Author: Rabya Jamshed

She loves to explore various facts, ideas, perception and aspects of life and pen them down in her words. Writing is her passion. She enjoys writing on a vast variety of subjects, and health care is just one among her several specialty areas. She works closely with the “Marham” Health care team to churn out informative health content in Pakistan!

When a baby is born before the 37th week of pregnancy, it is considered premature or preterm. A typical pregnancy lasts approximately 40 weeks. The final weeks in the womb are critical for healthy weight gain and the full development of various vital organs such as the brain and lungs. As a result, premature babies may have more medical issues and require a more extended hospital stay. They may also have long-term health issues like learning or physical disabilities. The cause of premature birth is frequently unknown. Certain factors, however, are known to increase a woman’s risk of going into…

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“Every patient is a life story, and we enjoyed helping them all.” – Dr. Ruth. Dr. Ruth Pfau (9th September 1929 – 10th August 2017) died in Karachi, a shining beacon of benevolence and dedication to leprosy patients. She had been undergoing treatment at the Marie Adelaide Leprosy Center for the last two weeks and passed on to the great beyond during surgery at 12:30 am on Wednesday, as per the leprosy Center. Soon after her death, tributes came gushing in for the German nun who spent over half a century in the Islamic Republic of Pakistan battling leprosy. What is…

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8 Toothbrush Facts You Must Know About! The ‘toothbrush,’ your weapon in the war against dental caries, kicks plaque to the curb, keeps cavities at bay, and most importantly, saves you from having a bad breath. Many of us take this bristled friend for granted but believe me; you need to know these toothbrush facts now. Dental visits, flossing your teeth, brushing, using a good toothbrush, and other practices are necessary to avoid oral health disorders. These are the most prevalent diseases that people get globally, and many people are unaware of them. Therefore, learning about oral hygiene and visiting…

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What Is The Thyroid Gland? The Thyroid could be a butterfly-shaped secretor that sits low on the front of the neck. The thyroid gland is situated in front of the windpipe and is responsible for producing and secreting hormones that regulate growth and metabolism. Through the hormones it produces, the endocrine gland influences most of the metabolic processes in your body. Thyroid disorders will vary from a tiny low, harmless disease (enlarged gland), that needs no treatment to grievous cancer. the foremost common thyroid issues involve abnormal production of thyroid hormones. An excessive amount of endocrine leads to a condition…

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Dentists are those, who diagnose and treat problems with patients’ teeth, gums, and related parts of the mouth. They provide advice and instruction on taking care of your teeth and gums and on diet choices that affect oral health. What Typically A Dentist Do? Dentists typically do the following duties- Removes decay from teeth and fill cavities. Repair fractured teeth and remove teeth. Place whitening agents on teeth. Prescribe medications. Examine X-rays of teeth, gums, the jaw, and nearby areas in order to diagnose problems. Administer anesthetics to keep patients from feeling pain during procedures. Make models for dental appliances…

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Mothers, who have given birth through cesarean section mostly emphasized on the ridiculous notion that having an abdominal delivery is the ONLY “easy way” to have a baby. When I first heard there was even a discussion regarding C-section moms not being “real moms” because they selected the so-called “easy method out” of delivery, I used to be completely mind-blown. Here are a few reasons I, other obstetrical delivery mothers, and some of OBGYNs assume this debate is 100% ridiculous! Doctors, however, say it is prejudiced, to see a rise in C-section delivery rate in isolation as every pregnancy is…

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The tiniest humans, yes your newborn baby can create big challenges for you. Marham recently asked new-moms on their first child, what their toughest problems were. Including dilemmas with breastfeeding, work, handling annoying pieces of advice and losing the baby weight. A number of emotional problems can arise when you are pregnant or have had a baby. Here are their best strategies for coping with each one. Unexpected Realities: After bringing home a new baby, it can be a real shock and you find your life has dramatically changed. It is the unrealistic expectations surrounding childbirth and child-rearing that can…

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People with different kinds of phobias often acknowledge their fear is irrational and that no real danger is present, but most of them require help in order to defeat & overcome their phobia. What Are Phobias? Phobias are illogical & unreasonable fears of an activity, situation, or thing. This fear is severely bad as it limits a person’s activities and life. Many people with phobias likely run out of their way to refrain from the things they fear. An estimated 6 million people suffer from phobias. Women are twice as likely to suffer from them compared to men. It is…

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If you have lower backache, you are not alone. About 85% of adults experience low back pain at some speck in their lifetimes. Lower back pain can vary from slow pain that develops gradually to sudden, sharp or persistent & relentless pain felt below the waist. It may travel downward into the buttocks and sometimes into one or both lower ends. The most prevalent cause is muscle strain or Muscular pressure often related to heavy physical labor, lifting or vigorous movement, bending, curving or twisting into awkward positions, or standing in one position for too long. Understanding and Treating Lower…

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Have you ever let some insensitive comments about your pregnancy or your baby throws you into a panic? So, You’re not alone. Every pregnant woman and new moms have had to grin and bear spontaneous advice from total strangers, not to mention people whether they are friends and relatives. But why do people dole out their advice so freely? I saw many women, they feel an instant bond with any pregnant stranger or new mom. This bond, which causes normal social boundaries to disintegrate & worsen, giving people a feeling that they now have a license to make comments when…

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