The body temperature of a woman will rise and fall a tiny bit each day. On the day immediately following ovulation, her temperature will usually rise several tenths of a degree. By taking her temperature every day, in a few months she can begin to predict when this temperature rise will take place, and thus find the date of ovulation. A basal thermometer is a special kind of thermometer that measures the body temperature to the tenth of a degree....more
Sometimes a woman's temperature does not rise with ovulation, or there are other difficulties with using the basal temperature method of predicting ovulation. If you find yourself in this condition, there are a variety of products available from the drug store which can help you predict "O-day," but they can be a costly alternative.What's included in an ovulation prediction kit, and how does it work? Actually there are several types of ovulation...more
You are in the final year of your residency or fellowship. The anticipation of finishing and moving on to a "real" job (like working 80 hour weeks isn't a real job...) is mounting. You've gotten through med school, internship and years of residency; so how tough can it be to find the perfect job?A surprising number of all doctors don't stay at their first job. Most have no idea what to look for as they cruise the job market. Here are 10 tips:1) Find out what they want. When you speak to them, ask what type of skills, interests and procedures they want their ideal candidate to have. If they want a pediatrician with genetic counseling background and you don't have it and don't like it, don't try to fake it.2) Be honest about your needs. There are 3 things to look for in a medical job - location, practice style, money. You'll probably only optimize 2 of the 3. Sit down and figure out what you need and want.3) Be honest about your skills. When you apply and interview, make sure you are absolutely clear about what you can do, and what you want to do. If you are a general surgeon and absolutely hate trauma, really consider whether it is worth taking that job at a trauma center just to be...more
Before you take that next bite of food, I have an important question to ask: "Are you getting enough enzymes?"Tough question, I know. So let me help you out. Do you ever feel tired and sluggish after eating a big meal? Ever have a stomach ache? Indigestion? Constipation? If so, then you're probably not getting a sufficient amount of enzymes.But an...more
For some time now there has been an ongoing debate about the merits, or otherwise, of drinking Green Tea. Chinese and Japanese cultures have put great faith in the healing, protective and life-lengthening powers of the various versions of Green Tea, and many recent western scientific studies have come to the same conclusions about the health giving...more
This is due to the way children develop and mature. Health professionals and parents may not recognize that a baby's movements are irregular until they become more pronounced as a child grows. These babies and young children may retain newborn reflexes and fail to reach age-appropriate developmental milestones. Parents and caregivers usually are the first to notice that a baby has developmental delays that may be early signs of CP.When CP is severe, signs are often noticed at birth or shortly thereafter. However, some early signs of severe CP vary according to the specific type present.Common signs of severe CP that may be noticed shortly after birth include:* Problems sucking and swallowing.* A weak or shrill cry.* Unusual positions. Often the body is either very relaxed and floppy or very stiff. When held, babies may arch their backs and extend their arms and legs. These postures are different from and more extreme than those that sometimes occur in babies with colic.Some problems related to CP become more evident over time or develop as a child grows. These may include:* Smaller muscles in affected arms or legs. Nervous system problems prevent movement in affected arms and legs....more
Physical therapy usually begins shortly after the diagnosis is made. Specific exercises are used in physical therapy to prevent the weakening or deterioration of muscles from disuse (disuse atrophy) and to avoid muscle contracture (muscles fixed in...more
Physical therapy is one of the most important treatments for cerebral palsy (CP). It usually begins soon after diagnosis and often continues throughout life. Some people with CP may begin physical therapy before being diagnosed, depending on their...more
Almost everybody, no matter how confident they may seem, has a great fear of the unknown. Everybody has his own anxieties and combating fear is such a great challenge for everyone. For some, it may even be a source of entertainment as portrayed in...more
Step 1. Say Goodbye to Dieting - Forget all about dieting! The words diet and dieting are getting in your way! They are preventing you from tackling your weight problem. Every time you hear these words you switch off and reach for the cookies....more
Have you been a little lightheaded lately? If you happen to set your eyes on an object and you see it spinning, then your dizziness may lead to something serious. If your wooziness is coupled with a whirling sensation, chances are you may be...more
Aching bones, stiff shoulders, fatigue and difficulty sleeping may all be indications of fibromyalgia. There is no known cure, so it is important to find as much relief from fibromyalgia as possible.Many sufferers have found relief from fibromyalgia...more