and how your chiropractor can help.
Whiplash and Delayed Pain
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