SYPHILIS-Overview, Epidemiology, Causative Agent & Risk Factors, Signs & Symptoms, Diagnostic Tests, Treatment & Management, Complications, Ways of Prevention

Overview Syphilis is a sexually transmitted infection caused by the bacterial micro-organism, Treponema pallidum. T. pallidum is a gram negative spirochete (spiral-shaped). The infection is spread through sexual contact with infected individuals. This is an infectious disease, that can also spread to other areas if left untreated. It affects the central nervous system(brain and spinal… Read More: SYPHILIS-Overview, Epidemiology, Causative Agent & Risk Factors, Signs & Symptoms,… »

SICKLE CELL DISEASE- Overview, How It Occurs, Epidemiology, Causes, Risk Factors, Signs & Symptoms, Diagnostic Tests, Treatment & Management, Complications, Ways of Prevention

  Overview   Sickle cell disease is a lifelong condition. It represents a group of hemoglobin-related disorders that are inherited from parents to their offspring. Sickle cell are abnormally-shaped red cells, as they appear like crescent moon or sickles, in stead of the normal round disc shapes. It should be noted that an individual can… Read More: SICKLE CELL DISEASE- Overview, How It Occurs, Epidemiology, Causes, Risk… »

GONORRHEA- Overview, Causative Agent & Risk Factors, Transmission, Signs & Symptoms, Diagnostic Tests, Treatment & Management, Complications, Ways of Prevention

  Overview Gonorrhea/ gonorrhoea is a common sexually transmitted disease(infection). It is characterized by painful sensation on urination and white or yellow discharges. Most of the time, there are no symptoms. If gonorrhea happens to occur during pregnancy state, it is crucial to let your doctor or gynaecologist know. Proper assessment and evaluation must be… Read More: GONORRHEA- Overview, Causative Agent & Risk Factors, Transmission, Signs &… »

Human Papilloma Virus Infection, Overview, Epidemiology, Risk Factors and Cause, Signs & Symptoms, Tests for Diagnosis, Treatment & Management, Complications, Prevention

Overview Human Papilloma Virus Infection A DNA(deoxyribonucleic acid) virus from the Paillomaviridae family causes HPV infection. Most of the infections that are due to HPV do not cause any symptoms. They are self-limiting; and resolve spontaneously in less than 2 years. Persistent HPV infection can lead to development of either warts or precancerous cells. Precancerous… Read More: Human Papilloma Virus Infection, Overview, Epidemiology, Risk Factors and Cause,… »

CERVICAL CANCER- Introduction, Epidemiology & Statistics, Risks & Causes, Signs & Symptoms, Stages, Tests for Diagnosis, Treatment & Management, Complications, Prevention Ways

  Introduction Cervical cancer is a type of cancer that is characteristic of affecting cells in the human cervix. I begins on surface of the cervix. Usually, these cells become pre-malignant/ pre-cancerous. Cervical cancer cells are different from normal cervical cells. For cervical cancer cells, there is; Difference in cell shape and size- cellular pleormorphism… Read More: CERVICAL CANCER- Introduction, Epidemiology & Statistics, Risks & Causes, Signs… »

SCHIZOPHRENIA- What Is Schizophrenia? Epidemiology, Types, Risks, Causes, Signs & Symptoms, Tests and Diagnosis, Treatment & Management, Complications, Prevention

  What Is Schizophrenia? This is a psychiatric condition. It affects the human brain. It has severe effects on both physical well-being and mental welfare. Most medical practitioners describe schizophrenia as a form or type of psychosis. Individuals that suffer from schizophrenia have a split personality. This is a serious medical problem. It affects an… Read More: SCHIZOPHRENIA- What Is Schizophrenia? Epidemiology, Types, Risks, Causes, Signs &… »

PATIENT HISTORY-TAKING (ANAMNESIS)- Overview, The Art of History-Taking, Major & Relevant Parts, Summary

Overview What Is History-Taking? Patient history-taking is also referred to as anamnesis. It is one of the most crucial aspects in the assessment, evaluation and management of patients in health care settings and even those undergoing home-based care. Obtaining relevant patient history is the first step in every examination of a patient. Therefore, history-taking is… Read More: PATIENT HISTORY-TAKING (ANAMNESIS)- Overview, The Art of History-Taking, Major &… »

BLOOD DYSCRASIAS/ DISORDERS- Overview, Components of Blood, Causes of Blood Disorders, Types, Conclusion

  Overview Blood dyscrasias refer to any blood-related diseases. These disorders affect blood components, lymph tissues, vasculature and bone marrow. Blood dyscrasias are studies under haematolgy. Haematology is the scientific study of blood, its components and functions in health and disease. An individual may be affected by more than one blood disorder. Therefore, it is… Read More: BLOOD DYSCRASIAS/ DISORDERS- Overview, Components of Blood, Causes of Blood… »

Peptic Ulcer Disease(PUD)- Introduction, Epidemiology, Types, Risk Factors, Causes, Signs & Symptoms, Complications, Diagnosis & Tests, Differential Diagnosis, Treatment & Management, Prevention

  Introduction Ulcer is a term that refers to denudation of the epithelium. A peptic ulcer refers to a sore formed in the GIT lining due to the corrossive effect of digestive juices. In PUD, there is discontinuation of the inner gastro-intestinal tract lining. This occurs due to secretion of pepsin or gastric acid. The… Read More: Peptic Ulcer Disease(PUD)- Introduction, Epidemiology, Types, Risk Factors, Causes, Signs… »

IRRITABLE BOWEL SYNDROME(IBS)- Introduction, Statistics, Sub-categories, Risk Factors, Trigger Factors, Causes, Signs & Symptoms, Tests & Diagnosis, Treatment & Management, Prevention Methods

Introduction IBS is condition that affects the gastrointestinal system. This medical problem is a lifelong condition. Initially, medics used to call it other names such as spastic bowel, spastic colon and mucous colitis. It is characterized by uncomfortable and painful symptoms, which can be managed through appropriate medicine and lifestyle modifications. Statistics About 10-15% of… Read More: IRRITABLE BOWEL SYNDROME(IBS)- Introduction, Statistics, Sub-categories, Risk Factors, Trigger Factors,… »