Polycythemia vera is a rare condition that affects the bone marrow, which is slow to progress and typically develops in later life. It is a
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Endoscopy (or endoscopic imaging) is the internal visualisation of an organ using a camera encapsulated within a long, flexible tube. Endoscopy of the bladder, more
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Food selection, preparation, and its relationship with health, has been the focus of attention throughout centuries. However, this normal vigilance can become excessive, bordering on
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Inhalers are handheld devices used to deliver medication to the respiratory tract in chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) and asthma. They are used both for
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A computerized tomography (CT) scan of the kidneys, ureters and bladder (KUB) is referred to as a CT KUB. The purpose of the scan is
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Alport syndrome is a condition that develops due to mutations in three different genes – COL4A3, COL4A4 and COL4A5. The reason that the syndrome has
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There have been links between MRI signal changes in the brain and gadolinium deposits from contrast dyes used in scans. Currently, there have not been
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In recent history, we have witnessed the emergence of several different life-threatening viruses. In addition to causing serious public health concerns around the globe, they
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Cannabinoid hyperemesis syndrome (CHS) is a rare condition which mainly develops due to a prolonged use of marijuana (cannabis). It is associated with acute episodes
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Diabetes is a condition that results in high blood sugar (glucose) in a patient because the body is not making enough of the hormone insulin,
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