I am 39, and I just finished my PhD. I have spent so much time in school and on my career that I have not had time to think about having a family. At my age, what is a reasonable time frame to start having kids? I would like to have two. Should I rush it now, and just try and get pregnant immediately?
Well, that obviously depends on your personal circumstances. From a medical standpoint, it is certainly preferable that you start as soon as possible. The eggs that your ovaries have are a fixed number from birth, so
Warts and Children
by Tom Seman MD FAAP June 21st, 2012 | Pediatrician on Call
My four year-old has warts on his fingers. First he had one; now there are three. Should I be concerned?
Warts are an infection of the skin by the wart virus also known as the Human Papilloma Virus. It occurs when the virus comes in contact with a break in the skin. This infection can occur when some of the wart infected skin gets into a break in some other skin. They are spread when some of the skin from the wart is scratched off and adjacent healthy skin is also scratched. This allows the wart virus to infect the adjacent
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Warts are an infection of the skin by the wart virus also known as the Human Papilloma Virus. It occurs when the virus comes in contact with a break in the skin. This infection can occur when some of the wart infected skin gets into a break in some other skin. They are spread when some of the skin from the wart is scratched off and adjacent healthy skin is also scratched. This allows the wart virus to infect the adjacent
The Testosterone Advantage Plan
by R. Carnavale June 20th, 2012 | Health Observance, Men's Health
The male hormone, testosterone, plays a big role in weight loss and muscle building; hence, a diet and exercise plan that enhances testosterone is a man’s key to getting and staying fit. The Testosterone Advantage Plan encourages men to eat lots of protein and to weightlift to lose pounds and to build muscle mass.
The men’s health “T†(as in “testosteroneâ€) means forgetting the traditional USDA food pyramid in favor of a diet that’s 33% carbohydrates, 33% protein, and 33% fat. Every day, men should eat 2 grams (.07 oz.) of protein for every 2.2 pounds of body weight –
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The men’s health “T†(as in “testosteroneâ€) means forgetting the traditional USDA food pyramid in favor of a diet that’s 33% carbohydrates, 33% protein, and 33% fat. Every day, men should eat 2 grams (.07 oz.) of protein for every 2.2 pounds of body weight –
Flip Flop Injuries
by Dean Heller MD June 15th, 2012 | Ask the Doctor
Now that it is summer, my kids want to wear flip flops all of the time. I don't think that is good, as they need more support of their feet and ankles. Is there any information out there that supports this? I would like to have my kids wear regular shoes when they are not at the pool.
That is a great observation, and you are correct. While flip flops are easy to take on and off while you are at the pool, they are not meant for walking significant distances. Wearing flip flops can cause heal and ankle pain, and
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That is a great observation, and you are correct. While flip flops are easy to take on and off while you are at the pool, they are not meant for walking significant distances. Wearing flip flops can cause heal and ankle pain, and
Teenagers and Depression
by Jessica B. June 14th, 2012 | Mental Health
Teens these days are under endless pressure, academically and socially. The biggest difference from when I was young is the Internet. With 24 hour access to friends, a social network, and the ability for things to spiral out of control on a global level, teenagers can have a difficult time figuring out their own identity.
Teenage suicide is one of the leading causes of death among teens, often ranking third or fourth depending on age. This is a sign that teen depression needs to be taken seriously and not just dismissed as drama, an attitude, or even a bout of
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Teenage suicide is one of the leading causes of death among teens, often ranking third or fourth depending on age. This is a sign that teen depression needs to be taken seriously and not just dismissed as drama, an attitude, or even a bout of