Asthma: Asthma is a chronic respiratory condition that affects the airways in the lungs. It is a common condition that can cause breathing difficulties and a range of symptoms, often triggered by certain environmental factors or activities. Here are some key characteristics and information about asthma: 1. Airway Inflammation: Asthma is characterized by inflammation and narrowing … Read more
BRONCHITIS: Bronchitis is a medical condition characterized by inflammation of the bronchial tubes, which are the air passages that carry air from the trachea (windpipe) to the lungs. These tubes become swollen and irritated, leading to various respiratory symptoms. There are two main types of bronchitis: Acute Bronchitis: This is usually a temporary condition caused by … Read more
SHINGLES: Shingles, also known as herpes zoster, is a viral infection that causes a painful rash. It is caused by the varicella-zoster virus, which is the same virus that causes chickenpox. After a person has had chickenpox, the virus can remain dormant in the nerve cells near the spinal cord and brain. Years later, sometimes … Read more
Syphilis: Syphilis is a sexually transmitted infection (STI) caused by the bacterium Treponema pallidum. It can also be transmitted through non-sexual contact, such as from mother to baby during childbirth or through blood transfusions (though this is rare nowadays due to the screening of donated blood). Syphilis has several stages, each with its own set … Read more
How to Stop Vomiting: If you or someone you know is experiencing frequent or severe vomiting, it’s important to consult with a healthcare professional, as it can be a symptom of an underlying medical condition. However, for mild cases or temporary relief, here are some steps you can take: Rest: Lie down in a comfortable position, … Read more
The term “pharmacokinetics” describes how drugs move through the body. Absorption, distribution, metabolism, and excretion are the results of a variety of biochemical processes that they go through. PHASES OF PHARMACOKINETICS. ABSORPTION Absorption is the process by which drugs are transported into the bloodstream from the site of administration (gastrointestinal (GI) tract, muscle, skin, mucous … Read more
Acute lymphoblastic leukemia: Acute lymphoblastic leukemia (ALL), also known as acute lymphocytic leukemia, is a type of cancer that affects white blood cells, particularly a group of white blood cells called lymphocytes. Lymphocytes are a crucial part of the immune system and play a role in fighting infections. In ALL, immature lymphocytes, known as lymphoblasts, … Read more
Multiple Sclerosis: Multiple sclerosis (MS) is a chronic neurological disease that affects the central nervous system (CNS), which includes the brain and spinal cord. It is an autoimmune disorder, meaning that the immune system mistakenly attacks the protective covering of nerve fibers (axons) called myelin. This attack causes inflammation and damage to the myelin, leading … Read more
SORE THROAT: A sore throat, medically known as pharyngitis, is a common condition characterized by pain, discomfort, or scratchiness in the throat. It can make it painful to swallow, talk, or even breathe, and it is often accompanied by other symptoms like coughing, sneezing, a runny nose, and sometimes fever. Sore throats can be caused … Read more
Colon Cancer: Colon Cancer, also known as colorectal cancer, is a type of cancer that begins in the colon (the large intestine) or the rectum. It is one of the most common types of cancer worldwide. Colon cancer typically develops from precancerous growths called polyps, which can be detected and removed during screening tests before … Read more