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What Causes Pelvic Organ Prolapse?

Pelvic organ prolapse is a common condition in women, especially following one or more vaginal deliveries. It refers to the descent of one or more pelvic organs through the genital hiatus. This is the opening in the pelvic supporting structures that gives way for these organs to pass through to the outside.

5 Jan 2017

Preventing Pelvic Organ Prolapse

Pelvic organ prolapse is a distressing health condition in women related to the descent of the uterus or neighboring organs from their original location in the pelvis through the pelvic floor. This is due to a loss of pelvic support, and can decrease the quality of life by producing symptoms related to the urethra, bladder, and vagina. It can also produce psychological and emotional distress.

5 Jan 2017

Pelvic Organ Prolapse Prognosis

Prolapse of the pelvic organs is often distressing for affected women. However, many women do not experience any symptoms, and may not be aware of the condition until it is found during a routine pelvic examination.

5 Jan 2017

Self-Help for Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)

Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) is a long-term condition characterized by abdominal pain, bloating, and changes in the bowel movements. It is a disorder which is known for its ability to go into remission for months, only to flare up again all of a sudden.

5 Jan 2017

Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) Psychological Therapies

Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) is a chronic health condition which is primarily functional. It manifests with repeated episodes of diarrhea and/or constipation, abdominal pain, and often bloating. It is associated with a reduced quality of life.

5 Jan 2017

Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) Differential Diagnosis

Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) is a functional bowel condition which affects 20% of people. It affects women twice as commonly as men. The most common age of onset is between 20 and 30 years of age.

5 Jan 2017

Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) Comorbidities

Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) is a functional condition of the gastrointestinal tract, which presents with diarrhea/constipation, abdominal pain, and bloating symptoms. It is most commonly observed in the age group between 20 and 40 years, and is twice more common in women.

5 Jan 2017

Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) Food Triggers

Irritable bowel syndrome is a chronic digestive condition that is associated with pain, bloating, as well as alternating diarrhea and constipation.

5 Jan 2017

Onychogryphosis - Ram's Horn Nails

Some people have an overgrown nail on the great toe which can actually begin to curl as it continues to grow without being clipped. Also known as “Ram’s Horn Nails” because of the way it looks, Onychogryphosis is an abnormality characterized by thickening and overgrowing of the nail.

4 Jan 2017

Onycholysis - Detachment of Nail

The painless condition in which a nail separates from the nail bed is referred to as Onycholysis. This can occur due to a number of factors such as injury for someone with long fingernails, or as the consequence of a skin infection. It is also possible for the nail to separate due to excessive filing or chemical treatments during manicures. The nail initially loosens before it completely separates from the nail bed.

4 Jan 2017

Nursing Profession

In most countries throughout the world, the practice of nursing is regulated by national or state law to keep the practice standards high. As such, an individual wishing to enter and continue in the profession is required to pass certain education and training requirement set by the government.

4 Jan 2017

Living with Osteoarthritis

For patients living with osteoarthritis, there are often significant changes to their lifestyle as a result of the condition.

4 Jan 2017

Electrodessication (Dermatology)

Electrodessication is a quick and simple office-based technique where an electrical current is used to remove specific skin lesions such as sebaceous hyperplasia, cherry angiomas, seborrheic keratoses, skin tags, and brown spots.

4 Jan 2017

Heartburn in Pregnancy

Heartburn, also known as indigestion or dyspepsia, commonly affects women who are pregnant, and is reported by up to 80% of women at some point in the pregnancy. It occurs due to hormonal changes that occur during pregnancy and the physical pressure of the womb on the stomach.

4 Jan 2017

Causes of Hand Pain

There are various possible causes of hand pain, including injury to the hand, autoimmune conditions, arthritic conditions and damage to the nerves or tendons that serve the hands. The most common causes of hand pain are described in more detail in this article.

4 Jan 2017

Causes of Foot Pain

There are many possible causes of foot pain. Some of the most common causes, from foot injuries to arthritis, are described in this article.

4 Jan 2017

Cutaneous Manifestations of Internal Malignancy

Internal malignancies such as cancers can develop external signs on the skin called cutaneous markers or manifestations. These signs may show prior to, during, or after a cancer has been detected.

3 Jan 2017

Impetigo in Babies

Impetigo is a bacterial skin infection. It initially presents as blisters on the skin near the nose and mouth of the baby, before spreading to other body parts. The size of the blisters varies depending on the type of Impetigo the baby has contracted.

2 Jan 2017

The Benefits and Risks of Laser Tattoo Removal

It is important for individuals who have a tattoo that they wish to remove to consider both the benefits and risks of laser tattoo removal – this will allow them to make the best decision for their situation. This article outlines the primary risks and benefits of laser tattoo removal.

2 Jan 2017

Molar Pregnancy Treatment and Prognosis

A molar pregnancy is one in which the development of the normal fetus and its surrounding membranes is replaced by the abnormal formation of a mass of vesicles and cysts. This develops from the trophoblast, a layer of embryonic cells which gives rise to the placenta and other fetal membranes in normal life.

2 Jan 2017