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ICD10-International Classification of Diseases, Tenth Revision

The International Classification of Diseases, Tenth Revision (ICD-10) is a classification system that was established and maintained by the World Health Organization (WHO) along with ten other international centers. ICD-10 provides guidelines for universal comparability in the collection, processing, categorization, and presentation of mortality statistics.

7 Dec 2017

Treatment Options for Outer Ear Cancer

Generally, ear cancer is defined as the uncontrolled development and growth of cancer cells in the ear. Ear cancer is comparatively the lesser prevalent of all types of cancers. Typically, cancer in the ear develops as a skin cancer in or around the external portion of the ear. Cancer cells might grow in any of the three parts of the external ear constituting the fleshy visible pinna (the auricle), the ear canal, and the outer layer of the eardrum (tympanic membrane).

7 Dec 2017

Keratoacanthoma Diagnosis

Small nodules that grow slowly on the surface of the skin are known as Keratoacanthomas. They have a hard and scaly centre which is filled with Keratin, a protein. The skin lesion resembles a volcanic crater with a sprouting center. It is considered a skin tumour, but is not malignant.

6 Dec 2017

Orbital Blowout Fracture

Fractures that occur within the orbital bones are referred to as blowout fractures. These fractures may affect any of the orbital perimeters, namely the floor (i.e. inferior border), the medial wall (i.e. lamina papyracea), the lateral wall and the roof (i.e. superior border).

6 Dec 2017

What are the Treatment Options for Bile Duct Cancer?

Bile duct cancer, or cholangiocarcinoma, is a unique type of cancer that affects the tube that joins the liver and the gall bladder to the small intestine. Read more here.

6 Dec 2017

Treatment Option for Middle or Inner Ear Cancer

Cancer in the ear is mostly infrequent. Usually, onset of the cancer occurs on the skin in the outer ear. Out of 100, nearly 5 skin cancer are advances as an ear cancer, in which, the internal ear cancer is defined to be a rare one.

6 Dec 2017

Treating Claustrophobia

Claustrophobia is a condition characterized by the development of unbearable anxiety in enclosed spaces or with physical restriction. Common triggers for claustrophobia include small rooms, elevators, crowded places, and MRI scanners. The symptoms of claustrophobia are typical anxiety symptoms. They can be mild, such as trembling and sweating. Symptoms can also be severe, such as rapid heartbeat, fainting, or panic attack.

5 Dec 2017

Tests for Ureteric Calculi: Radiograph, CT and Ultrasound

Stones found within the slender muscular tubes that carry urine from the kidneys to the bladder are referred to as ureteric calculi. These stones may be caused by factors such as a faulty diet, chronic urinary tract infections (UTIs) with or without abnormal urinary tract anatomy, metabolic dysfunction and hormonal imbalances.

5 Dec 2017

Bisphenol A (BPA) Health Effects

Bisphenol A (BPA) is used as a plasticizer in polycarbonate plastic and epoxy resin production. In addition, it is used as an additive agent in the fabrication process of polyvinyl chloride (PVC) as well as in manufacturing healthcare machines, contact lenses, toys, window foils, and storage media.

4 Dec 2017

Claustrophobia Diagnosis

Claustrophobia is a fear of small spaces or confinement. It is a type of specific phobia, or an excessive fear of a specific object or situation. It is fairly prevalent with about 4% of the population experiencing significant symptoms of claustrophobia. Common triggers for claustrophobia are small rooms, elevators, crowded places, and MRI scanners.

4 Dec 2017

Metastatic Melanoma

Melanoma is a type of skin cancer. When melanoma spreads to other parts of the body, it’s called metastatic melanoma, or stage IV melanoma. Some common sites for metastatic melanoma are the liver, lungs, bones, and brain.

4 Dec 2017

Agoraphobia Theories

Agoraphobia is generally known as a fear of open or public spaces, or a fear of leaving the house. It is diagnosed when the person experiences anxiety symptoms or panic attacks in multiple situations that fall under the umbrella of agoraphobia triggers. The origins of agoraphobia can be complex. They include trauma, brain chemistry, and co-occurring disorders.

4 Dec 2017

Claustrophobia Symptoms

Claustrophobia is a fear reaction to small spaces or physical restriction. It is in the category of specific phobia: fear of a specific object or situation. Clinical claustrophobia affects about 4% of the population severely. Many more suffer from claustrophobia at a mild or moderate level. Common triggers for claustrophobia are small rooms, elevators, crowded places, and MRI scanners.

3 Dec 2017

Conjunctiva microbiota

The conjunctiva is a transparent mucous membrane that covers the front of the eye. While a person is awake, the eye is constantly exposed to microbes. The skin is known to be home to many of the microbes found in the eye microbiota such as streptococci and coryneforms. However, not all skin microbes are also found in the eye, suggesting that only certain ones are selected for and present within the conjunctiva microbiota.

1 Dec 2017

Agoraphobia Signs and Symptoms

Agoraphobia is a psychological disorder characterized by a fear of public places or of going outside of the home. The symptoms of agoraphobia fall into three broad categories; physical, cognitive and behavioral.

1 Dec 2017

What is Agoraphobia?

The fear or anxiety must occur in two of five situations to meet criteria for agoraphobia. According to the DSM-V, if the individual fears only one situation, the specific phobia is the diagnosis. Agoraphobia also differs from a specific phobia in terms of feared consequences. If the situation is feared for anxiety or panic responses alone, it falls into the category of agoraphobia. If the situation is feared for other reasons, then it is more likely a specific phobia.

1 Dec 2017

Agoraphobia Epidemiology

Agoraphobia is based on a fear of situations grouped into five categories. The fear or anxiety must occur in two of the five situations to meet the current criteria for agoraphobia. According to the DSM-5, if the individual fears only one situation, the specific phobia is the diagnosis.

30 Nov 2017

Preventing Ingrown Hairs

The process of cutting hair involves a lot of possibilities. Cutting hair may force the hair back to its follicle or to the adjacent follicle; also when dead skin clogs the hair follicle, the hair could grow under the skin. Instead of pushing the skin surface the hair grows inward, leading to ingrown hair. The human body identifies ingrown hair as a foreign particle and triggers a reaction such as a red, swollen, and itchy area. The area begins to resemble a pimple that is inflamed, painful, and with pus formation.

29 Nov 2017

Actinic Cheilitis Prognosis and Mouth Cancer

Actinic cheilitis (AC) is condition that affects the vermilion border of the lower lip due to sun exposure It is characterized by dryness and thickening of lips. A complete cure from AC can be achieved only if manifestations are noted on time in addition to proper medication and treatment.

28 Nov 2017