Articles related to "Heart Defects"
Heart Defects in Down Syndrome
Congenital heart defects are common in infants with Down syndrome. Some are amenable to watchful waiting; others require urgent intervention. Knowing the language helps.
heart defects down syndrome • congenital heart defects • heart anomaly • atrioventricular canal defect • tetralogy of fallot
Congenital heart defects are common in infants with Down syndrome. Some are amenable to watchful waiting; others require urgent intervention. Knowing the language helps.
heart defects down syndrome • congenital heart defects • heart anomaly • atrioventricular canal defect • tetralogy of fallot
Smoking and Heart Birth Defects
Mothers who smoke any time during the month before conception through the first trimester are at higher risk for having babies with serious cardiac birth defects.
birth defects • cardiac birth defects • heart defects • heart birth defects • pregnancy
Mothers who smoke any time during the month before conception through the first trimester are at higher risk for having babies with serious cardiac birth defects.
birth defects • cardiac birth defects • heart defects • heart birth defects • pregnancy
Knowledge is Power
This is what every new parent should know about CHD. Recognizing the ten warning signs of heart failure could save your child's life.
chd • congenital • heart • disease • symptoms
This is what every new parent should know about CHD. Recognizing the ten warning signs of heart failure could save your child's life.
chd • congenital • heart • disease • symptoms
Heart Disease in Infants
Congenital heart disease is the most common type of major birth defect. There are a number of structural cardiac abnormalities with which a baby can be born.
congenital heart disease • congenital heart defects • infant heart problems • patent ductus arteriosus • tetralogy of fallot
Congenital heart disease is the most common type of major birth defect. There are a number of structural cardiac abnormalities with which a baby can be born.
congenital heart disease • congenital heart defects • infant heart problems • patent ductus arteriosus • tetralogy of fallot
Antidepressants During Pregnancy
Research shows Zoloft, Paxil and Prozac can increase baby's risk of heart defects, preterm birth, trips to the NICU and lower Apgar scores.
antidepressants during pregnancy • depression medication • zoloft • paxil • prozac
Research shows Zoloft, Paxil and Prozac can increase baby's risk of heart defects, preterm birth, trips to the NICU and lower Apgar scores.
antidepressants during pregnancy • depression medication • zoloft • paxil • prozac
Atrial Septal Defects
The human heart has two upper and two lower chambers. When the wall that divides the upper pair of chambers has a hole oxygen rich and oxygen poor blood can mix.
what is a hole in the heart • how does the heart form • what do the chambers of the heart do • what are the atria of the heart • where does oxygenated blood flow
The human heart has two upper and two lower chambers. When the wall that divides the upper pair of chambers has a hole oxygen rich and oxygen poor blood can mix.
what is a hole in the heart • how does the heart form • what do the chambers of the heart do • what are the atria of the heart • where does oxygenated blood flow
When Baby Has Down Syndrome
One of the greatest fears for expectant parents is the possibility that their unborn child may be diagnosed with Down syndrome. Here is how one mom coped with the news.
when baby has down syndrome • coping prenatal ds diagnosis • prepare for baby down syndrome • accepting parenting challenges down syndrome • diagnosed down syndrome infant
One of the greatest fears for expectant parents is the possibility that their unborn child may be diagnosed with Down syndrome. Here is how one mom coped with the news.
when baby has down syndrome • coping prenatal ds diagnosis • prepare for baby down syndrome • accepting parenting challenges down syndrome • diagnosed down syndrome infant
"Health & Happiness"
I just wanted to take a moment to lightly examine some of the medical aspects associated with Down Syndrome. I didn't intend to cover the gammet of conditions, just a few and the essential ones that have affected us.
heart • health • happiness • joy • special
I just wanted to take a moment to lightly examine some of the medical aspects associated with Down Syndrome. I didn't intend to cover the gammet of conditions, just a few and the essential ones that have affected us.
heart • health • happiness • joy • special
Dental Care for Children with Down Syndrome
Children with Down Syndrome have a few differences in the way they develop teeth. It typically takes longer and does not follow the typical pattern.
tooth development • down syndrome • missing teeth • pediatric dentist • tooth decay
Children with Down Syndrome have a few differences in the way they develop teeth. It typically takes longer and does not follow the typical pattern.
tooth development • down syndrome • missing teeth • pediatric dentist • tooth decay
Heart Failure (Part 2)
The second part of last week's article, dealing this time with the causes and treatment of heart failure.
heart failure • fatigue • cardiac • congestive • breath
The second part of last week's article, dealing this time with the causes and treatment of heart failure.
heart failure • fatigue • cardiac • congestive • breath
Signs and Symptoms of Rubinstein-Taybi Syndrome
Rubinstein-Taybi Syndrome presents in approximately one in 300,000 births, and is accompanied by a range of physical and mental disabilities.
rubinstein-taybi syndrome and iq • rubinstein-taybi syndrome and mental disability • rubinstein-taybi syndrome and angulated thumbs • rubinstein-taybi syndrome and orthodontic work • rubinstein-taybi syndrome and speech therapy
Rubinstein-Taybi Syndrome presents in approximately one in 300,000 births, and is accompanied by a range of physical and mental disabilities.
rubinstein-taybi syndrome and iq • rubinstein-taybi syndrome and mental disability • rubinstein-taybi syndrome and angulated thumbs • rubinstein-taybi syndrome and orthodontic work • rubinstein-taybi syndrome and speech therapy
Using Strattera to Treat ADD
Strattera is a norepinephrine reuptake inhibitor used to treat children over the age of six, teenagers and adults with ADD. Its side effects have been widely debated.
strattera to treat add adhd • controversial strattera • strattera and suicide risk • strattera and suicidal thoughts • strattera and bipolar illness
Strattera is a norepinephrine reuptake inhibitor used to treat children over the age of six, teenagers and adults with ADD. Its side effects have been widely debated.
strattera to treat add adhd • controversial strattera • strattera and suicide risk • strattera and suicidal thoughts • strattera and bipolar illness
Velocardiofacial Syndrome (VCFS)
VCFS is a rare disorder that has been associated with over 30 different features.
velocardiofacial syndrome • shprintzen syndrome • digeorge syndrome • craniofacial syndrome • autosomal dominant disorder
VCFS is a rare disorder that has been associated with over 30 different features.
velocardiofacial syndrome • shprintzen syndrome • digeorge syndrome • craniofacial syndrome • autosomal dominant disorder
Why Do Pregnant Women Need Folate?
Folate has become a cornerstone of pregnancy nutrition, but the questions of why, when and how much are confusing. Read the facts about folate and vitamins in pregnancy.
folate pregnancy • vitmains pregnancy • folate neural tube • folate ntd • ntd pregnancy
Folate has become a cornerstone of pregnancy nutrition, but the questions of why, when and how much are confusing. Read the facts about folate and vitamins in pregnancy.
folate pregnancy • vitmains pregnancy • folate neural tube • folate ntd • ntd pregnancy
A Child Waits
A child with Down Syndrome is waiting for a home. Are you ready?
adoption • special • beautiful • rose
A child with Down Syndrome is waiting for a home. Are you ready?
adoption • special • beautiful • rose
Heart Murmur Information
Heart murmur information is important for anyone who already has a heart murmur, or anyone who could potentially be at risk.
heart murmur information • heart murmur causes • innocent heart murmur • abnormal heart murmur • what is a heart murmur
Heart murmur information is important for anyone who already has a heart murmur, or anyone who could potentially be at risk.
heart murmur information • heart murmur causes • innocent heart murmur • abnormal heart murmur • what is a heart murmur
Heart Failure Symptoms in Infants and Children
Causes of heart failure in infants and children differ from adults. Parents are urged to report any unusual and recurring changes in stamina to the child's pediatrician.
heart failure symptoms in infants and children • signs of cardiac health problems in kids • causes of heart failure in infants and children • treatment of heart failure in pediatric patients • heart failure symptoms that alert parents to infan
Causes of heart failure in infants and children differ from adults. Parents are urged to report any unusual and recurring changes in stamina to the child's pediatrician.
heart failure symptoms in infants and children • signs of cardiac health problems in kids • causes of heart failure in infants and children • treatment of heart failure in pediatric patients • heart failure symptoms that alert parents to infan
Parenting a Noonan Syndrome Child
Anne de Groot knew something was wrong, but doctors dismissed her son's symptoms and her concerns till genetic testing vindicated her suspicion, and changed her life.
noonan syndrome • noonans syndrome • noonan syndrome support • diagnosing noonan syndrome • noonan syndrome conferences
Anne de Groot knew something was wrong, but doctors dismissed her son's symptoms and her concerns till genetic testing vindicated her suspicion, and changed her life.
noonan syndrome • noonans syndrome • noonan syndrome support • diagnosing noonan syndrome • noonan syndrome conferences
Paxil Blamed for Birth Defects in Babies
Studies have shown that infants exposed to paroxetine during the first trimester of pregnancy have an increased risk of serious birth defects involving heart and lungs.
paxil birth defects • birth defects causes • paxil during pregnancy • effects of paxil • pphn
Studies have shown that infants exposed to paroxetine during the first trimester of pregnancy have an increased risk of serious birth defects involving heart and lungs.
paxil birth defects • birth defects causes • paxil during pregnancy • effects of paxil • pphn
What if? A Message for Parents
Curing those "what-ifs" with a little bit of love, a little bit of knowledge and a whole lot of faith!
congenital heart disease • parents • heart
Curing those "what-ifs" with a little bit of love, a little bit of knowledge and a whole lot of faith!
congenital heart disease • parents • heart
The Face and the Nervous System
Our ability to read faces tells us about our limbic system and our ability to express. The symmetry of a face tells about the health inside and potential for change.
face recognition • bones dvd • prosopagnosia • down’s syndrome • mucopolysaccharidosis type iii
Our ability to read faces tells us about our limbic system and our ability to express. The symmetry of a face tells about the health inside and potential for change.
face recognition • bones dvd • prosopagnosia • down’s syndrome • mucopolysaccharidosis type iii
Ischemic Stroke
An ischemic stroke is caused by the blockage of an artery en route to the brain. This blockage can be caused by a thrombosis or an embolism. Find out the difference.
ischemic stroke • arteries • artery • blockage • brain
An ischemic stroke is caused by the blockage of an artery en route to the brain. This blockage can be caused by a thrombosis or an embolism. Find out the difference.
ischemic stroke • arteries • artery • blockage • brain
Online Support for Nursing Moms (Conclusion):
breastfeeding • weight • supplement • pediatrician • support
breastfeeding • weight • supplement • pediatrician • support
Amniocentesis
Amniocentesis is one of those most informative prenatal tests available. However, with this information, comes a heavy price. What do parents need to know about amnio?
amnio • amniocentesis • prenatal • screening • risk
Amniocentesis is one of those most informative prenatal tests available. However, with this information, comes a heavy price. What do parents need to know about amnio?
amnio • amniocentesis • prenatal • screening • risk
Anti-epileptic Medication and Birth Defects
Birth Defects and Seizures
health • disorders • epilepsy • birth defects • seizures
Birth Defects and Seizures
health • disorders • epilepsy • birth defects • seizures
Antidepressants and Pregnancy
For some expectant mothers not taking antidepressants during pregnancy is not an option. There are some depression medications that are fairly safe for mother and baby.
antidepressants and pregnancy • depression medication and pregnancy • risks of antidepressants during pregnancy • benefits of antidepressants during pregnancy • depression and pregnancy
For some expectant mothers not taking antidepressants during pregnancy is not an option. There are some depression medications that are fairly safe for mother and baby.
antidepressants and pregnancy • depression medication and pregnancy • risks of antidepressants during pregnancy • benefits of antidepressants during pregnancy • depression and pregnancy
Polyhydramnios and Your Baby
What is this high risk pregnancy condition? What are its symptoms and causes? What treatment is available for mother and baby?
polyhydramnios • excess amniotic fluid • symptoms of hydramnios • treatment options for polyhydramnios • abdominal discomfort during pregnancy
What is this high risk pregnancy condition? What are its symptoms and causes? What treatment is available for mother and baby?
polyhydramnios • excess amniotic fluid • symptoms of hydramnios • treatment options for polyhydramnios • abdominal discomfort during pregnancy
Stroke Diagnosis
Several diagnostic tests can assess your risk for a stroke. They can also determine whether you are having or have had a stroke.
stroke • ischemic stroke • blockage • hemorrhage • blood clots
Several diagnostic tests can assess your risk for a stroke. They can also determine whether you are having or have had a stroke.
stroke • ischemic stroke • blockage • hemorrhage • blood clots
Women In Health History
The article covers women who made outstanding contributions in medicine through the hospital.
elizabeth blackwell • helen brooke taussig • virginia apgar • janet travell • women
The article covers women who made outstanding contributions in medicine through the hospital.
elizabeth blackwell • helen brooke taussig • virginia apgar • janet travell • women
A Window or a Door
power of prayer, death & dying
prayer • death and dying • special needs children • god • miracles
power of prayer, death & dying
prayer • death and dying • special needs children • god • miracles
About Labrador Retrievers
Labs are sturdy, reliable, energetic, and intelligent dogs. With more than 137,000 registered to the AKC in 2005, they undoubtedly, make wonderful pets.
: labrador retriever • labrador retrievers • labs • retrievers • america’s favorite dog
Labs are sturdy, reliable, energetic, and intelligent dogs. With more than 137,000 registered to the AKC in 2005, they undoubtedly, make wonderful pets.
: labrador retriever • labrador retrievers • labs • retrievers • america’s favorite dog
Alcohol And Infertility
Scientists are aware of the affect of alcoholism on conception. Research has now indicated that even a moderate intake of alcohol can reduce your ability to conceive.
alcohol and infertility • male factor infertility • anovulation • sperm count • endometrial problems
Scientists are aware of the affect of alcoholism on conception. Research has now indicated that even a moderate intake of alcohol can reduce your ability to conceive.
alcohol and infertility • male factor infertility • anovulation • sperm count • endometrial problems
Down Syndrome Children
Down Syndrome, also called trisomy 21, is a serious chromosomal disorder that causes limitations and abnormalities in affected children. The range of severity can vary.
down syndrome children • trisomy 21 • screening down syndrome • physical features down syndrome • health defects down syndrome
Down Syndrome, also called trisomy 21, is a serious chromosomal disorder that causes limitations and abnormalities in affected children. The range of severity can vary.
down syndrome children • trisomy 21 • screening down syndrome • physical features down syndrome • health defects down syndrome
Fetal Alcohol Syndrome is Preventable
Drinking alcohol during pregnancy can be very dangerous to a developing baby. When mothers drink frequently or heavily during pregnancy a baby may be born with FAS.
fas • fetal alcohol syndrome • fetal alcohol effects • alcohol related birth defects • number one cause of mental retardation
Drinking alcohol during pregnancy can be very dangerous to a developing baby. When mothers drink frequently or heavily during pregnancy a baby may be born with FAS.
fas • fetal alcohol syndrome • fetal alcohol effects • alcohol related birth defects • number one cause of mental retardation
GI Abnormalities in Down Syndrome
Down syndrome is a complex disorder; many of its markers can be detected before birth. Some GI anomalies require urgent attention, while others may evade early diagnosis.
gi defects in down syndrome • down syndrome congenital defects • esophageal atresia • duodenal atresia • pyloric stenosis
Down syndrome is a complex disorder; many of its markers can be detected before birth. Some GI anomalies require urgent attention, while others may evade early diagnosis.
gi defects in down syndrome • down syndrome congenital defects • esophageal atresia • duodenal atresia • pyloric stenosis
Healthcare Reform - Why Care?
Young people need to be more involved and informed regarding the healthcare debate. Decisions made by Congress today, may deeply affect them tomorrow.
healthcare reform • young people and healthcare • uninsured and underinsured young people • quality of healthcare • healthcare insurance reform
Young people need to be more involved and informed regarding the healthcare debate. Decisions made by Congress today, may deeply affect them tomorrow.
healthcare reform • young people and healthcare • uninsured and underinsured young people • quality of healthcare • healthcare insurance reform
Love and Pain
A deeper look at the way the two strongest emotions felt by humankind relate, and how it illuminates Christ's role as Savior.
god • christ • suffering • pain • love
A deeper look at the way the two strongest emotions felt by humankind relate, and how it illuminates Christ's role as Savior.
god • christ • suffering • pain • love
Lymphedema Research
Lymphatic research, including skin calipers, truncal edema and primary LE.
primary lymphedema • skin calipers • truncal edema
Lymphatic research, including skin calipers, truncal edema and primary LE.
primary lymphedema • skin calipers • truncal edema
Michael Moore's Documentary Sicko
Filmmaker Michael Moore dives into the nightmarish American health care system, and compares it to the Canadian, U.K. and French systems.
sicko • u.s. healthcare • michael moore • hmo • world trade centres
Filmmaker Michael Moore dives into the nightmarish American health care system, and compares it to the Canadian, U.K. and French systems.
sicko • u.s. healthcare • michael moore • hmo • world trade centres
Miniature Pinschers
Sassy, cute and full of personality are descriptions fit for a miniature pinscher. Knowledge of the breed is essential to providing the best care for these small dogs.
miniature pinschers • information on min pins • personality traits • appearance • grooming
Sassy, cute and full of personality are descriptions fit for a miniature pinscher. Knowledge of the breed is essential to providing the best care for these small dogs.
miniature pinschers • information on min pins • personality traits • appearance • grooming
Oriental Cats
The Oriental isn't a specific breed of cat, but rather a group of cats with the shape of the Siamese and an incredible array of color patterns.
oriental • oriental cats • active cats • playful cat breeds • oriental cat temperament
The Oriental isn't a specific breed of cat, but rather a group of cats with the shape of the Siamese and an incredible array of color patterns.
oriental • oriental cats • active cats • playful cat breeds • oriental cat temperament
Protecting against Measles, Mumps, and Rubella
Three dangerous viruses once required separate vaccinations but are now protected against by one.
measles mumps rubella vaccine • mmr vaccine • mmr controversy • why vaccinate with mmr • when to vaccinate with mmr
Three dangerous viruses once required separate vaccinations but are now protected against by one.
measles mumps rubella vaccine • mmr vaccine • mmr controversy • why vaccinate with mmr • when to vaccinate with mmr
Rubella and German Measles
Though a mild illness in children, Rubella is dangerous to pregnant women and their babies but can be prevented by vaccination.
german measles • congenital rubella syndrome • rubella virus • rubella infection • rubella vaccination
Though a mild illness in children, Rubella is dangerous to pregnant women and their babies but can be prevented by vaccination.
german measles • congenital rubella syndrome • rubella virus • rubella infection • rubella vaccination
Symptoms of Chronic Lung Disease
Chronic Lung Disease can lead respiratory distress knowing the signs could potentially save a baby's life.
chronic lung disease • symptoms chronic lung disease • cld • symptoms cld • respiratory problems
Chronic Lung Disease can lead respiratory distress knowing the signs could potentially save a baby's life.
chronic lung disease • symptoms chronic lung disease • cld • symptoms cld • respiratory problems
The Elegant Saluki is a Challenging Breed
An ancient Middle Eastern hunting dog, the Saluki is an intelligent, inquisitive breed requiring daily running opportunities and patient, interesting training.
saluki • sighthounds • saluki breeders • saluki dog • saluki puppies
An ancient Middle Eastern hunting dog, the Saluki is an intelligent, inquisitive breed requiring daily running opportunities and patient, interesting training.
saluki • sighthounds • saluki breeders • saluki dog • saluki puppies
Wanted: One Extra Chromosome
This article is intended as a look at the aspects of parenting a child with Down Syndrome rather than dwelling on the disability. By taking a casual, humorous voice I hope to reach people's hearts as well as their minds and educate them about Down Syndrome.
down syndrome • parenting • joy • achievements
This article is intended as a look at the aspects of parenting a child with Down Syndrome rather than dwelling on the disability. By taking a casual, humorous voice I hope to reach people's hearts as well as their minds and educate them about Down Syndrome.
down syndrome • parenting • joy • achievements
What is PKU?
PKU, or phenylketonuria, is a genetic disorder that can cause neurological as well as behavioral problems in infants and children. Learn about diagnosis and treatments.
phenylketonuria • pku • phenylalanine • enzymes • proteins
PKU, or phenylketonuria, is a genetic disorder that can cause neurological as well as behavioral problems in infants and children. Learn about diagnosis and treatments.
phenylketonuria • pku • phenylalanine • enzymes • proteins
A letter to God
This is a short article concerning the miraculous improvement of my daughter's condition. God strikes again!! :)
This is a short article concerning the miraculous improvement of my daughter's condition. God strikes again!! :)
Atrioventricular Septal Defects
Atrioventricular canal defects, or AVSDs, constitute a more complex form of congenital malformation... What are they? How are they treated? Read on to discover more.... This article concludes our discussion regarding septal defects.
Atrioventricular canal defects, or AVSDs, constitute a more complex form of congenital malformation... What are they? How are they treated? Read on to discover more.... This article concludes our discussion regarding septal defects.
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