Things that happen during pregnancy and early infancy may have profound health effects on babies, potentially impacting them throughout their lives. This includes the development of conditions such as cerebral palsy. For parents, knowing the potential symptoms and...
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When misdiagnosis is medical negligence
Medical professionals must uphold a certain standard of care. Patients that seek medical treatment for moderate to severe symptoms should receive an accurate diagnosis as a result of their doctor’s comprehensive and careful efforts. Though misdiagnosed conditions are...
Can your doctor have prevented birth canal complications?
Birth canal issues can occur for any number of issues. Among others, those include abnormal presentation, too large of a baby, pelvic abnormalities and uterine fibroids. Regardless of why they occur, birth canal issues can cause prolonged labor or hinder labor from...
The dangers of a cerebrospinal fluid leak misdiagnosis
A healthy central nervous system, which primarily includes your brain and spinal cord, is vital for everything you do. If you suffer a central nervous system injury or develop an illness that affects your brain or spinal cord, your life may never be the same again....
A look at brachial plexus injuries
Whether you are the parent of a newborn who recently sustained an injury during the birthing process or you have concerns about potential complications during childbirth, it is very important to take steps to safeguard your child. Unfortunately, there are a number of...
About 20% of serious medical conditions are misdiagnosed
You may place a lot of faith in your family physician, but you may, too, be remiss to take everything he or she says at face value. Research regarding how often family physicians misdiagnose serious medical conditions is showing how important it is to seek a second...
4 reasons fentanyl patches are problematic
If you have a chronic medical condition or serious injury, you may suffer from extreme discomfort. Fortunately, you probably do not have to grit your teeth and bear the pain. On the contrary, medical professionals have a variety of ways to help you address discomfort....