We all experience itching of the scalp every now and then. This is usually not serious. In most cases it is just temporary scalp irritation but when it is ongoing and accompanied by a rash or loss of hair then it needs to be investigated further. Even when there is no...
Weight gain is a normal part of any healthy pregnancy. The changes in the body due to the alteration of hormones and appetite, along with the growing fetus, contribute to weight gain and should not be a cause for concern. Even though you are “eating for...
We all pass stool on a daily basis and it is an essential process whereby the body rids the system of wastes. Most of the time we do not give the process of defecation any further thought but it is important to understand what should be considered normal and where a...
Having high blood pressure (hypertension) at any time can lead to problems but especially so during pregnancy. It could have dangerous outcomes for you and your baby, particularly the risk of pre-eclampsia, if adequate care is not taken to control it effectively. With...
Vitamin B9, also referred to as folic acid or folate, is one of the most essential vitamins belonging to the class of B complex vitamins. This vitamin is probably best known for its importance in pregnancy and fetal development. Functions of Vitamin B9 Folic acid is...
Hypertension or high blood pressure is one of the most common chronic conditions among South Africans. Many people not realise that they have this condition because hypertension is usually silent. This means that it does not cause any symptoms until it is discovered...
