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Question: What are cognitive developmental delays in children?
Answer: By 3 months, contact the doctor if your child: does not smile at people does not pay attention to new faces, or seems frightened by them By 7 months, contact the doctor if your child: refuses to cuddle shows no affection for parents or caregivers shows no enjoyment around people cannot be comforted at night (after 5 months) does not smile without prompting (by 5 months) does not laugh or squeal (by 6 months) shows no interest in games of peek-a-boo (by 8 months) By 1 year, contact the doctor if your child: shows no back-and-forth sharing of sounds, smiles, or facial expressions (at 9 months) shows no back-and-forth gestures, such as waving, reaching, or pointing Problems with thinking, or cognitive delays, may be due to one or more of these reasons: genetic defects significant medical problems before birth exposure to something harmful in the environment, such as a toxin neglect Possible causes.
Question: How are language and speech developmental delays in children treated?
Answer: If you or your child's doctor suspects a speech delay, a referral will be placed for an evaluation by a speech-language pathologist. This specialist may test your child's hearing, assess your child's receptive and expressive language and then plan for speech therapy sessions with your child. If the delay is mild, the specialist or doctor may suggest that you: communicate more with your child -- talk, sing, and encourage repetition read daily to your child reinforce speech and language throughout the day get treatment for middle ear infections Warning signs of speech or language delays.
Question: What causes cognitive developmental delays in children?
Answer: Causes of cognitive delays include: a wide range of different learning disabilities exposure to alcohol or toxins before birth or afterward, including lead poisoning institutionalization or neglect during infancy or early childhood Down syndrome and other genetic disorders autism spectrum disorder severe newborn medical problems no known cause Types of treatment for cognitive delays.
Question: What are the types of treatment for vision developmental delays in children?
Answer: Early treatment can help correct many vision problems. Depending on the eye problem your child has, he or she may need: glasses or contact lenses special glasses surgery an eye patch Warning signs of vision problems.
Question: What are possible causes of social and emotional developmental delays in children?
Answer: Some causes of social and emotional delays include: neglect from early institutionalization or parental neglect ineffective parenting or attachment problems cognitive delays an unknown cause Another common cause of social and emotional developmental delays fall under the umbrella diagnosis autism spectrum disorder ( ASD). This was previously referred to as pervasive developmental disorder ( PDD), autism, asperger's and other names. ASD includes disorders that can cause a child have difficulty communicating, have repetitive behaviors and have language problems.
Question: What causes language and speech developmental delays in children?
Answer: A variety of problems may cause language and speech delays, including: exposure to more than one language -- which can cause mild delays in toddlers but not delays by the time they reach school age a learning disability child abuse or neglect a problem with the muscles controlling speech -- a disorder called dysarthria hearing loss, which may occur in children who have severe middle ear infections or occur as a result of certain medications, trauma, or genetic disorders autism spectrum disorders -- a group of neurological disorders that may involve impaired communication as well as impaired social interaction and cognitive skills no cause can be found Types of treatment.
Question: What are motor skill developmental delays in children?
Answer: Motor skill developmental delays may be related to problems with gross motor skills, such as crawling or walking, or fine motor skills, such as using fingers to grasp a spoon.
Question: What are possible causes of motor skill developmental delays in children?
Answer: Children who are born prematurely may not develop muscles at the same rate as other children. Other possible causes of motor delays include: ataxia, a defect that impairs muscle coordination cerebral palsy, a condition caused by brain damage before birth cognitive delays myopathy, a disease of the muscles problems with vision spina bifida, a genetic condition causing partial or total paralysis of the lower part of the body Types of treatment for motor skill delays.
Question: What are the types of developmental delay in children?
Answer: There are many different types of developmental delays in infants and young children. They include problems with: language or speech vision movement -- motor skills social and emotional skills thinking -- cognitive skills Sometimes, a delay occurs in many or all of these areas.
Question: Are language and speech developmental delays common in children?
Answer: Speech delays in toddlers are common. In fact, language and speech problems are the most common type of developmental delay. Speech refers to verbal expression, including the way words are formed. Language is a broader system of expressing and receiving information, such as being able to understand gestures.
Question: What are vision developmental delays in children?
Answer: By 3 to 4 months, contact the doctor if your child: does not respond to loud noises does not babble begins babbling but does not try to imitate sounds (by 4 months) By 7 months, contact the doctor if your child: does not respond to sounds By 1 year, contact the doctor if your child: does not use any single words (like "mama") does not understand words like "bye bye'' or "no" By 2 years, contact the doctor if your child: cannot speak at least 15 words does not use two-word phrases without repetition; can only imitate speech does not use speech to communicate more than immediate needs Until 6 months, a newborn's vision is normally blurry. Then it improves as the child begins to coordinate sight in both eyes. However, sometimes this does not happen or other vision problems show up.
Question: What are warning signs of motor skill developmental delays in children?
Answer: Contact your child's doctor if your child has any of the following signs at the age that's indicated. By 3 to 4 months, contact the doctor if your child: does not reach for, grasp, or hold objects does not support his or her head well does not bring objects to his or her mouth (by 4 months) does not push down with legs when his or her feet are placed on a firm surface (by 4 months) By 7 months, contact the doctor if your child: has stiff and tight or very floppy muscles flops his or her head when pulled into a sitting position reaches with one hand only or does not actively reach for objects has trouble getting objects to his or her mouth doesn't roll over in either direction (by 5 months) cannot sit up without help (by 6 months) does not bear weight on his or her legs when you pull him or her up to a standing position By 1 year, contact the doctor if your child: does not crawl drags one side of his or her body while crawling cannot stand when supported By 2 years, contact the doctor if your child: cannot walk (by 18 months) does not develop a heel-to-toe walking pattern or walks only on toes cannot push a wheeled toy Children may experience problems interacting with adults or other children, called social and/or emotional developmental delays. In addition, watch for any loss of skills that have already been learned.
Question: What are warning signs of vision developmental delays in children?
Answer: Contact your child's doctor if your child has any of the following signs at the age that's indicated. By 3 months, contact the doctor if your child: does not follow moving objects with his or her eyes does not notice hands (by 2 months) has trouble moving one or both eyes in all directions crosses eyes most of the time By 6 months, contact the doctor if your child: has one or both eyes turning in or out all the time experiences constant tearing or eye drainage does not follow near objects (1 foot away) or far objects (6 feet away) with both eyes If your child's doctor notes any problems, the doctor may refer your child to an ophthalmologist for further evaluation. Contact your child's doctor if your child has any of the following signs at the age that's indicated. In addition, watch for any loss of skills that have already been learned.
Question: What causes vision developmental delays in children?
Answer: Speech delays in toddlers are common. Other eye problems include: amblyopia (lazy eye), poor vision in one eye that may also appear to turn outward infantile cataracts -- a clouding of the eye's lens -- or another inherited problem (these problems are rare) retinopathy of prematurity, an eye disease that sometimes affects premature infants strabismus -- also called cross eyes -- eyes that turn in, out, up, or down Types of treatment for vision delays.
Question: What should I know about developmental delays in children?
Answer: These delays are significant lags in one or more areas of emotional, mental, or physical growth. If your child experiences a delay, early treatment is the best way to help him or her make progress or even to catch up. When that happens, it is called "global developmental delay." Contact your child's doctor if your child has any of the following signs at the age that's indicated.
Question: What are warning signs of cognitive developmental delays in children?
Answer: Contact your child's doctor if your child has any of the following signs at the age that's indicated. In addition, watch for any loss of skills that have already been learned. By 1 year, contact the doctor if your child: does not search for objects that are hidden while he or she watches does not use gestures, such as waving does not point to objects or pictures By 2 years, contact the doctor if your child: does not know the function of common objects, such as a hairbrush, telephone, or spoon does not follow simple instructions does not imitate actions or words Remember: There is a wide range of normal development in children.
Question: What are social and emotional developmental delays in children?
Answer: Usually these problems show up before a child begins school. Warning signs of social or emotional delays.
Question: What should I keep in mind regarding developmental delays in children?
Answer: As you watch your child grow, remember that each child develops at his or her own pace and the range of normal is quite wide. There are many different types of developmental delays in infants and young children. Even children who do have serious delays can make big improvements when treatment begins as early as possible. If you have any doubts, talk to your child's health care provider, and make sure you adhere to the suggested schedule for well child visits.
Question: What are warning signs of speech or language developmental delays in children?
Answer: By 3 to 4 months, contact the doctor if your child: does not respond to loud noises does not babble begins babbling but does not try to imitate sounds (by 4 months) By 7 months, contact the doctor if your child: does not respond to sounds By 1 year, contact the doctor if your child: does not use any single words (like "mama") does not understand words like "bye bye'' or "no" By 2 years, contact the doctor if your child: cannot speak at least 15 words does not use two-word phrases without repetition; can only imitate speech does not use speech to communicate more than immediate needs Until 6 months, a newborn's vision is normally blurry. Contact your child's doctor if your child has any of the following signs at the age that's indicated. In addition, watch for any loss of skills that have already been learned. By 3 months, contact the doctor if your child: does not smile at people does not pay attention to new faces, or seems frightened by them By 7 months, contact the doctor if your child: refuses to cuddle shows no affection for parents or caregivers shows no enjoyment around people cannot be comforted at night (after 5 months) does not smile without prompting (by 5 months) does not laugh or squeal (by 6 months) shows no interest in games of peek-a-boo (by 8 months) By 1 year, contact the doctor if your child: shows no back-and-forth sharing of sounds, smiles, or facial expressions (at 9 months) shows no back-and-forth gestures, such as waving, reaching, or pointing Problems with thinking, or cognitive delays, may be due to one or more of these reasons: genetic defects significant medical problems before birth exposure to something harmful in the environment, such as a toxin neglect Possible causes.
Question: What are the symptoms of indigestion?
Answer: You might have: Bloating Belching and gas Nausea and vomiting An acidic taste in your mouth Fullness during or after a meal Growling stomach Burning in your stomach or upper belly Belly pain These symptoms might be worse when you're stressed. If you swallow too much air when you eat, that can make belching and bloating worse. People often have indigestion along with heartburn (a burning feeling deep in the chest), which happens when stomach acids rise into the esophagus.
Question: When should I call the doctor about indigestion?
Answer: Because indigestion can be a sign of a more serious health problem, let your doctor know if you have any of the following symptoms: Vomiting or blood in your vomit. It may look like coffee grounds. Weight loss you can't explain Loss of appetite Stools that are bloody, black, or tarry Severe pain in your upper-right belly Pain in the upper- or lower-right parts of your belly Feeling uncomfortable even if you haven't eaten A heart attack can cause symptoms that feel like indigestion. Get medical help right away if you have shortness of breath, sweating, or pain that spreads along your jaw, neck, or arm.
Question: What is the treatment for indigestion?
Answer: Indigestion often goes away on its own after a few hours. But let your doctor know if your symptoms get worse. Any treatment you get will depend on what's causing your indigestion. You can also do some things on your own to ease your symptoms: Try not to chew with your mouth open, talk while you chew, or eat too fast. This makes you swallow too much air, which can add to indigestion. Drink beverages after rather than during meals. Avoid late-night eating. Try to relax after meals. Avoid spicy foods. If you smoke, quit. Avoid alcohol.
Question: What does indigestion indicate?
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Question: What diseases can cause indigestion?
Answer: Gastroparesis, a condition where the stomach doesn't empty properly. It often happens to people with diabetes. Stomach infections Irritable bowel syndrome Pancreatitis, an inflamed pancreas Thyroid disease Medications : Aspirin and many other pain relievers Estrogen and birth control pills Steroid medications Some antibiotics Thyroid medicines Lifestyle: Eating too much, too fast, or when you're stressed.
Question: What is indigestion?
Answer: You might have: Bloating Belching and gas Nausea and vomiting An acidic taste in your mouth Fullness during or after a meal Growling stomach Burning in your stomach or upper belly Belly pain These symptoms might be worse when you're stressed. This type is called functional or non-ulcer dyspepsia.
Question: How is indigestion diagnosed?
Answer: Be specific about where in your belly you usually feel pain or bloating. First, your doctor will try to rule out other health conditions that could be causing your symptoms. She might do blood tests and X-rays of your stomach or small intestine. She might also use a thin, flexible tube with a light and a camera to look closely at the inside of your stomach, a procedure called an upper endoscopy. Because indigestion can be a sign of a more serious health problem, let your doctor know if you have any of the following symptoms: Vomiting or blood in your vomit.
Question: How can I prevent indigestion?
Answer: High-fat foods can also add to the problem. Avoid alcohol. You can keep a food diary to figure out what you eat that gives you trouble. Other ways to prevent the problem: Eat small meals so your stomach doesn't have to work as hard or as long. Eat slowly. Avoid foods with a lot of acid, such as citrus fruits and tomatoes. Limit spicy foods Limit fried and greasy foods Cut back on or avoid foods and drinks that have caffeine. If stress is a trigger, learn new ways to manage it, such as relaxation and biofeedback techniques. If you smoke, quit. Or at least, don't light up right before or after you eat, since smoking can irritate your stomach. Don't lie down right after you've eaten. Wait at least 3 hours after your last meal of the day before you go to bed. Raise the top of your bed so that your head and chest are higher than your feet. You can do this by placing 6-inch blocks under the top bedposts. Don't use piles of pillows to achieve the same goal. You'll only put your head at an angle that can increase pressure on your stomach and make heartburn worse.
Question: What interactions occur with DMSO?
Answer: Using DMSO by mouth can cause: Dizziness Drowsiness Nausea Vomiting Diarrhea Constipation Decreased appetite DMSO can increase the effect of some medicines, which can lead to serious health issues. Examples of such medicines include: Blood thinners Steroids Sedatives The biggest concern of DMSO as a solvent is that when it gets on the skin it will cause anything on the skin to be absorbed. So be sure to wash your hands and skin well before using.
Question: What are the benefits of taking DMSO?
Answer: People have also used it to try to treat such conditions as: Headache Rheumatoid arthritis Eye problems Scars Scleroderma (disease that causes scar tissue to form in the skin) Other than its use as a prescription medicine, there is little or no scientific evidence to support other claims made about DMSO's effectiveness. The American Cancer Society says there is no evidence to support the use of DMSO to treat cancer. Using it that way could cause serious delays in getting proper and effective treatment.
Question: What is DMSO?
Answer: !s_sensitive, chron ID: $('article embeded_module[type=video][align=top]:eq(0)').attr('chronic_id'), continuous Play: true, cp Options: { flyout: true }, display Ads: true, mode: 'in-article', sticky: true }) }); }); } else { $(function(){ $('.responsive-video-container').remove(); }); } DMSO, or dimethyl sulfoxide, is a by-product of paper making. It comes from a substance found in wood. DMSO has been used as an industrial solvent since the mid-1800s. From about the mid-20th century, researchers have explored its use as an anti-inflammatory agent. The FDA has approved DMSO as a prescription medication for treating symptoms of painful bladder syndrome. It's also used under medical supervision to treat several other conditions, including shingles. DMSO is easily absorbed by the skin. It's sometimes used to increase the body's absorption of other medications. DMSO is available without a prescription most often in gel or cream form. It can be purchased in health food stores, by mail order, and on the Internet. While it can sometimes be found as an oral supplement, its safety is unclear. DMSO is primarily used by applying it to the skin.
Question: What are the risks of taking DMSO?
Answer: Industrial grade DMSO may contain a number of impurities that can easily be absorbed into the skin with potentially serious health effects. The most frequent side effects from using DMSO on the skin include: Stomach upset Skin irritation Strong odor of garlic More serious side effects include: Severe allergic reactions Headaches Itching and burning when applied to the skin DMSO can also cause a deadly reaction when used in high concentrations. Using DMSO by mouth can cause: Dizziness Drowsiness Nausea Vomiting Diarrhea Constipation Decreased appetite DMSO can increase the effect of some medicines, which can lead to serious health issues.
Question: Who should not take DMSO?
Answer: Pregnant women and women who are breastfeeding should not use DMSO, since little is known about its possible effects on the fetus or infant. You should also not use DMSO without talking to your doctor if you have: Diabetes Asthma Liver and kidney conditions Always keep in mind that supplements are not regulated by the FDA.
Question: Can drinking alcohol cause sleep problems?
Answer: While alcohol may induce sleep, the quality of sleep is often fragmented during the second half of the sleep period. Alcohol increases the number of times you awaken in the later half of the night, when the alcohol's relaxing effect wears off. It prevents you from getting the deep sleep and REM sleep you need, because alcohol keeps you in the lighter stages of sleep.
Question: What are treatments for pregnant women with antiphospholipid syndrome (APS)?
Answer: Pregnant women with APS get injections of blood thinners and low doses of aspirin for the entire pregnancy, up until just before delivery. Then they continue treatment after the baby is born.
Question: If you have antiphospholipid syndrome (APS) antibodies, what can make you more likely to have blood clot symptoms?
Answer: No one is certain why some people develop APS antibodies, but doctors do know that your chances are higher if you: Have an infection like HIV, syphilis, hepatitis C, or Lyme disease Are taking amoxicillin or certain blood pressure, heart-rhythm, and seizure medications Have lupus (about half of people with lupus also have APS) Have relatives with APS Again, if you have the APS antibodies you might never show signs of APS. But you're more likely to have symptoms of a blood clot if you: Get pregnant Have surgery Are obese Sit for a long time (like on bed rest or a long flight) Smoke Take birth control pills Have high cholesterol or high blood pressure Blood clots are the most common symptom of APS.
Question: What are things I can do to help with the treatment of antiphospholipid syndrome (APS)?
Answer: It's also important to treat any other conditions that put you at risk for blood clots, like high blood pressure, high cholesterol, obesity, diabetes, and other autoimmune disorders. You also need to stop smoking and stop estrogen therapy (either for menopause or birth control) if you have APS.
Question: What is antiphospholipid syndrome (APS)?
Answer: Antiphospholipid syndrome ( APS) is one of those, but plenty of people with APS never have symptoms, and there are very good treatments for those who do. APS is a disorder that affects how your blood clots, which can cause lots of issues in your body. It mostly affects young women, and sometimes the reason why you develop is unclear. But doctors do know a lot about how APS works and how to treat it.
Question: Is Rett Syndrome an autistic spectrum disorder?
Answer: Children with Rett syndrome often have behaviors similar to autism, and experts used to group it among spectrum disorders. But now that it's known to be caused by a genetic mutation, it's no longer considered an ASD.
Question: What is childhood disintegrative disorder?
Answer: It described children who develop normally and then quickly lose many social, language, and mental skills, usually between ages 2 and 4. Often, these children also developed a seizure disorder.