Tag Archives: Early Symptoms

Early Symptoms of Autoimmune Hepatitis

When I was nineteen years old, I was diagnosed with autoimmune hepatitis. It was a complete shock to me, especially since I had never heard of the disease before. I had been having some strange symptoms, but I didn’t think they could signal hepatitis. There was no history of liver disease in our family, and […]

Early Symptoms of Pregnancy: Beyond Missed Periods

Sometimes, early pregnancy symptoms can allude women. There are many symptoms pointing to a pregnancy that may seem to have nothing to do with pregnancy. The most obvious sign of pregnancy is a missed menstruation cycle. Missing a period is what causes most women to research further into a possible pregnancy. Implantation bleeding may also […]

Shingles and Pregnancy

People often think that shingles is a disease that only affects older adults. However, it can affect anyone. My husband had an outbreak when he was in his early thirties. He had a lot of pain near his eye and then the shingles appeared. Unfortunately, although unlikely, pregnant women can also get shingles. What is […]

Strep Throat Symptoms in Dogs

Yes, dogs can get strep throat, and it can be fatal, so be aware of the symptoms. My parents’ dog almost died from strep throat, misdiagnosed by a veterinary neurologist who was treating the animal for a brain tumor. Once upon a time the German shepherd was weak and had a poor appetite, glassy eyes, […]