Now that autumn is in full swing, so are college parties, game nights, and initiation ceremonies. Along with these activities comes the likelihood of drinking, and unfortunately, a rise in alcohol poisonings. Alcohol overdose is a serious condition that requires urgent medical care. Education is the key to prevention as well as for caring for someone who is suffering from alcohol poisoning. Here's what you need to know.
What Is Alcohol Poisoning?
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Physicians are busy people, and with so many patients on their list each day, it can sometimes seem like they are flying through your appointment and rushing you out of the office. It certainly helps to look for a primary care physician who seems to take their time and offer more one-on-one attention to patients. However, when it comes to getting more out of your annual checkups, some of the burden lies on you—not just on the physician.
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A high-risk pregnancy isn't something to take lightly, and many obstetricians have pregnancy consulting appointments to help women who are facing the potential of a high risk pregnancy. This provides an opportunity to review the risks and develop a solid plan for addressing those issues. If you're thinking about becoming pregnant and you want to address any chances of a high-risk pregnancy right away, you can request a consult with your obstetrician.
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Dental implants are a great permanent solution for tooth loss, and they pretty much last a lifetime when properly cared for. But if your child recently lost a tooth, they may have to wait a while. Here's how to know whether or not dental implants are right for your child and some alternatives that will preserve that smile until the time for dental implants has arrived.
How Dental Implants Work
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For many people, trapped wind is a common and unpleasant side effect following a routine colonoscopy. While the symptoms will often quickly subside, you might need help to get over this symptom. Find out how wind gets trapped in your body after a colonoscopy, and learn more about the steps you can take to ease the problem.
What causes trapped air after a colonoscopy
The doctor inserts a long, flexible instrument called a colonoscope through your rectum and then carefully moves the instrument around the curves of your colon.
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