WELCOME TO MY SPACE

     WELCOME TO MY SPACE.

It's day 315 of 2024, and here we are. If You've found your way to this blog, I want to extend a warm welcome to you . THIS is my space and I'm happy to have you here. The journey is just beginning and I can't wait to see what the future holds. There's a lot in store for us.

For those curious about what scripted care is all about, let me borrow a few words from Austin Kleon's Steal Like An Artist;  ‘Write what you want to read, not what you know.' That's the essence of this space. I write what i wish I could read, sharing insights and  knowledge that I hope will benefit you too.

This week, i overheard a conversation among my senior colleagues who had just returned from their clinical service from various hospitals and health centers. I know, I know, It wasn't intentional! But as I listened, I picked up some valuable insight that I think were worth sharing.

Here's what I learned.

1.  Menstrual Cramps: A little prevention goes a long way.

To all the lovely ladies reading this , and to all the gentleman who care too know— here's a helpful tip on managing menstrual cramps. Did you know that taking certain antibiotics before your menstrual cycle can help reduce excruciating pain?

My colleagues mentioned something I've not heard before: taking tetracycline and flagyl a few days before your cycle begins can help prevent the pain caused by infections that often worsen menstrual cramps.

Flagyl is an antibiotic used to treat bacterial infection, including pelvic inflammatory disease, while tetracycline targets other bacterial infections. Now, here's the catch: these medications don't directly treat menstrual cramps. Instead, they address the underlying infections that make the cramps worse. By taking them before your period, you can reduce the severity of those painful symptoms. It’s a small change that could make a big difference, and I think it’s a game-changer. If this resonates with you, please make it a part of your routine.

2. If a Baby is Sick, Treat the Mother First 

At first, this advice didn’t quite make sense to me. Why would you treat a healthy (or relatively healthy) mother before the sick baby? But the more I thought about it, the more it clicked.

When a baby is ill, especially if it's related to a bacterial infection, there's a strong chance that the mother is the source. Infections can be passed to the baby during breastfeeding, so it’s crucial to treat the mother first. If you treat only the baby without addressing the mother’s health, the cycle continues. The baby could end up getting infected again, leading to recurring treatments—and higher costs. Once I understood this concept, it became so clear. Prioritizing the mother’s health helps prevent a loop of ongoing treatments for both mother and child. 

What have You Learned? 

Now, I’m curious🤔 what healthcare tips or practices have you picked up recently? What insights have you learned that could help others? Share your thoughts in the comments below! 

Until next time, take care and stay healthy.

✍️Goodness Makuochukwu