Today, I committed what I consider to be one of the cardinal sins of parenting. I sent my 5 year old son to school sick. I did not do it intentionally, or with malice, or forethought, but I did it, nonetheless, and some day I just might forgive myself. My son has Asperger's syndrome, and he is the anxious sort. Since he is just 4 weeks into his Kindergarten year, we still have mornings when he claims to have a stomach ache to avoid going to school. This was one of those mornings, or so I thought. He seemed fine otherwise, and since he is never hungry in the morning, nothing was off there, either. So I trundled him off to school, despite the tears.
How does otitis media occur? The middle ear, which is the space behind the eardrum, is normally filled with air. A tube normally connects the middle ear to the throat. This tube is called auditory tube or the Eustachian tube (Eustachian was a chap who discovered the tube hundreds of years ago). The function of the tube is to normalize or equalize the pressure between the middle ear and the atmosphere. When blocked, pressure in the middle ear decreases, causing mucus (or fluid) to fill up the space. The mucus may then become contaminated by bacteria and viruses, thus allowing infection to occur.
Belly button rings have become a popular piercing among young women. If you are interested in getting one, you should learn about the process as well as the after care. It is incredibly important to take care of your piercing. If the area gets dirty or comes in contact with bacteria, you can get a painful infection. Signs of an infection include swelling, redness, hotness as well as a release of pus. If you find yourself with an infection, you can use rubbing alcohol to try to keep the area clean. You may need to remove the piercing. If it doesn't improve, you will need to contact a doctor to get antibiotics. Once you have antibiotics, things should clear up in a few days.
What about holding a sneeze? When you stop a sneeze, are you doing damage? Although suppressing a sneeze is unlikely to cause a stroke or a brain aneurysm, as some people believe, a sneeze is triggered for a specific purpose which is to remove an irritant from the nasal passages. When you suppress it, you remove the opportunity to eliminate the irritating substance which is not a good idea. Chances are the urge to sneeze will continue to plaque you if you don't allow it to occur when the opportunity exists.
Although adults can suffer from an can you get an ear infection from headphones, children are much more likely to have one because their immune systems are not fully developed. Combine this with the fact that the Eustachian tube is much shorter and straighter in a child than in an adult and problems arise which lead to inflammation of the middle ear. The Eustachian tube is usually closed in both adults and children, but opens regularly to replenish and/or ventilate air within the middle ear. This equalizes middle ear air pressure in response to changes in the environment.
The first common problem is an ear ear infections in adults. If your pets ear seems to have a discharge, any swelling, or if it seems painful to your pet when touched, it could mean there's a serious problem. Most infections are due to a build up of wax, but can also be an allergic reaction. The infection can be bacterial, as well as caused by yeast or ear mites. Each of these problems would be treated with antibiotics, anti-fungal pet medication, or anti-parasitic meds like Mita-Clear respectively.
Look into renting large items such as pack and plays or high chairs rather than taking them with you on a flight. Call Baby's Away at 800-571-0077 for more information.
Feeding your pet a raw food diet is not a silver bullet to solve all health problems. Make sure to do your homework and understand there are risks associated with a raw food diet. By understanding a few cautions, you know what to expect and can ward off potential problems before they become life threatening for your pet.
How does otitis media occur? The middle ear, which is the space behind the eardrum, is normally filled with air. A tube normally connects the middle ear to the throat. This tube is called auditory tube or the Eustachian tube (Eustachian was a chap who discovered the tube hundreds of years ago). The function of the tube is to normalize or equalize the pressure between the middle ear and the atmosphere. When blocked, pressure in the middle ear decreases, causing mucus (or fluid) to fill up the space. The mucus may then become contaminated by bacteria and viruses, thus allowing infection to occur.
Belly button rings have become a popular piercing among young women. If you are interested in getting one, you should learn about the process as well as the after care. It is incredibly important to take care of your piercing. If the area gets dirty or comes in contact with bacteria, you can get a painful infection. Signs of an infection include swelling, redness, hotness as well as a release of pus. If you find yourself with an infection, you can use rubbing alcohol to try to keep the area clean. You may need to remove the piercing. If it doesn't improve, you will need to contact a doctor to get antibiotics. Once you have antibiotics, things should clear up in a few days.
What about holding a sneeze? When you stop a sneeze, are you doing damage? Although suppressing a sneeze is unlikely to cause a stroke or a brain aneurysm, as some people believe, a sneeze is triggered for a specific purpose which is to remove an irritant from the nasal passages. When you suppress it, you remove the opportunity to eliminate the irritating substance which is not a good idea. Chances are the urge to sneeze will continue to plaque you if you don't allow it to occur when the opportunity exists.
Although adults can suffer from an can you get an ear infection from headphones, children are much more likely to have one because their immune systems are not fully developed. Combine this with the fact that the Eustachian tube is much shorter and straighter in a child than in an adult and problems arise which lead to inflammation of the middle ear. The Eustachian tube is usually closed in both adults and children, but opens regularly to replenish and/or ventilate air within the middle ear. This equalizes middle ear air pressure in response to changes in the environment.
The first common problem is an ear ear infections in adults. If your pets ear seems to have a discharge, any swelling, or if it seems painful to your pet when touched, it could mean there's a serious problem. Most infections are due to a build up of wax, but can also be an allergic reaction. The infection can be bacterial, as well as caused by yeast or ear mites. Each of these problems would be treated with antibiotics, anti-fungal pet medication, or anti-parasitic meds like Mita-Clear respectively.
Look into renting large items such as pack and plays or high chairs rather than taking them with you on a flight. Call Baby's Away at 800-571-0077 for more information.
Feeding your pet a raw food diet is not a silver bullet to solve all health problems. Make sure to do your homework and understand there are risks associated with a raw food diet. By understanding a few cautions, you know what to expect and can ward off potential problems before they become life threatening for your pet.