Dermatofibrosarcoma protuberans (DFSP), a very rare tumor that arises in the skin, has significant local invasive potential, and tends to recur locally after surgical treatment. Metastasis occurs in only about 5 percent of cases. DFSP occurs in only 1 in 100,000 to 1 million individuals. Black individuals have almost twice the risk as whites, but the incidence is increasing in […]
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A delusion is a belief that is obviously false, indicating an abnormality in the thought process. The key feature of delusion is the extent to which a person believes the delusion is true. A person experiencing a delusion will be firmly convinced that what they think is correct, despite evidence to the contrary. Several risk factors increase the risk of […]
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Haloperidol is a traditional or conventional antipsychotic used to treat schizophrenia, mania and other forms of psychosis. It is a derivative of butyrophenone and it acts by blocking the effects of dopamine, a chemical in the brain that affects thinking, behavior and feelings. However, there are several conditions for which the use of haloperidol is contraindicated. Some of these contraindications […]
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Introduction Severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2), the novel coronavirus that leads to a severe respiratory illness called COVID-19, has become a global pandemic. Numerous preventative measures can be taken to prevent the spread of the virus, such as keeping 1 to 2 meters away from other people both in the home and in public, wearing facial coverings to […]
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Dyspraxia is a neurodevelopmental disorder that affects growth, learning abilities and motor development in the patient. There is no cure for the condition. Most patients are diagnosed with the condition early in life. Only one in 9 affected children grows out of the “Clumsy child syndrome.” The rest carry the symptoms into teenage and adulthood years. However, with early diagnosis […]
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Functional abdominal pain syndrome (FAPS) is a functional gastrointestinal disorder, which involves chronic or frequent pain that does not result from a specific, identifiable cause. Symptoms of Functional Abdominal Pain Syndrome The primary symptom of FAPS is abdominal pain. The pain can often be very severe and impact the quality of life of patients significantly. This can even disrupt their […]
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Pancreatitis is essentially inflammation of the pancreas. The condition is diagnosed based on certain criteria. Specifically, at least two of the following must be met: Presence of the characteristic abdominal pain Elevated blood amylase or lipase Abdominal ultrasound scan that reveals a gallstone or alcoholic fatty liver A computed tomography (CT) scan that shows characteristics of the condition Several laboratory […]
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Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) has been known to mankind for over 200 year. The disease was initially recognized with the use of the stethoscope and spirometer and spirometry still remains the most effective means of identification and assessment of the course of COPD and responses to therapy. COPD is the fourth most common cause of death in the USA. […]
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The Dukan diet is similar to the traditional Atkins diet, a ketogenic eating plan designed to ensure high fat and protein consumption and low carbohydrate intake. However, the Dukan diet is even more restrictive than Atkins. No carbohydrates other than a small amount of oat bran are allowed at the beginning and even vegetables low in carbohydrates such as spinach […]
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Pelvic organ prolapse is a common condition in many women following vaginal delivery. It results from the descent of the uterus, urinary bladder, urethra, small intestine or rectum, along with and through the vaginal wall, as a result of weakened pelvic support. Though it is not a life-threatening condition, pelvic organ prolapse can be a source of much embarrassment, inconvenience, […]
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