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  Cerebral palsy is caused by damage to the motor cortex of the brain before or shortly after birth. CP is characterized by an impairment of voluntary movement and can affect movement, posture, balance and coordination, muscle control and reflexes. Most people with cerebral palsy have mild to moderate limitations in physical functions. Some people with CP have difficulty speaking and others have intellectual disabilities.   Causes Of Cerebral Palsy Preterm Birth   Among children born prematurely, between 40% and 50% develop cerebral palsy. Most of these cases are believed to be due to issues that occur around the time of birth, often just after birth. Multiple-birth infants are also more likely than single-birth infants to have cerebral palsy.   Term Infants   Risks to a baby's life include birth defects, low birth weight, breathing meconium into the lungs at birth, a delivery requiring either the use of instruments or an emergency Caesarean sectio...

  Gastroesophageal reflux disease also known as chronic acid reflux, is a condition in which the acid-containing contents of the stomach persistently leak back up into the oesophagus. The lower oesophageal sphincter does not close properly when food arrives at the stomach. The acid backwash then flows back up through the oesophagus into throat and mouth, giving you a sour taste. It happens to nearly everyone at some point in life. Having GERD now and then is totally normal; however, if you having this issue more than twice a week over a period of several weeks and constantly take heartburn medications or antacids yet your symptoms keep returning, you may have developed GERD. Your GERD should be treated by your healthcare provider because it can lead to more serious problems without treatment.   CAUSES Of GERD Aging   As you get older, it’s common to have problems with digestion. This can cause GERD. Hiatal Hernia A hiatal hernia is when part of your stomach sl...

  Pica is a compulsive eating disorder in which people eat non-food items. Dirt, clay, and flaking paint are the most common items eaten. This is the main reason why children eat soil. Less common items include eating mud, glue, hair, cigarette ashes, and faces. The disorder is more common in children, affecting 10% to 30% of young children ages 1 to 6. It can also occur in children and adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities. On rare occasions, pregnant women crave strange, non-food items. For these women, pica often involves eating dirt and may be related to an iron and zinc deficiency. Reasons Behind PICA 1. Cultural Practices: - Some cultures believe that eating dirt can be healthy. These beliefs are rooted in earlier times when people used soil medicinally to soothe digestive problems. People in some cultures eat dirt to relieve ulcers, diarrhoea, or menstrual pain. 2. Unpleasant Situations During Childhood: - Children have a natural urge to explore their...

Pediatric Orthopedics is a speciality of orthopaedic surgery dealing with infants, children, and adolescents. They focus on the problems and diseases related to bones, joints, ligaments and muscles.   Pediatric orthopaedic surgeons treat a wide range of disorders in children, including growth irregularities, Scoliosis, fractured ribs, inflammation, and joint diseases. They also address mobility challenges, physical injury, spinal challenges and foot or ankle procedures.   The number of children requiring surgical intervention for genetic abnormalities has increased over the past decade. Paediatric Orthopaedics are uniquely qualified to address these needs because they have extensive experience in treating children with genetic disabilities and those injured through sports or other recreational activities.   Paediatric Orthopaedics diagnose and treat musculoskeletal problems that affect infants, children and adolescents from birth to 21 years old.   Time To Se...

  Hip replacement surgery is a procedure in which the hip joint is replaced by a prosthetic implant — usually made of metal and plastic. Hip replacement surgery can be done as a total replacement or a hemi replacement. A total hip replacement is more common than a hemi, but often there are times when only one side of the hip needs to be replaced. The goal of hip replacement surgery is to relieve pain and improve function. Hip pain can make tasks such as walking difficult and can affect your quality of life. Hip replacement may be an option for people with severe joint damage from arthritis or other conditions that cause hip pain and disability. People who have had previous injuries to their hip joint may also benefit from hip replacement surgery. During hip replacement surgery, your surgeon removes damaged portions of your upper thighbone and lower thighbone. The damaged areas are replaced with artificial joints made of metal alloys, ceramic or very hard plastic. These compon...

  A lot of people have been looking for the way to treat their chronic or acute pains. People with cancer, joint replacement surgery and nerve blocks can experience different kinds of pain and would not like to take any kind of medication. Non-surgical pain management is a great way which has become an option for most of these people to quit taking medicines which are usually given by a doctor.   Benefits   1.If a patient wants to delay his planned surgery due to some specific reason can take help of non surgical treatments.   2.The cost of this procedure is very reasonable as compare surgery.   3.Minimally invasive treatment   4.No side effects   5.No major operation required     Types of Non Surgical Treatment   Platelet-Rich Plasma Therapy (PRP)   In platelet-rich plasma therapy, your doctor will take a small amount of blood from you and then put it in a centrifuge. The centrifuge separates the platelets...

Pregnancy is a time of great joy and excitement. But it also comes with a lot of unknowns, especially for first-time moms. There are many decisions to make during pregnancy: when to tell people, how to decorate the nursery, and how to tell your employer that you can no longer work full time. These decisions can be overwhelming, especially when they're happening while you're already juggling so many other things. That's why it's important that you take the time to learn about what to expect when visiting an obstetrics doctor before your first appointment. Here are five things every pregnant woman should know before visiting an obstetrics doctor : Know Your Doctor's Background If you're considering a new doctor, ask if they have experience with pregnancies similar to yours. If they don't have a lot of experience with your condition, ask if they can refer you to someone who does. Ask your doctor about any concerns you have about your pregnancy or ne...