Varicose veins are swollen and twisted veins that are usually found just beneath the skin’s surface, most commonly in the legs. They occur when the valves in the veins that help blood flow back to the heart become weak or damaged, causing blood to pool in the veins and stretch them out. SYMPTOMS OF VARICOSE […]
A femoral hernia is a type of hernia that occurs in the groin area, where the thigh meets the lower abdomen. It happens when a portion of tissue, such as intestine, protrudes through a weak spot in the abdominal muscles and enters the femoral canal. Femoral hernias are more common in women than in men,
An inguinal hernia occurs when a portion of the intestine or abdominal tissue protrudes through a weak spot or opening in the abdominal muscles in the groin area. This can cause a visible bulge or swelling in the groin area, which may become more noticeable when coughing, straining, or standing up. Inguinal hernias are more
Hodgkin’s lymphoma, also known as Hodgkin’s disease, is a type of cancer that affects the lymphatic system. The lymphatic system is a part of the immune system and helps to fight infections and diseases. Hodgkin’s lymphoma occurs when there is an abnormal growth of cells in the lymphatic system, specifically the lymph nodes. These cells,
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Cholecystitis is a medical condition that occurs when the gallbladder becomes inflamed. The gallbladder is a small, pear-shaped organ located just below the liver that stores bile, a substance produced by the liver to aid in the digestion of fats. When the gallbladder becomes inflamed, it can cause pain, nausea, vomiting, and other symptoms.
Gastric cancer, also known as stomach cancer, is a type of cancer that occurs in the cells lining the stomach. It is the fifth most common cancer worldwide, and it often has no symptoms in its early stages, which can make it difficult to detect. TYPES OF GASTRIC CANCER Adenocarcinoma: This is the most common
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Fistula is an abnormal connection or passageway that develops between two organs or vessels that are not normally connected. It can occur in various parts of the body, such as the digestive system, urinary system, or reproductive system TYPES OF FISTULA Anal Fistula: A small tunnel that forms between the skin around the anus and
Pancreatitis is a condition that occurs when the pancreas becomes inflamed, leading to damage of the pancreatic tissue. The pancreas is an organ that produces digestive enzymes and hormones such as insulin and glucagon. There are two types of pancreatitis: acute pancreatitis and chronic pancreatitis. Acute pancreatitis is a sudden inflammation of the pancreas that
A gastric ulcer is a sore that develops on the lining of the stomach. It is a type of peptic ulcer, which can also occur in the esophagus or duodenum (the first part of the small intestine). The main cause of gastric ulcers is infection with the bacterium Helicobacter pylori (H. pylori), which can weaken
Barrett’s esophagus is a condition in which the lining of the esophagus (the tube that carries food from the mouth to the stomach) is replaced by tissue that is similar to the lining of the intestine. This change in the lining is called intestinal metaplasia. The most common cause of Barrett’s esophagus is gastroesophageal reflux
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