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How to Overcome Cow Milk Allergy in Children

Cow's milk is a drink that is rich in calcium and protein in it. However, there are some children who have cow's milk allergy. In order to keep the nutritional intake needed by children, it is important to find ways to overcome them. Cow's milk allergy is a condition in which the body's immune system responds excessively to the protein content in milk. Children who are allergic to cow's milk will usually show symptoms of itching, vomiting, wheezing or wheezing breath, also indigestion. If your baby is allergic to cow's milk Feel your child has a cow's milk allergy? It is advisable to immediately check with a doctor. In order to confirm the diagnosis, the doctor will conduct several tests, both blood tests, feces or skin allergy tests. The trick is to inject a small amount of milk protein under the surface of your child's skin. Don't panic if the results are positive. Here are some things you can do, if your child is allergic to cow's milk:...

Serumen Prop, When Dirt Closes The Ear Canal

Cerumen or ear wax is a form of natural body defense to protect the ear from foreign objects and infections. Serumen prop is a condition where the outer ear canal is blocked by a pile of cerumen or earwax. Do you know if ear wax or serumen is one form of our body's natural defenses? Serumen is responsible for cleaning, lubricating, and protecting our ear canal by slowing down the growth of bacteria and trapping dirt which can damage the structure of the ear deeper. In addition, serumen is also useful to protect our ears from dust, microorganisms, foreign particles, and irritation when you get water. Normal amount of serumen does not need to be cleaned frequently or removed from the ear. Under normal conditions, the presence of serumen will not cause interference or complaints. Therefore, routine serumen cleaning should not be done, except in certain groups such as the elderly, hearing aid users, or in people with a history of excessive serumen who are recommended to routinely c...

Learn Preparations and How to Maintain Health during the Hajj

You need to prepare your health since before leaving for the pilgrimage. Apart from vaccines, there are still many other things that must be considered. Then while in the holy land, you must maintain health. The purpose of preparing and maintaining health is to make the entire pilgrimage run smoothly. In addition, with excellent body condition, it is expected that you will be able to adapt to the weather in Saudi Arabia that is different from in Indonesia. Preparation Begins Before Departure Health preparations for the pilgrimage began long ago. About one month before departure, you can go to the Hajj organizer. Discuss with the doctor from the organizer about what medical history and health care are needed. Think back, do you have a health condition that requires special attention. If yes, measure yourself whether you are able to deal with conditions in the destination country. If you have a chronic illness, consult a doctor whether you can still travel to the holy land with su...

Signs of Normal Pregnancy in the First Trimester

Young mothers who have just had their first pregnancy may still be confused or tend not to know how to recognize, differentiate, and respond to any changes that occur in the body. What's next? After being proven positive for pregnancy, what signs of normal pregnancy should be considered? In addition to being late for your period, you may not feel other early pregnancy symptoms, such as nausea and cravings, although the levels of the chorionic gonadotropin (HCG) hormone have confirmed your pregnancy. The first thing to remember is that every normal pregnancy can be experienced differently in every woman, because her body condition is different. There are women who feel it is mediocre, but there are also women who feel the symptoms of pregnancy that interfere with daily activities in the early trimester of pregnancy. This is why it is recommended that you do a routine obstetric examination. This is so that the obstetrician can recognize if there is anything unusual about your pre...

Like This Handling Perineum Rupture Level 1-2

Perineal rupture or vaginal tears are common when labor is normal. These tears have different treatments at each level, including levels 1-2 perineal rupture. Perineum is an area of muscle and skin that lies between the vagina and anus. During labor, the fetus will be pushed from the uterus to the vagina. Perineal rupture is characterized by a perineum that is stretched and torn due to contact with the baby's head or limbs through the birth canal. Management of Perineum Rupture Level 1-2 Perineal rupture can be classified into degrees or grades 1-4. Grade 1 perineal rupture is a condition of the skin torn around the surface of the mouth of the vagina or perineal skin. This condition can cause slight pain or burning or burning sensation when urinating. Grade 1 perineal rupture generally does not require special treatment or only need a few stitches. Level 2 perineal rupture is a condition wherein the muscles of the perineum are torn. The perineal muscle is between the vagina ...