Eating well is one of the best things you can do during pregnancy. Good nutrition helps you handle the extra demands on your body as your pregnancy progresses. The goal is to balance getting enough nutrients to support the growth of your fetus and maintaining a healthy weight. Malt drink is a non-alcoholic beverage obtained […]
What is a nursing diagnosis? A nursing diagnosis is a clinical judgment concerning human response to health conditions/life processes, or vulnerability for that response, by an individual, family, group, or community. A nursing diagnosis provides the basis for the selection of nursing interventions to achieve outcomes for which the nurse has accountability. Nursing diagnoses are […]
Discharges from the body can sometimes emit putrid odor that is a nasty mix of chemicals produced as the body decomposes, including sulfur dioxide and methane. The best way to describe it would be the rotting smell of death. The bigger the affected area, the more tissue to break down, the more intense the smell. […]
Nigeria with a population of over 200 million people is one of the countries with highest number of human resources for health in Africa, out of 49 low income countries identified by world bank parameters as having markedly low numbers of nurses and doctors, Nigeria is sixth in position and falls well below the critical […]
Circumcision is the removal of the foreskin from the human penis. In the most common procedure, the foreskin is opened, adhesions are removed, and the foreskin is separated from the glans. After that, a circumcision device may be placed, and then the foreskin is cut off. The relative simplicity of the surgical procedure itself belies the complexity of […]
What is fenugreek? Fenugreek is an herb long used in alternative medicine. It’s a common ingredient in Indian dishes and is often taken as a supplement. Known scientifically as Trigonella foenum-graecum, Fenugreek is a plant that stands around 2–3 feet (60–90 cm) tall. It has green leaves, small white flowers, and pods that contain […]
Colostrum (known colloquially as beestings, bisnings, or first milk) is the first form of milk produced by the mammary glands of mammals (including humans) immediately following the delivery of the newborn. Most species will begin to generate colostrum just prior to giving birth. Because it is a naturally produced substance, Colostrum is highly bio-available (i.e.: […]
Gum boils refers to various types of swelling or tissue overgrowth that occurs in the mouth. Gum boils may be fluid filled or made of solid fibrous gum tissue. Color may appear normal or the gum boil area can appear red and raw. These bumps that look like pimples can become serious when not […]
Losing weight can significantly reduce the risk of diseases associated with being overweight or obese. A crash diet or even post-pregnancy can cause you to lose a lot of weight quickly and result in loose skin and stretch marks. While these skin issues are certainly an eyesore, they are also known to erode self-esteem. So what […]
What is Female genital Mutilation? Female circumcision, also known as female genital mutilation (FGM) is defined as all procedures that involve partial or total removal of the external female genitalia. It also refers to all other procedures that result in injury to the female genital organs for non-medical reasons. The global prevalence of female […]
