GASTRIC RESTRICTIVE SURGERY: OBESITY PANDEMIC
Obesity has appeared to be a worldwide pandemic. It is a cause of many various complications and other chronic diseases such as diabetes, high blood pressure, heart and vascular diseases, gout, knee osteoarthritis, and including fatty liver condition which has become increasingly common.
Obesity increases the risk of diabetes
Obesity may increase the risk of many health problems. One of them is diabetes type 2, which accounts for 95% of people with diabetes. 4 in 5 patients are overweight or obese.
Plantar Fasciitis: A Sign of an Underlying Condition
Plantar fasciitis is a condition resulting from inflammation of the fascia under the foot. It typically involves the area where the fascia attaches to the heel bone. Patients often experience pain in the heel when bearing weight, especially in the early stages of weight bearing, such as waking up in the morning or after sitting for long periods. However, as they continue to walk, the pain tends to improve.
WATCH OUT! 5 Warning Signs and Symptoms That Might Indicate “Aortic Aneurysm”
An aortic aneurysm is an abnormal enlargement or bulging of the wall of the aorta which is a major blood vessel that carries blood from heart to body.
Novel Advancements in the Treatment of Aortic Aneurysm
Endovascular aneurysm repair with smaller incisions, less pain and faster recovery time.<br /><br /> An aortic aneurysm is a bulging or dilation in the wall of the aorta which is a major blood vessel that carries blood from heart to body, that is due to weakness or degeneration that develops in a portion of the aortic wall.
ReLEx Small Incision Bladeless LASIK, Bangkok Hospital
Small Incision Lenticule Extraction ReLEx, Bangkok Hospital
Dangers of Glaucoma: From Women to Women
The Dangers of Glaucoma: Woman to Woman List
Common mistakes when trying to lose weight
Losing weight can seem very tough. Sometimes you may feel like you are doing everything right and yet unable to achieve satisfying results. It is important to understand the cause of weight gain and know how to lose weight in a healthy way. This will help you control your weight in the long run.
Infertility Health Information
Infertility refers to a sexual relationship that lasts 12-24 months where conception has been attempted but has been unsuccessful. During this time,no contraception was used. Research conducted on 100 couples who were together over a year and engage in regular sexual intercourse showed that 90 couples were successful in conceiving.
Ovarian Cancer
Gout VS. Rheumatoid arthritis (RA). What is the difference?
Gout and rheumatoid arthritis (RA) are common bone and joint diseases mostly found in Thai population and worldwide. Since both types of orthopedic problems affect the joints and causing pain and inflammation, gout and rheumatoid arthritis (RA) can be generally confused with each another. Knowing the differences of these diseases helps to get accurate diagnosis and receive appropriate treatments in time.
Joint Pain: Leading Cause of 4 Most Common Diseases
Most people overlook aches and pains in their joints: knuckles, toes, ankles, knee and hip joints. They often believe that it is due to aging or injuries from work. The most common remedy is taking pain reliever, and avoiding any activity that may cause such pain. But this is just a temporary relief. As time passes, the pain will become chronic and more severe which may lead to other more serious conditions.