Weak tooth enamel can be a problem for some children. Weakened enamel can occur when the enamel doesn't develop fully. When baby teeth are affected, the cause is often either genetics or a result of medications the mother had to take during pregnancy. Weak enamel on adult teeth is more commonly caused by either illness or dietary deficiencies. The following tips can help you prevent weakening of adult enamel in your children or at least protect the enamel that is there if your child already has weakened enamel.
If you suffer from fall allergies, then you are likely experienced with the decision you must make every time you think about taking an allergy pill. You likely ask yourself, "Would I rather deal with the allergy symptoms or the side effects of the allergy pills today?" Among all OTC medications, few have as many side effects as OTC antihistamines, which can make some people so sleepy that they can't even keep their eyes open.
The fact that you have opposable thumbs is what sets you apart from much of the animal kingdom. However, the price of that unique ability can also lead to a unique problem: arthritis in the basal joint of your thumb. If you're starting to suffer from pain in your thumb that's limiting your movements, this is what you should know about basal joint arthritis.
What causes it?
Essentially, genetics and age are the two most common factors that dictate whether or not you're likely to develop the condition.
Traveling with arthritis can be difficult, but this does not make it impossible. In fact, if you plan well ahead, you can have a lovely trip that does not include the intense pain you may have grown accustomed to. Follow these tips to make your next trip much more enjoyable.
1. Find ways to soak in warm water.
Warm water feels amazing for arthritis and other bone problems. The water should be kept warm but not so hot that it puts stress on your heart.
If Type 1 Diabetes (T1D) runs in your family, you may be on constant alert for signs and symptoms of the development of this autoimmune disorder in your own child – excessive thirst, weight loss, or increased urination. While T1D can strike otherwise healthy children seemingly at random, there is some increasing evidence that cutting gluten from a child's diet (or even a pregnant mother's diet) can lower the risk of developing this illness.
