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Why does the Dr give a newborn vitamin K?
Vitamin K is routinely administered to newborns to help prevent blood clotting disorders. This disorder is called Vitamin K Deficiency Bleeding and occurs in about 1 in 10,000 babies. Infants with this disorder can begin to bleed into the brain, often leading to brain damage or death. There is some controversy about whether or not these injections increase the risk of the child developing leukemia later in life.
Is the media a direct result of eating disorders?
No, it is often the other way around. Many eating disorders stem from media and social influences.
What are two medical complications that often result from eating disorders?
Diabetes, Polycystic ovarian disease.
What eating disorder causes the person to stay thin?
Bulimia and Anorexia are eating disorders that often result in weight loss.
Metabolic disorders affecting the central nervous system often result in the accumulation of?
Metabolic disorders affecting the central nervous system can result in the accumulation of toxic metabolic byproducts, such as ammonia in urea cycle disorders or organic acids in organic acidemias. These byproducts can disrupt normal brain function and lead to neurological symptoms or cognitive impairment. Treatment often involves dietary modifications to limit the production of these toxic substances.
What are some specific disorders of the digestive tract with heartburn as a symptom?
Heartburn is often a symptom of gastro-esophageal reflux disease (GERD), or can result from a gastric ulcer.
Does pt 13.3 mean prothrombin time of 13.3?
Yes, "pt 13.3" typically refers to a prothrombin time (PT) of 13.3 seconds. Prothrombin time is a blood test that measures how long it takes for blood to clot and is often used to evaluate the coagulation system. A PT result can help assess the risk of bleeding or clotting disorders.
Mental retardation caused by what disorders is often apparent from infancy?
If retardation is caused by chromosomal or other genetic disorders, it is often apparent from infancy.
What gives you vitamin's?
Often times milk or food will give you vitamin A. You can also get vitamin A from a variety of daily multi-vitamins.
What vitamin is often added in milk?
Vitamins D and A
What is hematospermosis?
Hematospermosis is the presence of blood in semen. Though most often benign and idiopathic, it is sometimes the result of urethral stricture, infected prostate, or a congenital bleeding disorder.
What is a good adverb for the word bleeding?
When there is a lot of bleeding, it is often said that the person in question is bleeding profusely. Otherwise, perhaps this person is only bleeding slightly.
