Cancers of the oral cavity are diagnosed after the patient presents with the symptoms of the condition. This is more often than not a long persistent lesion, swelling or ulcer within the mouth. Early oral cancers can also be detected during a routine dental check up. Once suspected the patient is immediately referred to an ear, nose and throat specialist […]
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Research estimates that cow’s milk allergies occur in about 7.5% of all infants, with 5% to 10% of affected infants showing adverse reactions to proteins in cow’s milk. Credit: Lukasz Siekierski/Shutterstock.com Diagnosing cow’s milk allergies and determining its typology is carried out by a physician. They consider the patient’s medical history and physical symptoms and sometimes order allergy tests (by […]
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Pancreatitis refers to inflammation of the pancreas, which can cause pain and swelling in the upper abdomen. The pain can be severe and often resembles a burning sensation. Other common symptoms include nausea and vomiting. The pancreas is located in the upper abdomen, where it lies behind the stomach. This organ is key to digestive processes, producing both digestive juices […]
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The specific cause of sarcoidosis is not known, although there are certain factors that have been associated with an increased risk of suffering from the condition. These include family history, triggers and dysregulation of the immune system. As a general rule, it is believed that some individuals are genetically susceptible to sarcoidosis, and if they come into contact with certain […]
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Portal hypertensive gastropathy (PHG) is a condition in which the gastric mucosal area is subjected to friability. This condition leads to changes in gastric mucosa, which normally occurs due to portal hypertension. Treatment for PHG is usually done using endoscopy, where fiber-optic camera can be used to view the gastric mucosal area. Medications are usually prescribed to stop the bleeding […]
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The term "vomiting" describes the forceful expulsion of the contents of the stomach via the mouth or sometimes the nose, also known of as emesis. The causes of vomiting are as wide ranging as those for nausea and include anything from food poisoning or gastritis to head injuries and brain cancer. Nausea is the discomfort that is felt before vomiting […]
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There has been an exponential rise in the number of obese individuals especially in developed nations like United States and United Kingdom. Now obesity has become a public health problem in most nations. Obesity is linked to several long term health conditions, premature death and illness including diabetes, heart disease, stroke, gall bladder disease, fatty liver, arthritis and joint disorders […]
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Constipation affects people of all ages at least once in their life time. It is a common condition. Diagnosis usually involves detailed history of the condition from the patient about the signs and symptoms. Tests and diagnostic procedures are usually not needed for diagnosis of constipation. Diagnosis of constipation involves:- Details of bowel habits Patients should not be embarrassed or […]
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Vomiting is a forceful expulsion of the contents of the stomach and sometimes the gut. The whole mechanism is guided and controlled by the brain and its vomiting centre. The vomiting centre of the brain The fourth ventricle of the brain hosts the vomiting centre. The floor of the fourth ventricle contains an area called the chemoreceptor trigger zone (CTZ). […]
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Uterine fibroids are very common and affect 70% of women by the age of 50. However, the symptoms they cause can vary greatly and some women with uterine fibroids do not require treatment at all. In this instance, watchful waiting is usually employed, which involves regular pelvic exams to monitor the tumor growth. For women that experience heavy menstrual bleeding […]
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