Other Pediatric Issues

Based on the last menstrual period, you are currently 44 days pregnant. Clinically, the estimated due date is also based on the last menstrual period. It is difficult to determine the exact day of conception. Your blood hCG levels are normal, but a detailed abdominal MRI is needed to check the condition of the pregnancy and the growth and development of the baby to confirm the baby’s stability. It is recommended during pregnancy to maintain a regular schedule, be mindful of staying warm, avoid spicy and irritating foods, strictly refrain from sexual activity in the first three months of pregnancy, and regularly undergo prenatal checks. Wishing you a healthy pregnancy!
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Outcomes of Intracranial Hemorrhage in Newborns

The prognosis of intracranial hemorrhage in newborns depends on various factors, including the cause, amount of bleeding, location, type, and extent of brain damage. Timely diagnosis and treatment can improve the prognosis. Most patients survive, but approximately 10% to 20% may develop hydrocephalus. More than 50% of patients have a higher mortality rate, and about two-thirds of survivors may experience hydrocephalus or other neurological sequelae. Generally, full-term infants with acute hypoxia for 20 minutes have a better prognosis.
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Painful Growth Spurts After Three Years: How to Diagnose and Treat?

A 7-year-old child has been experiencing knee joint pain for three years, which has recently intensified. Initially thought to be related to growth spurts, the child cried out in severe pain this morning. They have previously consulted pediatricians and rheumatologists, who recommended blood tests and imaging studies to rule out rheumatoid diseases and other joint inflammations.
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