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An inguinal hernia causes a bulge in the groin when part of the intestine or abdominal tissue pushes through a weak area of the abdominal wall. Learn about symptoms, complications, diagnosis, and treatment options.
How well can babies see after birth? Learn how vision develops month by month during the first year, from blurry newborn vision to improved focus, color perception, depth perception, and recognition of faces.
Hiccups are an involuntary contraction of the diaphragm that causes a characteristic sound. Generally harmless, they can be caused by eating too quickly, drinking carbonated beverages, stress, or illness.
The diet during breastfeeding must be balanced, rich in proteins, vitamins, minerals and liquids, to ensure the adequate production of breast milk and the health of mother and baby.
Circumcision is the surgical removal of the foreskin that covers the glans penis. It can be performed for medical, religious or cultural reasons, with the potential benefits of hygiene and reducing infections.
