Acute pancreatis! The silent attack.
The pancreas is a long, flat gland that locates behind the stomach in the upper abdomen next to the beginning of small intestine. The pancreas produces enzymes that help digestion and hormones that regulate blood sugar level (glucose).
Gallbladder polyps: Is urgent care needed?
Gallbladder polyps are growths that protrude from the lining of the inside of the gallbladder. Although this condition might not be a common digestive disease, it is often accidentally diagnosed by abdominal ultrasound.
Phakic IOL: An Alternative Treatment for People with High Levels of Refractive Disorder
Phakic IOL is a kind of surgery to correct a refractive error (hereditary nearsightedness, farsightedness, or astigmatism) permanently. This is an alternative for people who have high levels of refractive disorder which cannot be corrected by Lasik treatment.
The dangers of preeclampsia: Every mom-to-be should be aware
Pregnancy is an exciting time, but it can also be stressful. Preeclampsia is one of the conditions that affects mother-to-be. It consists of a broad spectrum of conditions which are associated with substantial maternal and fetal/neonatal morbidity and mortality.
Advanced Minimally Invasive Abdominal Surgery
One of the most common symptoms of abdominal diseases is abdominal pain which might be overlooked. Delayed diagnosis leads to greater chances to develop serious complications. If abdominal pain persists or progresses, surgery is considered an effective treatment option.
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7 Things to Know About Preeclampsia During Pregnancy
Preeclampsia, also known as pregnancy toxemia, is a major cause of death in pregnant women. Therefore, it is important to become more familiar with this condition.
Five unavoidable sport injuries
Exercise has recently become a vital part for people with healthy lifestyle and active life. Nevertheless, sport injury is unavoidable.
Power of Woman. Women of all ages remain strong and get healthy.
Women in different age groups e.g. teenager, adult and the elderly have different health-related conditions generally due to various daily lifestyles and activities as well as age-related degenerative changes.
Preterm Labor Risk during Pregnancy
One of the top reasons that babies require hospitalization in the neonatal intensive care unit (NICU) is because of preterm birth, which is the when the mother gives birth before 37 weeks of pregnancy.
Inguinal Hernias: Health Issue for Athletic Men
Hernias occur when an organ especially small intestine protrudes through a weakened spot or tear in the abdominal wall.
Heartburn is often mistaken for GERD. Diaphragmatic hernia might actually indicate.
Heartburn-like pain is a common symptom of gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), but several other conditions can cause a burning feeling in the chest including diaphragmatic hernias.
Fatty liver: A contributing factor to gallstones
Fatty liver, also known as hepatic steatosis, is a condition in which excess fat is stored in the liver.