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Case of the month: Elderly male with abdominal mass

Contributed by Dr Ali Al Ahmari Head of the dept of Gastroenterology AlHADA Military Hospital Saudi Arabia A 67-year-old male, diabetic for the past ten years on oral hypoglycemic agents with well-controlled glucose levels, presented with severe epigastric pain and a palpable mass in the epigastric region, which he first noticed three weeks ago. The […]

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“Unmasking Ultra-Processed Foods: What They Are, Why They’re Harmful, and What to Avoid”

Ultra-processed foods are industrially manufactured products that are made mostly or entirely from ingredients not found in a typical kitchen, such as preservatives, artificial colors, flavors, emulsifiers, and other additives. They often go through multiple stages of processing and contain little, if any, whole foods. These foods are designed to be convenient, palatable, and have […]

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Gluten free diet for celiac disease patients.

For individuals with celiac disease, maintaining a strict gluten-free diet is crucial to managing the condition and preventing complications. Gluten is a protein found in wheat, barley, rye, and their derivatives. Here’s a guide to dietary advice for celiac disease: 1. Avoid Gluten-Containing Foods: 2. Naturally Gluten-Free Foods: 3. Safe Gluten-Free Substitutes: 4. Check for […]

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Understanding Your Surgical Care Team: Who’s Involved in Your Procedure.

Contributed by Dr. Ankita Dhir Bhasin, MD https://x.com/AnkitaDBhasin Undergoing surgery, even a minor one, can be stressful. The anxiety surrounding the process and the outcome can be overwhelming. While you may already know your surgeon from consultations, there are many other healthcare professionals involved in your care during surgery. Meeting unfamiliar faces without knowing their […]

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