The postnatal examination is in the first instance an examination of the woman’s physical health. Routine questions about her general wellbeing, lactation, duration of lochia and healing of the perineum will be asked as a matter of course. Details of the delivery may need to be discussed. Blood pressure and weight are checked and pelvic [...]
Mr. C. has severe premature ejaculation and he put it this way. ‘Imagine what it is like. You put on a condom to stop coming. Sometimes I come when she is watching me put it on, and if I get inside I am likely to go soft and it will come off before I ejaculate.’ [...]
Miss J., aged 19, was 17 weeks pregnant. This would be her second abortion. She was very ambivalent about whether she wanted to have a baby or continue with her free, youthful life of going out whenever she felt like it and spending her wages on clothes. She revealed that she had had a lot [...]
History-taking will not be regarded as an interrogation or intrusion if its relevance is explained. To facilitate rapport during history-taking and to avoid misunderstandings, the doctor needs to be specific and wherever possible avoid medical terminology. Thus the words ‘clotted or inflamed blood vessels’ may replace ‘thrombophlebitis’. It is important that words such as ‘migraine’ [...]
Men who feel inadequate, and who are unable to compete with their peers because of lack of skills and training, may put great emphasis on their ability to get their partners pregnant, some talking of their plans to have a football team. Condoms are mocked; they split and tear and cannot hold back their powerful [...]
White -The Colour of Purity, Innocence and Trust White is the combination of all other colours. It is a great colour to use if you are confused about which colour is needed. White cleanses and purifies the soul and body. White is the divine, white light can be called upon for any imbalance. This clear [...]
Slow Deep Breathing or Simple Yoga Breath This exercise relaxes your mind and body, increases your oxygen supplies and centers your awareness. Sitting or lying in a comfortable position with your eyes closed, brine in your breath slowly and fully to the pit of your stomach. Breathe in and out through the nose only. Place [...]
Chaparral (Larrea divaricate) Chaparral contains a potent anti-oxidant, nor-dihydroguaiaretic acid (NDGA). NDGA has been found to have anti-tumour activity and life-extension properties. Being a potent antioxidant, chaparral is able to scavenge free radicals and toxins that contribute to cancer formation. People around the world who have used chaparral tea have claimed to have regressed malignant [...]
Silica, Silicon Foods rich in silica are essential for healthy hair, skin and teeth. It is the major beauty mineral required for hair growth, proper eyesight, repair of damaged tissues, efficient cell growth, the formation of red blood cells, good circulation and internal cleansing. Silica-rich foods are believed to protect the body against the development [...]
The amazing healing potential contained within vitamins is often underestimated, especially in their advantageous use against cancer. There is nothing more beneficial than the incorporation of specific vitamins, minerals and antioxidants into your daily lifestyle in suitable amounts. Vitamins can boost the body’s immune system, decrease tumour size, prevent further cancer production, increase energy levels [...]