Does Your Child Have Abnormal Jerking Movements?
[et_pb_section admin_label=”section”] [et_pb_row admin_label=”row”] [et_pb_column type=”4_4″][et_pb_text admin_label=”Text”] Does your child have abnormal jerking movements? What are febrile seizures?Seizures are waves of abnormal electrical activity in the brain. They can make you pass out, or move or behave strangely. “Febrile” means that the seizure is caused by a fever. Febrile seizures occur in children ages 6 months to 5 years old. They often run in families. How do I know if my child has a fever?To find out if your child has a fever, take their temperature. The most accurate way is to take a rectal temperature (figure 1). A temperature higher than 100.4°F (38°C) is a fever. What are the symptoms of a febrile seizure?During a febrile seizure, the child usually passes out and has jerking movements of the arms, legs, or face. Most febrile seizures last less than 5 minutes. After a seizure, the child might be confused or sleepy for a short time. Although not as common, some febrile seizures last more than 15 minutes. After a longer seizure, a child can have short-term weakness in their arm or leg. How can I help my child during a seizure?During a seizure, you should: ● Put your child on their side ● Not put anything in your child’s mouth or try to stop the jerking movements ● Keep track of how long the seizure lasts – If it lasts more than 5 minutes, call for an ambulance Does my child need to see a doctor?Yes. Take your child to the doctor as soon as possible. They will want to make sure that your child’s fever isn’t caused by a serious infection. To do this, your doctor might need to do tests. How are febrile seizures treated?If a febrile seizure stops on its own, it does not need to be treated. If a febrile seizure lasts more than 5 minutes, a doctor might need to use anti-seizure medicines to stop it. Your child might also get other treatments, such as: ● Medicines to bring down the fever ● Medicines to treat the infection that is causing the fever (if the fever is caused by an infection) ● Fluids to treat dehydration (if the infection is causing vomiting or diarrhea) Will my child have more febrile seizures? It’s possible. Children who have 1 febrile seizure have a higher chance of having another. Talk with your doctor or nurse about how to treat any fevers that your child gets in the future. If your child keeps having febrile seizures, your doctor might prescribe medicine so that you can treat your child’s seizures at home. Does a febrile seizure cause brain damage?No. A febrile seizure does not cause brain damage. It also does not mean that your child will have a life-long seizure conditionTo know more about seizures or epilepsy talk to our expert with 35+ years of experience Dr. Amita Phadnis, CMD, and HOD of pediatrics and Neonatology department, Oyster and Pearl Hospitals, Pune.To book an appointment : https://www.onphospitals.com/ [/et_pb_text][/et_pb_column] [/et_pb_row] [/et_pb_section]
Does Your Child Have Night Terrors?
Child tucked into bed with white covers you’ve ever been woken at night by your child screaming and thrashing in bed only to realize they’re still asleep, chances are your child is experiencing a night terror. While these episodes are alarming to witness, they are usually not causing concern. It is much harder on the parent to watch [a night terror] than it is on the child to experience it, days Dr. Amita Phadnis, CMD and HOD of Pediatrics and Neonatology department at Oyster and Pearl Hospital, Pune. What are night terrors?Night terrors are a fear reaction that disrupts sleep. They generally occur during the first third of the night as your child transitions from the deepest stage of sleep to a lighter one.During a night of terror, your child may:Sit uprightShout or flailBe unaware of their surroundingsNot respond when spoken toSweat, breath very fast, have a rapid heart rate and dilated pupils How are night terrors different from nightmares?Night terrors are often confused with nightmares. A key difference is that children often wake up during nightmares and remember each scary detail. That’s because nightmares occur during the rapid eye movement (REM) stage of sleep when your child is dreaming. During night terrors, children remain in a deep, non-dreaming stage of sleep, even though they may appear to be awake. They have no memory of the night terror when they wake up the next morning because night terrors have no mental images associated with them. As children don’t remember these episodes, it’s best not to describe or reenact them, either to your child or within their earshot.Night terrors do not create a visual memory, so your child cannot describe what triggered the episode “But children are observant and if their caregiver retells a scary nighttime event, it can scare the child.” What triggers night terrors?Night terrors are most common in children ages 4-12 and often disappear entirely by the time a child reaches their teens. While night terrors tend to happen randomly, the tendency to have them may run in families. Night terrors may be triggered by: CaffeineMedicationsIllnessBeing overtiredSleeping in a new environment What should I do while my child is having a night of terror?As a parent, your natural instinct may be to console your child. But waking your child from a night terror may disorient and confuse them. Remember, your child is in a deep sleep and will have no memory of the episode. It is recommended to stay nearby your child – to ensure they are safe – until the night terror passes. Most episodes don’t last more than a few minutes. Children with night terrors may also sleepwalk. If your child sleepwalks (or has in the past) make sure all entryway doors and windows are locked and that the sleeping environment is safe each night before bedtime. Is there anything I can do to prevent night terrors?Being overtired or feeling stress are known triggers for night terrors. It is recommended that parents try the following to calm and relax their children before bedtime: Make time for young children to nap during the day so they don’t get overtired.Create a calming and simple nighttime routine, such as a warm bath and a book or puzzle before bed.Stick to a consistent bedtime for your child.If your child experiences repeated night terrors or other sleep-related issues, such as snoring, sleepwalking, or bedwetting. Rest assured: Most children outgrow night terrors. And when that happens, the entire household will sleep more soundly. Stay in TouchAre you looking for advice to keep your child healthy and happy? Do you have questions about common childhood illnesses and injuries?Talk to our expert Dr. Amita Phadnis, with 35+ years of experience in pediatrics and Neonatologist.To book an appointment contact: https://www.onphospitals.com/
What Is The Best Sleeping Position?
Most people spend a third of their lives either asleep or resting, according to the Sleep Foundation. During sleep, the body recharges and repairs itself. And a good night’s sleep often can be determined by what position you are lying in bed.Back-sleepers beware.Many people find it to be comfortable because they’re not putting weight on their joints. But our experts say sleeping on your back is actually the worst sleeping position, especially if you have sleep apnea. Sleeping on the back means that your tongue and jaw can fall down and crowd your airway. And many people snore more on their back Sleeping on your stomach helps keep the airway open, but it can put a strain on your spine and neck. There’s a host of evidence overall suggesting that probably sleeping on the side is better,Side sleeping helps prevent the airway from collapsing and can reduce snoring. And so, all in all, sleeping on the side — perhaps with their head slightly elevated as long as that’s comfortable — is a good way to sleepSide sleeping also is recommended during pregnancy, especially in the last trimester. And sleeping on the left side is best because it keeps pressure off internal organs and promotes healthy blood flow. When you are in the third trimester of pregnancy and when you sleep on your back, the uterus is compressing your inferior vena cava. It’s compressing the arterial system. Sleeping on your side also is considered by the Sleep Foundation as the best for people with neck and back pain, especially if you place a small pillow between your knees. Because if you don’t have a pillow between your knees, that stress of sleeping on the side pulls on your hip and can cause some issues.To know more, Talk to our experts – https://www.onphospitals.com/internal-medicine/
First Aid Is The First And Immediate Assistance
First aid is the first and immediate assistance given to any person suffering from either a minor or serious illness or injury, with care provided to preserve life, prevent the condition from worsening, or promote recovery. It includes initial intervention in a serious condition prior to professional medical help being available, such as performing cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) while waiting for an ambulance, as well as the complete treatment of minor conditions, such as applying a plaster to a cut. Having the practical skills, knowledge, and confidence to act swiftly in the event of a witnessed cardiac arrest is the best chance of helping someone survive an out-of-hospital cardiac arrest until the emergency services can arrive on the scene.Our staff is well trained, certified, and always ready to help your loved ones.
How Long Should It Take You to Have a Bowel Movement?
The short answer from a colorectal surgeon- The first thing you need to do is leave your phone outside the bathroom. Don’t take the newspaper, your book, your iPhone, or any other device in there with you. The bathroom is meant for one reason and one reason only — and that’s to empty your bladder and have a proper bowel movement. What that means is if you have a proper diet with good fiber and enough water intake, your bowel movements should be a very short occurrence. You should be able to sit down on the toilet (with minimal straining, if any), and within a few minutes, you should be done going to the bathroom. Five minutes really should be the maximum time you spend in the bathroom To know more talk to our experts at : https://www.onphospitals.com/
Rotator Cuff Injuries
Your rotator cuff often gets talked about like it’s just one thing. In reality, though, it’s a collection of four small muscles and a network of tendons that work together to help you lift and move your arms. These muscles and tendons work to keep the ball of your upper arm bone in your shoulder socket. It’s a tough job, with inevitable wear and tear, which can lead to: Rotator Cuff TearsThis injury is exactly what it sounds like. It’s a tear — either partial or full — of a rotator cuff tendon connected to your arm bone. Your tendon can tear from a single event, like falling down on an outstretched arm. It also may deteriorate slowly over time due to repetitive motion. (For example, a plumber who frequently raises their arms overhead can develop a rotator cuff tear.) If you experience shoulder pain at night that makes it difficult to fall asleep or jolts you awake, you may have a tear in one or more of your rotator cuff tendons. You also may have this type of injury if you feel pain when lifting your arms overhead (like when brushing your hair) or weakness in your shoulder when trying to lift anything above shoulder level. Initial treatment typically involves relative rest, the application of ice, and sometimes the use of over-the-counter (OTC) nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs). Physical therapy is also frequently prescribed. Rotator Cuff TendonitisRotator cuff tendonitis happens when tendons in your joints become inflamed and irritated. The pain usually hits on the front and side of your shoulder. You might also feel a little stiffness. This condition can occur with activities that involve using your arms overhead, like tennis, yoga, or painting a room Treatment typically involves rest, applying ice, and taking NSAIDs. Most people recover from tendonitis within a few weeks. Rotator Cuff BursitisSmall sacs of fluid called bursae hold an important job in your shoulder. They provide lubrication and act as cushions to reduce rubbing and friction as your muscles, tendons, and bones move around. Overuse of your shoulder or keeping your joint in an awkward position can aggravate the bursae, leading to the swelling and inflammation that defines bursitis. The injury often occurs in tandem with tendonitis, with a similar pain and treatment approach. (Lower your chances of dealing with bursitis by using these life tips, stretches, and exercises recommended by a physical therapist.) Shoulder Impingement SyndromeIf one of the above rotator cuffs issues lands on your medical chart, a condition called shoulder impingement syndrome may follow. Swelling from a rotator cuff injury can lead to lead to rubbing or even a “pinch” of your muscles and tendons threading through the tight space. This impingement can cause considerable discomfort. Symptoms typically calm down over weeks to months with physical therapy, rest, ice, and NSAIDs. Frozen ShoulderThere’s a formal name — adhesive capsulitis — for the painful condition where your shoulder becomes stiff and can’t move. Most people, though, know it by a more descriptive moniker: frozen shoulder. The condition occurs when the connective tissue in your shoulder’s ball-and-socket joint thickens and stiffens. This makes it difficult to move your arm without a whole lot of pain. The less you move your arm, the more the problem grows. Eventually, your shoulder feels frozen in place. (Hence, the name.) While some people develop adhesive capsulitis following an injury, many who are diagnosed with frozen shoulder cannot recall any injury. It’s also seen more frequently in people with diabetes, Parkinson’s disease, and a few other conditions for reasons that aren’t quite clear. Frozen shoulder can take several months to resolve, even with aggressive treatment. Exercises and stretches that target the range of motion in your shoulder also can be useful to keep symptoms at bay. The onset of stiffness in your shoulder following a period of immobilization, such as using a sling to protect your arm after a fracture, is a different condition than a true frozen shoulder. Post-injury stiffness typically responds quite quickly to physical therapy. Calcific TendonitisAnother worry with your shoulder? Something called calcific tendonitis. This condition — which is less common — develops when calcium deposits build up within tendons running through your shoulder. The bigger these deposits grow, the more irritation and pain they cause. Calcific tendonitis can arise in the face of chronic tendonitis of the rotator cuff. The deposits can typically be seen on X-rays. Treatment usually centers on physical therapy, NSAIDs and steroid injections. Shoulder OsteoarthritisA deep ache in the back of your shoulder may be a sign of osteoarthritis. This pain follows the deterioration of cartilage, the cushioning material that covers the ends of your bones. As osteoarthritis worsens, stiffness in your shoulder develops to the point where you might lose the ability to reach behind your back. Osteoarthritis symptoms develop over time. For some people, a shoulder injury from sports or some other activity may kick off a degenerative process that eventually results in osteoarthritis. But many people have no specific cause — it’s just worn and tear over time. Treatment for osteoarthritis of the shoulder is similar to treatment for a rotator cuff tear. If the condition is severe, you can undergo shoulder joint replacement surgery, which is similar to joint replacement for hips and knees. Other Forms of Shoulder ArthritisWhile osteoarthritis may be the most common form of shoulder arthritis, there are a few more types that can bring pain. The list includes: Rheumatoid arthritis. This chronic autoimmune disease targets joints in your body, including your shoulder.Post-traumatic arthritis. A shoulder injury may heal, but there can be long-term damage that shows itself later through post-traumatic arthritis.Rotator cuff tear arthropathy. Count this form of arthritis among the potential after-effects of a rotator cuff tear. Avascular necrosis. This painful condition happens when something blocks the flow of blood to your bone tissue. It’s typically caused by a fracture or disease. When to see your doctor about shoulder pain is not uncommon. Given that many injuries above are
Build Resilience To Better Handle Diabetes
Resilience is the ability to withstand and bounce back from adversity. Studies in people with diabetes have shown that high resilience levels are related to lower A1C levels, indicating better glycemic control. Some people are lucky enough to be born with a high resilience level, but even if you’re not one of them, you can still boost your resilience. Resilience can help you reduce stress and anxiety and improve your coping skills. Here are some tips to get you started :1. Make connections. Maintain good relationships with close family members and friends. Accept their support, and offer it in return.2. Accept that change is part of life. Accept circumstances that can’t be changed. Instead, focus on what you can change.Take action. When there are situations you can change, take action. Don’t cut yourself off from problems and wish they would disappear.Keep things in perspective. When you're facing difficult circumstances, think about the problems in the big picture. Have a long-term perspective — such as thinking about whether it will matter in five years. Avoid making a small thing a bigger problem than it really is. Keep a positive and hopeful outlook. Cultivate an optimistic outlook. Think that good thing will happen in your future and life. Picture what you want in the future instead of worrying about your fears. Take care of yourself. Get regular exercise, eat a healthy diet, get enough sleep, and practice self-care. Consider meditating or joining a faith community. Get involved in activities that are fun and relaxing for you. You'll be better able to cope with challenges when you're mentally and physically strong. To know more about it Talk to our experts at – https://www.onphospitals.com/
ONP Hospitals ties up with Credai Pune
Covid has played havoc with lives & livelihood.ONP Hospitals ties up with Credai Pune Metro to roll out for Free OnSite Vaccine & Health Camps for Construction Labourers. It is very fulfilling to be able to contribute to Covid मुक्ती अभियान & to Public Health.</br> On the dias, dignitaries of Credai, Mr. Ranjit Naiknavare, Dr Abhyankar & Ms Sapna Rathi with Dr. Amita Phadnis & team of ONP Hospitals </br>