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Gastric infection is inflammation of the stomach wall. This inflammation begins with an imbalance of stomach acid which then attacks and erodes the stomach wall back. Gastric wall eroded by gastric acid can become sores or ulcers. If left unchecked, this condition can lead to infection caused by H. pylori bacteria. Below are some more complete explanations of how gastric infections occur, how they are symptoms, and what hazards can occur. How does gastric infection occur? Stomach basically produces acids that function to digest food, but it also kills bacteria in the stomach. So that the stomach wall is not damaged due to stomach acid, the stomach produces mucus as a natural protector. The amount of protective mucus and stomach acid in normal circumstances is balanced. In addition to protecting the stomach wall, this mucus also protects the duodenum (the first part of the small intestine). Gastritis or early stages of gastric infection can occur if the amount of stomach acid is m...

Cigarettes and smoke contain thousands of chemicals that are dangerous if inhaled by anyone, especially pregnant women. Cigarette smoke inhaled by pregnant women can cause various health problems, including the fetus they contain. Cigarette smoke can stay in the air for 2-3 hours. The chemical content of cigarette smoke can even stick to walls or home furnishings for years. Although not visible, the smoke can still be inhaled by many people, including pregnant women. This Impact of Smoking Near Pregnant Women Smoking near pregnant women is indeed very dangerous. The following are some of the risks that might occur if pregnant women inhale cigarette smoke: 1. Miscarriage The risk of miscarriage in the first trimester will increase if pregnant women are exposed to cigarette smoke. The chemicals contained in cigarettes will enter the bloodstream of pregnant women and fetuses. This can disrupt fetal development, cause genetic abnormalities or birth defects, leading to miscarriage....

Potassium is one of the important nutrients the body needs, so it needs to be consumed regularly. Potassium-containing foods are very easy to find, and can be added to your daily diet. Potassium is one type of electrolyte that has an important role for health. The function of potassium, among others, is to maintain fluid and electrolyte balance in the body, ensuring the functioning of the brain, nerves, muscles, and heart to work normally. Not only that, potassium also helps stabilize blood pressure, prevent strokes, heart disease, kidney damage, and bone loss. Potassium deficiency can cause various health problems, such as fatigue, weakened muscles, tingling, nausea, constipation, and heart rhythm disorders. The recommended consumption of potassium for adults is 4500 - 4700 mg per day. Potassium intake which is more recommended is from food. If you want to take potassium supplements, you should consult with your doctor first. Foods that contain a lot of potassium The following ...

Bilirubin is a yellow pigment in the blood and stool. Bilirubin is made by the body when red blood cells are destroyed naturally. In newborns, one sign of high bilirubin levels is the condition of yellow babies. The baby will turn yellow if bilirubin is not processed properly by the liver. This can occur because the amount of bilirubin produced from the destruction of blood cells is too much, so the liver does not have time to process it, or indeed because there is interference with the liver. When this happens, the surface of the skin and the whites of the eyes turn yellow. This condition is called jaundice. Ensuring Normal Bilirubin Levels Through Blood Tests To ascertain bilirubin levels, it is necessary to have a blood test. The examination is carried out the first few days since the baby is born. This is to prevent the possibility of harmful effects that threaten the safety of the baby. In newborns, normal bilirubin levels should be below 5 mg / dL. However, not a few newbo...

Newborns tend to have a habit of going to sleep during the day. Because not yet accustomed to facing this baby's sleep patterns, Father and Mother might feel confused and tired when accompanying the Little One. But not to worry, there are some tips that can be done to familiarize the Little Si sleep patterns become more regular. Baby patterns and sleep schedules are not regular. Some babies tend to take longer naps, but some sleep longer at night. Actually the baby's habit of always sleeping during the day is normal. This happens because the comfortable and warm atmosphere felt by the baby while in the womb will carry over until the baby is born. In fact, there are some babies who spend 16-18 hours per day to sleep. Around 6-8 hours it will probably be spent Little for a nap. They usually only wake up when they want to suckle because they are thirsty and hungry or when their parents change their diapers. If the baby continues to fall asleep during the day, then it is likel...