Appendicitis “The appendix. Now what is this is little closed ended tube at the end of our cecum? Does it serve any function whatsoever? The answer is that scientists have been stumped at what essential purpose the appendix has. Just because we can live without it does not mean that it can’t cause problems. Appendicitis is a condition where your appendix becomes inflamed and filled with pus. Appendicitis is a condition‚ that once found requires immediate surgery. If this is not treated quickly
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Appendicitis(AA) is just one of the many outcomes of an array of tests that will be ran. AA is defined as an inflammation of the appendix. Appendicitis causes pain in the lower right abdomen. However‚ in most patients‚ pain begins around the navel and then moves (as it becomes more severe.) Appendicitis pain typically elevates and eventually becomes severe as inflammation worsens. “The appendix is a
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Being pregnant is a unique experience for every woman. It’s a time of change and emotional and physical highs and lows. With all the changes you go through you may feel a burning desire to keep some things the same. If you’ve become used to dying your hair you may want to continue with this important part of your beauty regimen and you may be wondering if it’s safe to do so. Doctors as group are very hesitant to give pregnant women the go ahead to do certain things. It’s true that a sip of wine won’t
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appears to cause no change in digestive function. Appendicitis is an inflammation of the appendix. Once it starts‚ there is no effective medical therapy‚ so appendicitis is considered a medical emergency. When treated promptly‚ most patients recover without difficulty. If treatment is delayed‚ the appendix can burst‚ causing infection and even death. Appendicitis is the most common acute surgical emergency of the abdomen. Anyone can get appendicitis‚ but it occurs most often between the ages of 10
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“SHOULD A PREGNANT WOMAN BE PUNISHED FOR EXPOSING HER FETUS TO RISK?” TAMEA SPURLIN HEALTH RIGHTS AND RESPONSIBILITY (HS542) JANURARY 23‚ 2011 PROFESSOR GOMILLION In my opinion‚ pregnant women should be punished for partaking in legal behaviors such as taking fertility medication‚ smoking‚ and drinking‚ all of which can cause harm to the fetus. I think a woman should subordinate her right to control her life when she decides to become
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I have a unique story to write about. When I was 15 I found I was pregnant. Initially‚ I just thought I had stomach cramps‚ but they got worse and eventually I went to the emergency room. My Mom went with me and stayed with me while the doctor ran some tests. The doctors thought I had the stomach flu‚ but they did a urine test and it showed I was pregnant. I felt nervous and afraid and my mom was upset. My mom was upset because she didn’t like the baby’s father. My mom didn’t like my boyfriend
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DEFINITION/PREVALENCE Acute disease of the GI tract may be caused by the pathogen itself or by a bacterial or other toxin. Acute inflammatory disorders such as appendicitis and peritonitis result from contamination of damaged or normally sterile tissue by a client’s own endogenous or resident bacteria (Lemone and Burke‚ 2008‚ page 766). Appendicitis is the inflammation of the vermiform (wormlike) appendix; the appendix is a small fingerlike appendage about 10 cm (4 in) long‚ attached to the cecum just
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Pregnant Inmates When carrying a child it is important to get the right care and right nutrition to assure mother and baby are healthy throughout the whole process. While at home‚ the right amount of prenatal medication and nutrients can be consumed with no doubt. There are also books and online sources you can refer to while at home to get information on whats going on with your body. Also your doctor is just a call away if you experience any issues or have any questions during your pregnancy
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slightly blood-tinged discharge. This is their mucus plug‚ and it’s a sign that their cervix has begun dilating in preparation for labor. If they experience a sudden rush of fluid‚ it may mean that their water has broken‚ (although only about 8% of pregnant women have their water break before contractions begin).
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MTV TV series “16 and Pregnant” “16 and Pregnant” “It shows the consequences of having unprotected sex and the reality of what happens after the baby is born.” They either choose to have an abortion‚ choose to keep the baby‚ or choose to give it up for adoption. Many of the teens keep the baby‚ but either drop out of high school and find a part time job or just dropout and stay home with the baby. Many people dislike the shows‚ but I think they help teens understand the realities of being unwed
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