In the first trimester of pregnancy, it is common for most women to experience episodes of nausea accompanied by vomiting, referred to as morning sickness. Although bothersome, the condition is usually harmless. It may begin around the 6th week of pregnancy, get to its peak around the 9th week and disappear by the 16th to 18th week. In normal situations, use of antacids, changes in diet and much rest can ease the condition. However, for some women the condition is not just annoying, but also potentially dangerous, thus requiring constant monitoring throughout the pregnancy. Such severe manifestation of morning sickness is referred to as hyperemesis gravidarum (HG). (more…)

Characterized by behavioral manifestations of bizarre mentation, delusions and hallucinations, schizophrenia is one of the most infamous mental disorders. It typically appears during early adulthood, and scientists believe that the disorder is the product of both environmental and genetic factors. Management involves a mix of behavioral therapy and antipsychotic medication, which often proves ineffective in improving a patient’s condition. (more…)

Infertility is a far bigger problem than most people believe. In fact, one in three couples experience difficulty conceiving. That doesn’t mean they are completely incapable of conceiving; rather, they must jump through a number of ‘hoops’ in order to achieve their dreams of finally having a child. (more…)