What is Liver Hemangioma?
Hemangioma, pronounced “he-man-jee-O-muh,” is a benign (noncancerous) liver tumour made up of a web of blood arteries. These liver tumours, also known as hepatic hemangiomas or cavernous hemangiomas, are frequent...
Author: Samia Siddiqi
Uterine Fibroids: A Complete Overview
Common non-cancerous (benign) uterine tumours called uterine fibroids are the main justification for suggesting a hysterectomy. They are composed of muscle and fibrous tissue and develop from the uterus’s muscular...
What is Bone Densitometry? (DEXA/ DXA)
Bone mineral content and density are assessed using a bone density test. X-rays, dual-energy X-ray absorptiometry (DEXA or DXA), or a specialised CT scan that makes use of computer software...
Glycemic index for foods: GI
The Glycemic index (GI) is a rating system for foods containing carbohydrates. It demonstrates how rapidly each food lowers your blood sugar (glucose) level when consumed alone. More about the...
Risks of Self-medication
Self-medication is the selection and use of medications by people (or a member of the people’s family) to address diseases or symptoms that they have self-recognized or self-diagnosed. The patient’s...
PCOS: Polycystic ovary syndrome
Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) is a condition in which the ovaries produce an abnormal amount of androgens, the male sex hormones typically present in women in trace amounts. The many...
D-dimer test
A blood test called a D-dimer can be used to assist in ruling out the possibility of a dangerous blood clot. Your body performs a number of actions to cause...
Basic Metabolic Panel Test: Procedure and Uses
A basic metabolic panel test is a blood test that measures levels of various substances in the blood that are involved in metabolism and energy production. These substances particularly include...
CT scan: Procedure, Risks and Results
The term “CT scan” is frequently used to refer to computed tomography. A CT scan is a diagnostic imaging process that creates images of the inside of the body using...
Tests for STDs
Sexually transmitted diseases (STDs) are a major public health issue, affecting millions of people worldwide. These diseases are spread through sexual contact, including vaginal, anal, and oral sex. It is...
