Dr Virginia Apgar (1909-1974) devised the world-famous Apgar Score which is a quick way for doctors and midwives to evaluate the health of all newborn babies. The test is done to determine whether a ...

GPs are failing to spot the symptoms of a drug-resistant 'super-fungus' thought to be spreading throughout the UK, experts ...

Medically reviewed by Steffini Stalos, DO There are many reasons you can develop bumps on your tongue. Often, these growths ...

[1] It is imperative that health care providers diagnose mammary candida early to prevent complications of mild nipple candidiasis. Adequate treatment and support can prevent breastfeeding ...

In addition to the physical examination, it is recommended that the breastfeeding mother have an examination by a lactation specialist or a practitioner knowledgeable about breastfeeding to ...

Myrtle (Myrtus communis) is a shrub commonly found in Iran. The fruit, leaves, and branches are used in traditional Persian medicine. Myrtle contains chemicals that might help fight against fungus ...

We performed a retrospective analysis of all patients treated for proven or probable PCP pneumonia over a 4 year period from our unit, the largest HIV cohort in Europe; appropriate ethical approval ...

Swallows an unusual but harmless, non-solid substance Swallows a bad-looking, bad-smelling, or bad tasting food Swallows a non-food substance Ate food or drink that is spoiled or has set out at room ...

Vomiting and diarrhea occur together Vomiting is the forceful emptying (throwing up) of what is in the stomach It's normal for nausea (upset stomach) to come before each bout of vomiting Diarrhea ...