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  • Jaundice in newborns

    Jaundice in newborn is a clinical appearance of yellowish discoloration first seen on face,tip of nose and nasolabial face of newborns which indicates of increased bilirubin levels in blood more than 5 mg/dl. It is also been detected by applying digital pressure on skin under sunlight. It is found that almost 60% of newborns and…

  • Self care during pregnancy

    1) Sleep and rest a) Take at least 8-10 hours of sleep. b) Avoid strenuous activity especially in the 1st trimester i.e first 4 weeks of pregnancy. c) Maintain side lying position at late pregnancy period. 2)Bowel habits a)Drink plenty of fluids and water to prevent constipation. b)Add vegetables and salads as a source of…

  • Episiotomy and how to care

    Episiotomy is a surgical incision on the perineum at posterior wall of vagina during second stage of labour. Aim How to care for episiotomy Care of Sutures Most of the sutures are absorbable but if they are non absorbable are used the doctor may cut on 6th day post delivery. Report to doctor immediately if

  • Know your diabetes better

    Worldwide ‘diabetes’ is a great health concern for all age groups now.As it not only affects elderly population but even the new born pose a risk of diabetes. It is a metabolic disorder which decreases ability of tissues to utilise carbohydrates completely or partially leading to changes in fat, protein, water and electrolyte metabolism. The…

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