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Overview: Jaundice is a term used to describe the yellowing of the skin and the whites of the eyes. It’s caused by a build-up of a substance called bilirubin in the blood and body’s tissues. Signs of jaundice: The most common signs of jaundice are: yellowing of the skin, eyes and the lining of the […]
Chronic hepatitis B and C continue to be endemic in our region affecting millions. We must actively screen infected people and treat them so that its complications like cirrhosis and hepatocellular carcinoma are averted. Why is screening important.? Having HBV or HCV is no more a taboo, as affordable treatment options are now available. The […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
