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Fluoroscopy Procedure

Fluoroscopy is a diagnostic scan used to study the movement of body structures. This article describes the medical procedure that takes place during a fluoroscopy.

14 Mar 2019

Can Probiotics Prevent or Treat Acne?

There are various treatment options available for acne, each with varying degrees of success. Unfortunately, there is currently no cure for acne and the treatment options available can cause some adverse effects.

14 Mar 2019

Risks Associated with Eye Make-Up

Applying make-up is an everyday routine for millions of people worldwide. Even if a person only applies make-up once or twice a week, maintaining good make-up hygiene is essential in preventing skin irritations and serious eye infections.

14 Mar 2019

What is Non-Medical Switching?

Non-Medical Switching (NMS) is the act of compelling a stable patient to change medications for reasons other than their health and safety. This change usually occurs to a chemically distinct alternative (not a generic alternative), that is expected to have similar effects.

14 Mar 2019

Dietary Guidelines for Pancreatitis

Inflammation of the pancreas is referred to as pancreatitis. The pancreas is a flat tadpole-shaped gland located at the back of the stomach in the upper abdomen; it releases certain enzymes and hormones which help in digestion and aids in regulating sugar metabolism in the body.

5 Mar 2019

The Neocortex and Motor Commands

The neocortex, meaning ‘new bark’ in Latin, is thought by evolutionists to be the newest addition to the mammalian brain.

5 Mar 2019

What is the Neocortex?

The neocortex is part of the human brain’s cerebral cortex where higher cognitive functioning is thought to originate from. Due to the natural grooves and ridges in the brain, the neocortex is comprised of four main lobes with specific functions.

5 Mar 2019

Aseptic Techniques in a Healthcare Setting

Aseptic techniques prevent the transfer of microorganisms from personnel and equipment during medical procedures and the administration of drugs, amongst others.

14 Mar 2019

What are the Symptoms of Coloboma?

A coloboma is an eye abnormality present at birth that results from the absence of some tissues in certain parts of the eye. One or both eyes may be affected.

26 Feb 2019

Reducing Chest Pain Caused by Anxiety

Chest pain is one of the most common symptoms associated with anxiety/panic attack and chest pain due to anxiety could be cardiac or non-cardiac in origin.

26 Feb 2019

What is a Vitrectomy?

The aim of the procedure in most cases is to remove the vitreous humour to allow access to other parts of the eye.

26 Feb 2019

What is Small Fiber Neuropathy?

Small Fiber Neuropathy (SFN) is a disorder in which the small diameter sensory myelinated (Aδ) and unmyelinated (C fiber) nerves of the peripheral nervous system are damaged.

26 Feb 2019

What Causes Ocular Hypertension?

Ocular hypertension is a condition wherein the internal pressure of the eye becomes higher than the normal.

5 Mar 2019

Recognizing the Signs of Major Depressive Disorder (MDD)

While MDD can present in multiple forms, signs and symptoms can vary between individuals and be difficult to differentiate from other forms of depression.

28 Feb 2019

Preventing Ocular Hypertension

Regular eye exams and prophylactic eye drops are just two of the steps that can be taken to prevent ocular hypertension and thus, glaucoma.

28 Feb 2019

Ocular Hypertension: Diagnosis and Treatment

Ocular hypertension is diagnosed by measuring the pressure in the eye and various imaging techniques. It can be treated using eye drops or surgery.

28 Feb 2019

Natural Remedies for Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)

Thought to affect approximately 6% of those in the US, SAD can be alleviated by a range of natural remedies.

28 Feb 2019

Managing Major Depressive Disorder (MDD)

Major Depressive Disorder (MDD) can be managed using therapies such as CBT, or pharmacological intervention.

28 Feb 2019

Stressors Associated with Takotsubo Cardiomyopathy

Takotsubo cardiomyopathy (TCM) is a serious heart condition, also known as stress-induced cardiomyopathy or broken heart syndrome. It is unique in up to 75-85% of patients with this condition, it is triggered by a stressful event, which occurs from minutes to hours before the onset of clinical symptoms. In 15-25% of patients there is no identifiable stress trigger. The stressors may be classified as emotional and physical.

5 Mar 2019