Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsWhen to Take a TestHow Soon Is Too Soon?Timing TestingTaking a Pregnancy TestNext Steps Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents When to Take a Test How Soon Is Too Soon? Timing Testing Taking a Pregnancy Test Next Steps Whether you’re actively trying to get pregnant or not, the time between unprotected sex and when you can take a pregnancy test feels like forever....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsAfter SurgeryReturning to ExerciseResuming SexRisk of Being Active Too SoonModifying ActivitiesSleeping Position Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents After Surgery Returning to Exercise Resuming Sex Risk of Being Active Too Soon Modifying Activities Sleeping Position If you’ve recently had a tummy tuck, you will likely want to know when it is safe to resume exercise and sexual activities. Also known as anabdominoplasty, a tummy tuck is a surgery to remove excess skin and fat from the belly....

After aloop electrosurgical excision procedure(LEEP), the last thing on your mind might be having sex, but eventually, you may want to be intimate again with your partner. Since LEEP is a surgical procedure, there are some things to be aware of regarding sex post-LEEP. The average time to wait before having sex after LEEP is about four to six weeks.How long you wait depends on how much of your cervical tissue is removed....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsHow They WorkWhen to Take a Pregnancy TestInstructionsAccuracyFalse ResultsWhen to Call a Doctor Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents How They Work When to Take a Pregnancy Test Instructions Accuracy False Results When to Call a Doctor The earliest most at-homepregnancy testswill read positive is 10 days after conception. Some early-detection pregnancy tests may read positive as early as eight days post-conception with about 75% accuracy....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsStressManaging StressFrequently Asked Questions Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Stress Managing Stress Frequently Asked Questions Raising children with special needs isstressful. Some situations are more stressful than others, but even a relatively mild learning disability can make daily life more complex. Fortunately, there are options for finding help and support. FG Trade / Getty Images Special Needs Parenting Is Stressful Researchers have asked, “Is it more stressful to raise a child with special needs?...

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsHow Prosody WorksProsody and AutismWhy Prosody MattersResources to Help With Prosody Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents How Prosody Works Prosody and Autism Why Prosody Matters Resources to Help With Prosody Nearly all autistic people have communication challenges andproblems with spoken language.This is true even for those people who have no speech delays or difficulty with pronunciation.That’s because spoken language involves more than the use of words....

Healthcare providers may refer people diagnosed withautism spectrum disorder(ASD) tospeech therapy. In some cases, this can help autistic children with limited or compromised speech and their families gain vital communication skills. Even very verbal autistic people are likely to benefit from speech therapy. That’s because, while they can form words and sentences, they are likely to misuse and misunderstand language on a regular basis. This article explains how speech therapy can help autistic people and offers some tips on how to find a qualified speech therapist....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsSSRIs and PeriodsWhich Affect Periods More?Tapering Off of SSRIsSide EffectsOther FactorsAntidepressants and PMDD Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents SSRIs and Periods Which Affect Periods More? Tapering Off of SSRIs Side Effects Other Factors Antidepressants and PMDD Selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors(SSRIs) are a class of antidepressants that can affect menstrual (period) bleeding, with side effects such as missed periods or heavy bleeding.Examples of common SSRIs are Celexa (citalopram), Prozac (fluoxetine), Lexapro (escitalopram), and Zoloft (sertraline)....

Key TakeawaysVenues like stadiums, convention centers, and even parking lots are being converted into large-scale vaccination sites to quickly and efficiently vaccinate a high volume of eligible people.These mass vaccination sites require appointments, so call ahead or sign up online. Spaces fill fast, so you may have to keep trying to find a slot.Some mass vaccination sites are indoors; others are drive throughs. Check the details and ask about parking and bathroom access....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsSymptomsCausesDiagnosisTreatment Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Symptoms Causes Diagnosis Treatment Status asthmaticusis a severe and potentially life-threateningasthma attack. More commonly known as acute severe asthma, status asthmaticus occurs whenbronchodilator drugsfail to control an attack. Some cases have been known to cause acollapsed lung,coma, andcardiac arrest. Status asthmatica is a medical emergency that can affect anyone with mild to severe asthma. It is associated with poor asthma control and is commonly seen in poor people who lack access to consistent asthma care....

Not all relationships are good ones, especially when it comes to disclosing asexually transmitted infection(STI) diagnosis. However, that is not necessarily a reason to avoid a relationship with someone. The way a partner handles that diagnosis can give you a good idea of his or her character. It can also help you figure out whether your relationship is a good one. PeopleImages / Getty Images Intentionally Infecting Their Lovers The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reports that as of 2023, 35 states have laws that criminalize HIV exposure, and some have laws that also criminalize exposing someone to other STIs....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsSelf-Check/At-HomeLabs and TestsDifferential DiagnosesFrequently Asked QuestionsNext in Stomach Flu GuideTreating Gastroenteritis With Medication, Diet, and Self Care Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Self-Check/At-Home Labs and Tests Differential Diagnoses Frequently Asked Questions Next in Stomach Flu Guide The stomach flu is not related to theinfluenza virus (“the flu”), which is a contagious upper respiratory condition. Verywell / Hilary Allison If a trip to a doctor is made, a diagnosis is most often made based on the symptoms and medical history....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsSelf-ChecksLabs and TestsImagingDifferential DiagnosesFrequently Asked Questions Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Self-Checks Labs and Tests Imaging Differential Diagnoses Frequently Asked Questions Diagnosis ofstrep throatcannot be based solely on clinicalsigns and symptoms, and additional tests are required for positive identification of theStreptococcus pyogenesbacteria thatcause the condition. A rapid strep test can yield same-day results, but it may take a couple of days to get the results of a throat culture, which is more accurate....