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Keratoacanthoma is a skin tumour which arises from the hair follicle. It is a low-grade skin tumour, which is more likely to occur on parts of the skin regularly exposed to the ultraviolet rays of the sun. This leads to DNA damage in that portion of the skin and subsequently to the development of a skin tumour in the form […]
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The condition called Leber Congenital Amaurosis (LCA) is an inherited one, caused by the transmission of two copies of a defective or mutated gene, one from each parent, which results in abnormal retinal development and significant or total impairment of its function. The loss of vision results in visual acuity of 20/400 or less. Clinical Features The clinical criteria first […]
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For patients with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), it is important to manage the condition appropriately to ensure they maintain a high quality of life. Management techniques typically include several different approaches simultaneously, such as behavior therapy, lifestyle interventions and education about the condition. Pharmacotherapy is usually indicated to manage the symptoms of the condition. Most drugs used in the […]
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The endocrine system is made up of certain special glands and the hormones produced by those glands in the body. The hormones are important for instructing specific cells to produce particular actions in response to a stimulus or imbalance in the body. The glands are responsible to recognize the need for hormone secretion. The hormones travel in the bloodstream to […]
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Dumping syndrome is a known problem for persons who have undergone gastric, esophageal or bariatric surgeries. It is believed to as a direct consequence of the rapid transit of large osmotically active food particles into the lumen of the small intestine. It is estimated that up to 1 in 5 people who have had parts of their stomach surgically removed […]
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Mole mapping is a procedure used for surveillance of skin for malignant melanoma. Skin is examined, and through the use of dermoscopy, lesions of concern are identified and evaluated. Typically, mole mapping is done by means of photography or digital images of the whole body surface. This is kept as a record for future comparison to identify new lesions, or […]
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The pathophysiology of chronic myeloid leukemia (CML) is important to understand so that we can tailor treatments to the specific characteristic of the disease. This helps to improve treatment outcomes and minimize general side effects of therapy, as targeted treatments for the condition can be introduced. CML is a stem cell disease that involves the accumulation of myeloid precursor cells […]
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Caffeine is a stimulant that acts on the brain and the nervous system. Caffeine consumption can increase the BP and heart rate, in addition to making one feel awake. Consumption of large amounts of caffeine can result in anxiety and restlessness, and can even cause headache and insomnia. Regular consumption when stopped suddenly may cause withdrawal symptoms such as fatigue, […]
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Stillbirth refers to the death of a baby before or during delivery and after 24 weeks of pregnancy. If a baby dies before 24 weeks of completed pregnancy, the term “miscarriage” or fetal loss applies instead. In the UK, more than 3,600 babies are stillborn every year and stillbirth is fifteen times more common than cot death. Most stillbirths occur […]
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Singing in a choir is a group activity which has been among the many group interventions studied for their positive effects on people under stress. These groups could include cancer patients, those who provide care for cancer-affected people, and those who have lost a loved one to cancer recently. Choral singing may contribute more to the overall well-being of individuals, […]
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