Cerebral edema is a life-threatening condition where there is an increase in fluid in the brain tissue.Swelling or edema is part of inflammation of the natural response of the body to injury and … [Read More...] about Cerebral Edema Causes, Symptoms and Treatment
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Inflammatory Breast Cancer : Clinical Features, Diagnosis and Treatment
Inflammatory breast cancer is a rare but extremely aggressive type of breast cancer. In this disease, the cancer cells block the lymph vessels present in the skin of the breast. It is called … [Read More...] about Inflammatory Breast Cancer : Clinical Features, Diagnosis and Treatment
Triple-Negative Breast Cancer – Meaning, Diagnosis, Prognosis and Treatment
Triple-negative breast cancer is a type of breast cancer that tests negative for the receptors that are commonly found in breast cancer.These receptors include estrogen receptors (ER), … [Read More...] about Triple-Negative Breast Cancer – Meaning, Diagnosis, Prognosis and Treatment
Liver Anatomy, Structure and Function
The liver is the largest gland and second largest organ after the skin. It is a peritoneal organ located under the diaphragm in the upper quadrant of the abdomen and extends to the left upper … [Read More...] about Liver Anatomy, Structure and Function
Prothrombin Time and International Normalized Ratio or PT/INR
Prothrombin time or PT test is a blood test that is used to measure the time it takes for blood to clot. The results of this test can be expressed in seconds or as a ratio International Normalised … [Read More...] about Prothrombin Time and International Normalized Ratio or PT/INR
Bioartificial Liver Device – Uses and Limitations
Bioartificial livers are extracorporeal [outside body] devices embedded hepatocytes (liver cells) that are used to perform the functions of a normal liver.The first bioartificial liver (BAL) … [Read More...] about Bioartificial Liver Device – Uses and Limitations
Acute Liver Failure – Causes, Presentation and Treatment
Acute liver failure implies is a life-threatening illness where a previously normal liver [without preexisting cirrhosis ] fails within days to weeks [less than 26 weeks]. The condition leads to a … [Read More...] about Acute Liver Failure – Causes, Presentation and Treatment
Breast Cancer: Risk Factors, Classification, Diagnosis and Treatment
Breast cancer is a type of cancer that starts in the breast. It occurs when breast cells start growing out of control and proliferate rapidly forming a lump.Read more about Anatomy of the … [Read More...] about Breast Cancer: Risk Factors, Classification, Diagnosis and Treatment
Hepatitis A – Causes and Treatment
Hepatitis A is an infectious liver disease caused by the hepatitis A virus which is transmitted through contaminated food and water. The disease is thus associated with poor sanitation and … [Read More...] about Hepatitis A – Causes and Treatment
Light Microscope: Parts, Usage, Handling, and Care
The light microscope is called so because it uses visible light to detect small objects. It is the most well-known and commonly used research tool in biology, as well as in routine clinical labs for … [Read More...] about Light Microscope: Parts, Usage, Handling, and Care
Neurosteroids – Synthesis, Functions and Medical Uses
Neurosteroids or neuroactive steroids are steroids synthesized within the brain and modulate neuronal excitability.The term was coined by the French physiologist Etienne Baulieu.Neurosteroids … [Read More...] about Neurosteroids – Synthesis, Functions and Medical Uses
Breast Tumors: Classification, Investigations and Treatment
A tumor is a mass of abnormal tissue.The female breast is composed of different types of tissues including glandular tissue, fatty tissue, and fibrous stroma. Breast tumors can arise from any of … [Read More...] about Breast Tumors: Classification, Investigations and Treatment
Breast Lump: Causes, Diagnosis and Treatment
A breast lump is a localized swelling or bump in the breast that is different in feel and consistency from the rest of the breast.Finding a breast lump can be alarming. However, there is no need … [Read More...] about Breast Lump: Causes, Diagnosis and Treatment
Mastitis: Causes, Prevention and Treatment
Mastitis is an inflammation of the breast due to an underlying infection. It causes the breasts to become swollen and painful. Although it can occur in any woman, it most commonly occurs in women who … [Read More...] about Mastitis: Causes, Prevention and Treatment
Branched Chain Amino Acids- Benefits and Role as Supplements
Branched chain amino acids or BCAA are three essential amino acids namely valine, leucine, and isoleucine.These are called essential because these cannot be produced by the body and must be … [Read More...] about Branched Chain Amino Acids- Benefits and Role as Supplements