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Can a home use medical device be used to treat Peripheral Vascular Disease? Based on an article titled “Patient and clinician experiences and opinions of the use of a novel home use medical device in the treatment of peripheral vascular disease - a qualitative study” Originally written by: Sedgwick et al., 2021  https://jfootankleres.biomedcentral.com/articles/10.1186/s13047-021-00496-2 By: Murielle […]

What is blood clotting? Blood clotting occurs when blood in the body becomes clustered and forms clumps, which help to heal wounds and cuts faster (hemostasis). However, too much clotting can be dangerous, resulting in blocked blood flow in capillaries and veins (thrombosis). Clotting factors such as factor VIII are usually involved in the process […]

We all know COVID-19 as the respiratory illness that halted and changed our world, creating a modern-day pandemic. As we learn to adapt and live with this virus, the search for remedies continues. Herbal remedies and superfoods, such as echinacea, are gaining popularity, although it is important to question to what extent they help and […]

Causes, risk factors, how to treat it There are a lot of health risks associated with a secondary liver cancer diagnosis. Learn more about what causes this type of cancer and how it can affect your lifestyle. The difference between primary and secondary cancer lies in its origin and spread. The site of the body […]

Introduction Blood circulates in the body through blood vessels, and as blood circulates in the body, it moves at a certain force which is known as blood pressure. The simple definition for blood pressure is the force at which blood is circulated against the walls of your blood vessels. Any time you check your blood […]

What is bronchiolitis? Bronchiolitis manifests as a chest infection that usually affects babies and infants under 2 years old; however, adults may also suffer from the condition. The medical term derives from the Bronchioles, which are small airways in the lungs and “itis” is the medical term for inflammation or infection. So, in a nutshell, […]

Based on an article titled “The role of hyperthermia in the treatment of locally advanced cervical cancer: a comprehensive review” Originally written by: IJff et al., 2022 https://ijgc.bmj.com/content/early/2022/01/19/ijgc-2021-002473 By: Murielle Nsiela  Introduction to hyperthermia treatment Hyperthermia is when the body’s temperature is abnormally high1. It is now used in combination with chemotherapy and radiotherapy to […]

What is Angina Angina is the medical term given to chest pain that occurs when the blood flow to our heart's muscles becomes restricted. Whilst angina is often mistaken for a condition itself, it is actually a symptom of coronary heart disease. Whilst angina is not considered life-threatening, it is a warning sign of poor […]

What is chronic pain?  Chronic pain is classified as persistent pain that lasts for longer than 3 months despite taking any medication or treatment. The pain can be felt all the time or may come and go, and it can occur anywhere on the body. It can affect a person’s daily life and make it […]

Glaucoma, a common eye condition, often begins with no symptoms, which means it can be hard to detect. As the condition develops, it is likely to be accompanied by symptoms such as blurred vision, rainbow-coloured circles around lights, and other symptoms depending on the type of glaucoma and its cause.1 As glaucoma is the leading […]

Sudden chest pain can be scary, as it is a symptom commonly associated with heart problems such as angina. But what is angina? And is all chest pain due to angina? This article will outline the many possible causes of chest pain and how it differs from angina.    What is Angina? Angina, also known as […]

Overview Bronchitis is the most common acute respiratory tract infection during the early years of life.1 Acquired respiratory viruses cause bronchitis, and viral infection has demonstrated substantial morbidity in children.2 Ongoing investigation on bronchitis calls for further evidence on its therapeutic management, namely via the use of newly-emerging steroids. Systematic reviews have assessed the use […]

Many of us, scientists and lay population alike, would argue that the heart is the most crucial part of the body. Indeed, cardiovascular problems constitute a great cost to society, both financially and from a health perspective because of the large number of affected patients. Angina Pectoris is one of the most common heart conditions. […]

What is bronchiolitis? Bronchiolitis is a serious medical condition of the respiratory tract that commonly affects newborns and young children.1 Bronchiolitis occurs when the small airways of the respiratory tract, the bronchioles, become infected with a virus; resulting in swelling of these airways and the buildup of mucus. The combination of the swelling and mucus […]

Overview Caffeine is one of the world’s most consumed drugs. It can be found in numerous forms of food as well as beverages such as coffee, energy drinks, soda, and chocolate.1,2 A study suggested that coffee and tea are the most widely consumed caffeine-containing beverages worldwide.3 Roughly 89% of the adults in the USA consume […]

Overview Seeing white spots on your tonsils may initially be a little worrying, especially if you do not know what it is or what caused it, however in most cases, it is usually not serious and can be treated.  There are a few different reasons why white spots may appear on the tonsils. They may […]

Motor neurone disease (MND) is a rare neurological condition that progressively damages the motor neurones that make up part of the nervous system. MND can affect people of all ages, but most commonly appears in people aged between 60 and 70. Our understanding of what causes the progressive diminishing of motor neurone function is limited. […]

What is motor neurone disease (MND)? Motor neurone disease (also known as ALS and Lou Gehrig’s disease) is a condition that causes our muscles and motor neurones, the cells responsible for movement, breathing, speech, and swallowing, to gradually become weaker and deteriorate. The condition is fairly rare, with the MND Association reporting we have a […]