Constipation: a universal childhood health problem
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Lack of interest in women’s health 6 weeks postpartum
Significant progress has been made in reducing maternal mortality over the past 30 years. However, levels remain unacceptably high in some areas. According to the World Health Organization, more than 800 women worldwide die every day from complications related to pregnancy and childbirth. Article published in early December lancet Despite mixed outcomes in maternal health, […]
A rare case of tuberculosis revealed by Cureus acute appendicitis: a case report According to the World Health Organization (WHO), tuberculosis (TB) is the 13th leading cause of death and the second leading cause of death due to infection worldwide. …1 hour ago
A rare case of tuberculosis revealed by Cureus acute appendicitis: a case report According to the World Health Organization (WHO), tuberculosis (TB) is the 13th leading cause of death and the second leading cause of death due to infection worldwide. …1 hour ago
Pelvic floor function after third- and fourth-degree perineal tears: a case-control study on quality of life | BMC Women’s Health
This study demonstrates that the PFDI-20 is a valid and useful tool to analyze pelvic floor dysfunction in the postpartum population through quality of life assessment. Perineal tears are a common phenomenon after vaginal delivery, with an incidence of 53-85%, highly dependent on patient characteristics, labor movements, and obstetric assistance during delivery. [13]. Our case […]
Treating hemorrhoids at home and when to see a health care provider
There are many effective home remedies and over-the-counter (OTC) treatments that can reduce hemorrhoid symptoms and address the underlying cause. External hemorrhoids (occurring outside the rectum) tend to cause pain and itching, while internal hemorrhoids (occurring inside the rectum) are usually painless but can cause rectal bleeding. Treatments include: Sitz bath high fiber diet stool […]
One-third of women suffer long-term medical effects after giving birth.These 9 ‘underreported’ health problems affect millions of people
Approximately 290,000 women Women die during childbirth every year around the world, and one-third of those who survive develop long-term health problems after pregnancy. This is according to the series “Maternal health after perinatal period”. Published on Wednesday in Lancet Global Health. Some of the most common post-pregnancy symptoms can last for months and even […]
Rectal Bleeding – UF Health
meaning Rectal bleeding is when blood flows out of the rectum or anus. There may be blood in the stool or blood on the toilet paper or toilet. The blood may turn bright red. The term “hematochezia” is used to describe this finding. alias Rectal bleeding; blood in the stool.Blood in the stool; lower gastrointestinal […]
Health disparities in HPV-related cancers
Almost everyone gets it, but human papillomavirus (HPV) At some point in their lives, some populations are significantly more likely to develop HPV-related cancers. These differences in cancer incidence and mortality are an example of health disparities and can have significant impacts on individuals, families, and entire communities. Ethnic minorities, especially black women, are disproportionately […]
Perlmutter Cancer Center researchers combine gastroenterology and population health to improve colon cancer treatment
aAzma Shaukat, MD, MPH, a gastroenterologist and population health specialist at New York University Langone Health’s Perlmutter Cancer Center, discusses colorectal cancer risk factors, screening methods, long-term outcomes, and He leads an outcomes research program focused on the study of endoscopy quality indicators. A highly regarded clinician, epidemiologist, and researcher, Dr. Shaukat is dedicated to […]
Years after a near-fatal case of appendicitis, family struggles to manage son’s daily health
When Christopher Lopez Jr. was 10 years old, he liked playing with his two younger brothers, liked watching “Two and a Half Men” and Jack Black movies, and loved Mario video games. And he was a happy, healthy child. Tragically, the appendicitis was missed, resulting in a ruptured appendix, septic shock, and cardiac arrest. He […]