Month: March 2023

Appendicitis is a medical emergency, as it can quickly become life-threatening for patients. This is especially true if a patient's appendix bursts, as a ruptured appendix can cause peritonitis, sepsis or septic shock. Prompt diagnosis and treatment can improve a...

Most births are normal and the babies healthy. However, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, about one out of every 33 newborn babies has a birth defect. Some mothers and babies also experience traumatic birth injuries. While both birth defects...