Pseudomyxoma peritonei (PMP) is a rare, chronic, and often misdiagnosed disease defined by the dispersed mucinous ascites and tissue lining the peritoneal cavity, and generally […]
Uterine Artery Embolization: Technique and Complications
Uterine bleeding has always been a major concern when talking about women’s health – whether it occurs during or after childbirth, as part of overly […]
Hypospadias Treatments
By Jeyashree Sundaram, MBA Hypospadias treatment is classified into different types by its location and severity. Midshaft, perineal, penoscrotal, and glanular or distal hypospadias are […]
Everything You Need to Know About Giving Up Cigarettes
So you have decided to give up smoking. That is undoubtedly a great decision, but the difficulties start from day one. Cigarettes truly are addictive, […]
Causes of Heartburn (Acid Reflux)
Heartburn is characterized by a painful burning sensation that originates from the chest and spreads toward the throat. The main cause of heartburn, or acid […]
Amniocentesis Procedure
Amniocentesis is a prenatal diagnostic procedure in which a minute amount of amniotic fluid is extracted and tested for chromosomal anomalies in the fetus. The […]
Gardner Syndrome Symptoms
Gardner syndrome was first reported in 1951 by a college genetics teacher, comprising the clinical triad of osteomas, polyposis coli, and mesenchymal tumors of skin […]
Antibiotic Resistance Influence on Wound Care
Antibiotic resistance is one of the factors which causes delay in wound healing and a corresponding spike in medical and healthcare expenses. The primary reason […]
Ferroptosis as a Treatment for Human Disease
Ferroptosis is a recently recognized form of cell death caused by accumulation of lipid peroxides. Studies have linked this form of cell death with a […]
What is Bowler’s Thumb?
Overview Bowler's thumb refers to a rare, traumatic neuropathic condition involving the ulnar digital nerve of the thumb. The condition becomes symptomatic as the thumb […]
Allergy Patch Testing
Allergy patch testing is used to screen substances to determine the cause of an allergic skin reaction. Patches with different suspected irritants (allergens) are applied […]
Serological Testing for COVID-19
A novel coronavirus that was first reported in China in December 2019 quickly led to a global pandemic. Named COVID-19, the virus has had a […]
Serological Testing for COVID-19
A novel coronavirus that was first reported in China in December 2019 quickly led to a global pandemic. Named COVID-19, the virus has had a […]
What is Major Depressive Disorder?
Major depressive disorder (MDD), or ‘clinical depression’, is described as feelings of persistent sadness, worthlessness and hopelessness. It is a serious medical condition which affects […]