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Symptoms and Causes of Pseudomyxoma Peritonei (PMP)

Pseudomyxoma peritonei (PMP) normally starts as a slow-growing tumor in the appendix and it is hence classified as a low-grade mucinous appendiceal neoplasm (LAMN). In rare incidences, it may develop in other organs, such as the ovary, bowel, or the bladder.

5 Jan 2018

Reducing exposure to bisphenol A (BPA)

Bisphenol A (BPA) is an inorganic compound used in the production of polycarbonate (PC) plastics and epoxy resins. PC plastics are hard and are used in manufacturing baby bottles, reusable water bottles, food containers, tableware, and other storage containers. Epoxy resins are coated on the inner linings of metal containers such as food cans, bottle tops, and water supply tubing, in order to prevent corrosion of the metal leading to contamination of the stored food products.

4 Jan 2018

Neural Mechanism of Generalized Anxiety Disorder

Generalized anxiety disorder (GAD) is a psychological disorder that is described by extreme anxiety in response to normal challenges, a response that has been characterized as a result of functional deterioration in the limbic system of the brain.

4 Jan 2018

Link between Bisphenol A and Increase in Blood Pressure

High blood pressure (BP) has reached epidemic proportions among the population worldwide. In the USA alone, 1 of every 3 adults is hypertensive, and another 1 out of 3 is pre-hypertensive. Researchers working on the causes of high blood pressure concur that bisphenol A is a major contributing factor to this state of affairs.

4 Jan 2018

Lifestyle Changes for Indigestion (Dyspepsia)

The gastrointestinal (GI) tract plays an important role in digestion. Dyspepsia or indigestion is a common condition that occurs when the body has difficulty in digesting food. Dyspepsia can be an occasional or recurring problem. Modifications to the lifestyle can often provide significant relief from dyspepsia.

4 Jan 2018

Risk factors for endometrial hyperplasia

Endometrial hyperplasia (EH) is a condition in which the inner lining of the uterus becomes thicker and sometimes abnormal. There are different types of EH as viewed under a microscope, but the main difference between the benign and dangerous types is the presence of atypia.

3 Jan 2018

Prevention and treatment of endometrial hyperplasia

Endometrial hyperplasia (EH) is a condition in which the uterine lining is thicker than normal. It may have many causes, but the most important association is with endometrial malignancy. For this reason, it is mandatory to distinguish between different types of EH, namely, those which are benign and those which are precancerous.

3 Jan 2018

Fibrocystic Breast Disease Causes and Treatments

Fibrocystic disease of the breast is not really a disease condition and hence it is better referred to as fibrocystic breast changes. Breasts in many women develop a lumpy or cord-like feel, made up of prominent glandular epithelial tissue without any tumorous change. However, this is a variation of normal rather than a discrete condition by itself.

22 Dec 2017

Diagnosis of endometrial hyperplasia

Endometrial hyperplasia (EH) is a condition in which the innermost lining of the uterus, or endometrium, undergoes thickening usually as a result of exposure to estrogen unbalanced by progesterone. It is usually diagnosed by microscopic examination of a sample of the endometrium. There are different types of EH which are important to differentiate, because one variant is strongly associated with a high risk of uterine carcinoma.

21 Dec 2017

Broken Heart-Takotsubo Syndrome Research

Research is underway in many areas of Takotsubo cardiomyopathy, being a rare and often missed diagnosis in cardiac medicine.

21 Dec 2017

Broken Heart/Takotsubo Syndrome Cardiomyopathy

Broken heart cardiomyopathy is also called Takotsubo syndrome because of the peculiar shape of the heart following its development. It is also called apical ballooning syndrome for the same reason. It is an uncommon cause of myocardial infarct-like symptoms, and is now recognized to be the cause of acute coronary syndrome-like symptoms in at least 5% of women who present a ‘heart attack’.

20 Dec 2017

Angular Cheilitis causes and treatments

Angular cheilitis is a condition in which the folds of the skin at the corners of the lips become exaggerated and irritated due to the retention of moisture or loss of epithelium. This appears as redness and cracking of the skin at the angle of the mouth. It may arise from many different causes.

20 Dec 2017

Ureteric Calculi Treatment Options

Ureterolithiasis is the presence or formation of stones within the ureters.

19 Dec 2017

Ureteric Calculi Research

Ureteric calculi are stones in the ureters, which are the narrow muscular tubes that are responsible for the drainage of urine from the kidneys to the bladder. These stones are mostly made up of calcium, but some are composed of struvite (i.e. magnesium ammonium phosphate), while a few are made of uric acid, and a minority of cysteine.

18 Dec 2017

Ureteric Calculi Prognosis

Ureteric calculi (i.e. stones in the ureters) is a medical condition that usually causes an abrupt onset of pain in the flank and loin, which may be accompanied by nausea, vomiting and blood in the urine, among other signs and symptoms.

18 Dec 2017

Implantation Bleed

Implantation bleeding is considered to be an early sign of pregnancy and it occurs around the time of the following menstruation cycle.Generally, one-third of women may encounter implantation bleeding during their pregnancy process.

15 Dec 2017

Ureteric Calculi

Medically known as ureterolithiasis, ureteral stone disease is characterized by the formation of calculi (i.e. stones) in the kidneys and obstructing the ureters. The ureters are the slender muscular tubes within our bodies that are responsible for the passage of urine from the kidneys to the urinary bladders.

15 Dec 2017

Hypospadias Outcomes

Hypospadias can be corrected using surgery to achieve normal appearance and functioning of the penis. The outcomes of the surgery can be assessed depending upon the rate of complication, psychological factors such as psychosexual life and cosmetic look of the penis, and functional outcomes such as sexuality and micturition.

14 Dec 2017

Gingival Cysts in Newborns

Also known as dental lamina cysts or alveolar cysts, gingival cysts may occur in newborns and originate from the vestiges of dental lamina that has degenerated. These remnants give rise to the gingival cysts and are lined by epithelium, which is capable of producing keratin.

14 Dec 2017

Genetic Risk Associated with Social Anxiety

Social anxiety disorder (SAD) refers to an anxiety disorder triggered by social situations. People with SAD have symptoms like fast heartbeat, sweating, and stomach upset when they are anxious. They have a fear that people might scrutinize their performance and evaluate them negatively.

13 Dec 2017