Risk Factors of Placenta Previa
Surgery on the uterus, having more than one child, and having twins or triplets are risk factors of placenta previa. Dr. Robert Feldman, Chief and Medical Director of Obstetrics and Gynecology with Baptist Health South Florida, explains them, and talks …
Risks of an Early Delivery
Women with multiple pregnancies are six times more likely to give birth in prematurely terms.
“Delivering early is kind of the hallmark risk of when you have multiple pregnancy. It’s a space issue and when the uterus is distended or …
Are there any dangers inside my home?
People like to think of their home as a safe haven, a place where they can feel comfortable and secure. But our homes can pose risks to our well-being also. The ground on which houses stand, the materials from which …
What happens if my retina is detached?
The retina is the light-sensing layer of tissue that lines the back of the globe of the eye. Images that are focused onto the retina by the lens of the eye are sent to the brain via the optic nerve. …
Why is flood water dangerous?
“Water, water, everywhere,
And all the boards did shrink;
Water, water, everywhere,
Nor any drop to drink.”
― Samuel Taylor Coleridge, The Rime of the Ancient Mariner
Hurricanes Harvey and Irma have recently flooded Texas, Florida and surrounding states, causing …
Do I need antibiotics for a sinus infection?
This time of year, we get many questions about sinus infections. There are so many illnesses going around, and many people are worried that they have a sinus infection. Most people believe that sinus infections require antibiotics to improve. It …
Do You Know Your Heart Age?
February is Heart Month, so I am trying to use this month to focus on topics that might help raise awareness about our heart health. One way to understand your risk for a heart attack or stroke is to learn …
