Management of ascites in cirrhosis

Management of ascites  in cirrhosis Grading of ascites: Grade I Detected by USG only , Grade II moderate ascites , Grade III gross ascites Characteristics of ascites in CLD: wide gradient SAAG >1.1 Recommendations  1. A diagnostic paracentesis should be performed in all patients with new-onset grade 2 or 3 ascites, and in all patients […]

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Preventing Eating Disorders:

Student corner:  Contributed by Ms Aaliya Masoodi Now we know how eating disorders are a serious medical condition that affects millions of people worldwide. Unfortunately, eating disorders are often stigmatized or misunderstood, which can make it difficult for people to seek help or support. Preventing eating disorders is essential, and here are some tips you […]

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Symptoms of Stomach cancer

Symptoms of stomach cancer Gastric cancer is the fourth leading cause of cancer deaths worldwide. Mortality rates are high because most patients with gastric cancer present with advanced disease. However, there has been a steady decline in gastric cancer mortality worldwide, with the rate of decline varying by region. Gastric cancer is usually asymptomatic and […]

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Screening and eradication of Helicobacter pylori for gastric cancer prevention Important questions answered

Gastric cancer remains the 5th most common cause of cancer deaths. Major breakthrough in stomach cancer has been the identification of  H pylori  relation  to gastric cancer . A global consensus meeting was held to review current evidence and knowledge gaps and propose collaborative studies on population-wide screening and eradication of Helicobacter pylori for prevention […]

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Symptoms of Bowel cancer : Nip the evil in the bud.

Colorectal mortality has declined since 1990 due to increased awareness and screening , however,  it continues to remain the 3rd most common cause of death.  Most common symptoms of colorectal cancer are :  bleeding from the back passage (rectum) or blood in your poo   a change in your normal bowel habit, such as looser […]

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