Women's Health

Placental abruption (abruptio placentae)
Diseases 26 Sep 2009

Placental abruption (abruptio placentae)

Placental abruption is a complication of pregnancy in which the placenta separates from the inner wall of the uterus before delivery, causing bleeding.
Bonding With Your Baby During Pregnancy
Children's health 18 Sep 2009

Bonding With Your Baby During Pregnancy

Bonding with a baby during pregnancy refers to a process through which a pregnant woman experiences feelings and emotions for her foetus, interacts with her…
Post-herpetic neuralgia (PHN; pain after shingles)
Chronic Pain 14 Sep 2009

Post-herpetic neuralgia (PHN; pain after shingles)

Post-herpetic neuralgia (PHN) or enduring pain after shingles is a complication of herpes zoster (shingles) that mainly effects the elderly.
Vaginal Delivery
Children's health 13 Sep 2009

Vaginal Delivery

Vaginal birth is the delivery of a baby from the uterus (womb), out through the vagina.
Dry Mouth (Xerostomia)
Cancer 28 Aug 2009

Dry Mouth (Xerostomia)

Xerostomia (dry mouth) is the subjective feeling of oral dryness, which may or may not be associated with a problem with the salivary glands. It…
Dental hygiene (proper brushing and flossing techniques)
Cancer 28 Aug 2009

Dental hygiene (proper brushing and flossing techniques)

Developing good dental hygiene is extremely important in fighting against dental problems such as dental caries, gum disease and halitosis, which are mostly the result…
Pit and Fissure Sealants
Children's health 26 Aug 2009

Pit and Fissure Sealants

A fissure sealant is a material that essentially covers the grooves of teeth. Protecting deep grooves reduces the chance of tooth decay on the top…
Breastfeeding as a Contraceptive Method (Lactational Amenorrhoea Method)
Children's health 25 Aug 2009

Breastfeeding as a Contraceptive Method (Lactational Amenorrhoea Method)

Lactational amenorrhoea is a method of contraception based on the natural phase of infertility that occurs with breastfeeding shortly after birth which is due to low…
Pregnancy: Vaginal Bleeding
Blood 20 Aug 2009

Pregnancy: Vaginal Bleeding

Vaginal bleeding can occur early in the pregnancy (spotting) or late (antepartum haemorrhage) and should be investigated by a medical professional.