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Constant Thirst with Weight LossCommon Symptoms · MetabolicUrgent information
Recommended Care
Blood Sugar Test & Doctor Visit
Preparation & Use
Check fasting and post-prandial blood sugar levels immediately. Drink water. Avoid sweets.
Safety & Precautions
CAUTION: Classic sign of Diabetes.
When to See Doctor
IMMEDIATELY: For diagnosis and treatment plan.
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ConstipationA–Z Health · Digestive Health
Recommended Care
Warm Lemon Water (Garam Nimbu Paani)
Preparation & Use
Squeeze half lemon in 1 glass warm water. Drink empty stomach every morning. Do not add sugar.
Safety & Precautions
SAFE for adults. CAUTION: Avoid if you have acidity or gas problem.
When to See Doctor
Blood in motion, severe pet dard, no motion for 5+ days.
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Constipation Relief (Infant Prune Juice)Wellness, Mother & Child · WMC
Care Approach
Offer Small Amounts of Diluted Juice
Guidance & Use
For babies over 1 month old, offer 1-2 ounces of diluted prune, pear, or apple juice once a day. The sorbitol (a natural sugar alcohol that draws water into the intestines) in these juices helps soften the stool. Consult a pediatrician first.
Safety & Precautions
SAFE home care. CAUTION: Do not give juice to infants under 1 month old.
When to Seek Medical Advice
If the baby has not had a bowel movement in several days, or if the stool is hard and pellet-like.
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Contact DermatitisA–Z Health · Skin Health
Recommended Care
Identify & Avoid Trigger
Preparation & Use
Wash area with mild soap. Apply moisturizer. Stop using new soap/cream/jewelry causing it.
Safety & Precautions
SAFE avoidance strategy.
When to See Doctor
Rash spreads, blisters form, or interferes with sleep.
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Contact Dermatitis (Acute)First Aid & Emergency · First Aid
First Aid Approach
Wash & Apply Cream
Preparation & Use
Wash the affected area thoroughly with mild soap and cool water to remove the irritant. Apply hydrocortisone (a mild steroid cream to reduce itching and redness) or calamine lotion.
Safety & Precautions
SAFE home care.
When to Seek Medical Help
If the rash spreads rapidly, blisters, or is on the face or genitals.
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Convulsions (Seizures)A–Z Health · Neurological / EmergencyUrgent information
Recommended Care
Safety Position (Surakshit Sthiti)
Preparation & Use
Lay person on side. Clear area of hard objects. Do not put anything in mouth. Time the seizure.
Safety & Precautions
EMERGENCY: Call 108 if seizure lasts >5 mins.
When to See Doctor
First-time seizure, injury during seizure, or pregnancy.
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COPD (Chronic Lung Disease)A–Z Health · Respiratory Health
Recommended Care
Breathing Exercises & No Smoking
Preparation & Use
Quit smoking immediately. Practice pursed-lip breathing. Take prescribed inhalers regularly.
Safety & Precautions
CAUTION: Progressive disease. Needs lifelong management.
When to See Doctor
Increased shortness of breath, more mucus, or fever.
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Coping Strategies (Sleep Regression)Wellness, Mother & Child · WMC
Care Approach
Share Night Duties and Prioritize Self-Care
Guidance & Use
Sleep regressions are exhausting. Share nighttime duties with a partner, nap when the baby naps, and lower your expectations for household chores. This phase is temporary.
Safety & Precautions
SAFE wellness practice. Parental well-being is crucial for supporting the baby.
When to Seek Medical Advice
If the lack of sleep leads to severe parental burnout or depression.
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Cord Blood BankingWellness, Mother & Child · WMC
Care Approach
Arrange with a Certified Bank Before Delivery
Guidance & Use
Cord blood (the blood remaining in the umbilical cord and placenta after birth, rich in stem cells) can be collected immediately after delivery and stored in a public or private bank for potential future medical treatments. Discuss this with your obstetrician by the third trimester.
Safety & Precautions
SAFE preventive care. The collection process is painless and poses no risk to the mother or baby.
When to Seek Medical Advice
Discuss the pros and cons of public versus private banking with your healthcare provider.
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Cord Care (Umbilical)Wellness, Mother & Child · WMC
Care Approach
Keep Clean and Dry
Guidance & Use
Keep the umbilical (relating to the navel) stump clean and dry. Fold the diaper down to expose it to air. Clean with plain water if it gets dirty, and pat dry. It will naturally fall off in 1–3 weeks.
Safety & Precautions
SAFE wellness practice. CAUTION: Do not pull or pick at the stump.
When to Seek Medical Advice
If the area becomes red, swollen, smells bad, or oozes pus.
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Corneal Abrasion (Scratched Eye)First Aid & Emergency · First AidUrgent information
First Aid Approach
Rinse & Protect
Preparation & Use
Rinse the eye gently with clean water or saline (a clean saltwater solution). Do not rub the eye. Cover it loosely with a clean, sterile (germ-free) pad or shield to prevent blinking from causing more damage.
Safety & Precautions
CAUTION: Rubbing can make the scratch deeper and increase the risk of infection.
When to Seek Medical Help
IMMEDIATELY: All corneal abrasions should be evaluated by an eye doctor to prevent infection and ensure proper healing.
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Corneal UlcerA–Z Health · Eye HealthUrgent information
Recommended Care
Immediate Medical Care
Preparation & Use
Do not rub eye. Wear sunglasses. Go to eye specialist immediately for antibiotic drops.
Safety & Precautions
EMERGENCY: Can cause blindness if untreated.
When to See Doctor
IMMEDIATELY: Eye pain, redness, and white spot on cornea.
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Corns & CallusesA–Z Health · Skin Health
Recommended Care
Warm Water Soak & Pumice Stone
Preparation & Use
Soak feet in warm soapy water for 15 mins. Gently rub hard area with pumice stone. Apply moisturizer.
Safety & Precautions
SAFE external care. CAUTION: Do not cut corns with blade. Diabetics should see doctor.
When to See Doctor
Painful corns, signs of infection, or if you have diabetes.
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Cortisol Test (Morning)Diagnostics & Lab Reports · Blood Test
Test Purpose & Procedure
Measures cortisol (a steroid hormone produced by the adrenal glands in response to stress). Blood must be drawn early in the morning (around 8 AM) when levels are highest. A standard blood draw is performed.
Safety & Precautions
SAFE routine test.
When to Seek Medical Advice
If levels are abnormally high or low, consult your doctor to check for adrenal gland disorders like Cushing's syndrome or Addison's disease.
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Costochondritis (Rib Cartilage Pain)A–Z Health · Musculoskeletal Health
Recommended Care
Rest & Anti-inflammatories
Preparation & Use
Avoid heavy lifting. Apply heat/ice. Take prescribed pain relievers.
Safety & Precautions
SAFE conservative care. CAUTION: Rule out heart issues first.
When to See Doctor
Severe pain, difficulty breathing, or fever.
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Cough and Cold (Infant Home Care)Wellness, Mother & Child · WMC
Care Approach
Saline Drops and Suction
Guidance & Use
Use saline drops (a sterile saltwater solution used to loosen mucus in the nasal passages) in each nostril, followed by gentle suction with a bulb syringe. Keep the baby hydrated with frequent breast milk or formula feeds.
Safety & Precautions
SAFE home care. CAUTION: Never give over-the-counter cough or cold medicines to infants under 2 years old.
When to Seek Medical Advice
If the baby has a fever (over 100.4°F or 38°C if under 3 months), rapid breathing, or refuses to feed.
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Cough and Cold (Infant Humidifier Use)Wellness, Mother & Child · WMC
Care Approach
Use a Cool Mist Humidifier in the Nursery
Guidance & Use
Place a cool mist humidifier in the baby's room to add moisture to the air, which helps loosen nasal congestion and soothe a dry cough. Clean the humidifier daily to prevent mold and bacteria growth.
Safety & Precautions
SAFE home care. CAUTION: Never use a warm mist humidifier due to the risk of burns.
When to Seek Medical Advice
If the baby develops a fever, rapid breathing, or refuses to feed.
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Cough with BloodA–Z Health · Respiratory / EmergencyUrgent information
Recommended Care
Immediate Hospital Visit
Preparation & Use
Sit upright. Spit blood into container (do not swallow). Go to ER immediately.
Safety & Precautions
EMERGENCY: Could be TB, pneumonia, or serious lung issue.
When to See Doctor
IMMEDIATELY: Any amount of blood in cough.
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