American Academy of Family Physicians.
American Academy of Family Physicians.
Search
-
When Does My Child Need Emergency Services?
Knowing when to take your child to the emergency room can be a difficult decision, but there are things you… but how your child is acting. If your child has a fever of 103° F but is acting normally and taking in fluids, it's probably…
-
Hearing Problems in Children
Hearing loss in children can be caused by a number of factors. Recognizing the symptoms early increases the chances of… Medicines that harm the ear A hole in the ear drum Infections and viruses, such as meningitis, encephalitis, chicken pox, and measles Fluid in the…
-
Whooping Cough
Whooping cough is a respiratory infection. It is also known as pertussis. Whooping cough is highly contagious and is most… and off, even with medicine. Over-the-counter medicines for coughing do not help with whooping cough. You should rest and drink fluids to prevent dehydration. You…
-
Vaginitis
Vaginitis is a medical term to describe inflammation of the vagina… vagina, and the cervix. They will look for abnormal discharge from the vagina. They may look at a sample of your vaginal fluid under a microscope. They might do additional tests for specific causes,…
-
Pregnancy with Multiples
Pregnancy with multiples means more than one baby in your uterus at once. They carry a higher chance of gestational… preeclampsia (a type of high blood pressure) Intrahepatic cholestasis of pregnancy (a buildup of bile in the liver) Polyhydramnios (too much amniotic fluid) Miscarriage (giving…
-
Cholesterol-lowering Medicines
Prescription medicine can lower cholesterol levels and reduce cardiac events… drugs include the following: Diarrhea or constipation Abdominal pain, cramps, bloating, or gas Nausea Vomiting Headache Drowsiness Dizziness Muscle aches or weakness Flushing (skin turning red and warm) Sleep problems Tell your doctor as…
-
Kidney Stones
Your body removes waste through urine that’s made in your kidneys. When waste doesn’t properly leave your kidneys, it can… kidney stone within 10 years. But there are things you can do to lower your risk: Drink at least 2 liters of fluids (water is…
-
Leprosy
Leprosy is a chronic infection caused by bacteria. It can affect the skin, nerves of the hands and feet, eyes,… What is leprosy? Leprosy is a chronic infection caused by Mycobacterium leprae (M. leprae) bacteria. It can affect the skin and the nerves of the hands and feet as well as…
-
Pyloric Stenosis
What is pyloric stenosis? Pyloric stenosis is a medical condition. It is a narrowing of the opening between the stomach and the small intestine. That space is called the pylorus. It often occurs in babies younger than 6 months. It is more common in…
-
Congenital Heart Disease: How to Care for Your Baby and Yourself
Caring for a baby with a congenital heart defect can be stressful. There are many things you can do to… If your baby was born with a congenital heart defect, you’re probably experiencing a lot of feelings. It’s normal to feel angry, guilty, scared, sad,…
-
Prostatitis
Prostatitis is an inflammation of the prostate gland that happens when the tissue becomes swollen an irritated… What is prostatitis? The prostate is a gland that is part of the male reproductive system. It’s about the size of a walnut and helps in sperm…
-
Air Travel Health Tips
One key to air travel is to prepare ahead of time. Follow these tips to make your air travel healthier… Traveling can be a big process, especially when you’re flying. It can be hard to relax, stay healthy, and feel safe. This applies whether you’re…
-
Mouth and Teeth: How to Keep Them Healthy
Having a healthy mouth can have overall health benefits. Good oral health takes discipline like brushing and flossing every… Taking good care of your mouth and teeth throughout your life can help prevent both dental and medical problems. You can do this by brushing and…
-
Caring for Your Premature Baby
A premature baby is one that is born before the 37th week of pregnancy and can require a lot of… The birth of a baby is usually a happy time but can also be stressful. There are many things that can add stress, including if…
-
Diabetes Insipidus
Diabetes insipidus is a hormone disorder that causes extreme thirst and increased urination. There is no cure, but it can… What is diabetes insipidus? Despite the name, diabetes insipidus is not related to type 1 or type 2 diabetes. Diabetes insipidus is a hormone disorder. It occurs…
-
Chronic Pain Medicines
Chronic pain can last from 3 months to many years. Medicines to treat it include pain relievers, antidepressants, and… Chronic pain is a type of pain that continues over time. It can last anywhere from 3 months or more to several years. Chronic pain may…
-
AIDS
AIDS (acquired immune deficiency syndrome) is a life-threatening condition caused by human immunodeficiency virus (HIV)… What is AIDS? AIDS (acquired immune deficiency syndrome) is the last stage of the life-threatening human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) that makes your body’s cells unable to fight off infections. Having…
-
Urinary Tract Infections in Young Children
A urinary tract infection (UTI) is a condition that affects the kidneys, bladder, and urethra area… What is a urinary tract infection? A urinary tract infection (UTI) affects the kidneys, bladder, and urethra. Infection occurs when bacteria builds in the urinary tract when waste isn’t…
