Researchers at the Garvan Institute of Medical Research have discovered that three patients with a severe genetic immunodeficiency spontaneously repaired the harmful variants in their DNA and restored normal immune function over time. As cells grow and divide to produce new cells, DNA is copied from the parent cell to provide instructions for the new daughter cells. Random changes that […]
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The characteristic appearance of varicose veins, dark in colour and bulging like cords along the legs, is often the most concerning aspect for patients with this condition. However, some patients also experience significant pain and discomfort that can prevent them from partaking in daily activities as usual. Appearance Varicose veins have a very distinctive look and can be recognised before […]
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The treatment approach to depression usually involves prescribing a combination of medication and counselling, behavioural therapy or support group therapy. A general outline for treating different degrees of depressive illness is given below: Mild depression – In cases of mild depression, the patient is usually advised to adhere to a healthy, balanced diet, regular physical exercise and stress relief techniques […]
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Viruses are the smallest obligate intracellular parasites that require living host cells in order to multiply and being alive. Viruses can infect any type of cell, ranging from human cells to protozoa. Viruses infecting neurons, concept for brain infection, 3D illustration. Image Credit: Kateryna Kon / Shutterstock What is Virus? Viruses are small infectious agents that depend on living cells […]
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Oxygen therapy refers to the administration of supplemental oxygen as part of managing illness. In healthy individuals, oxygen is absorbed from the air in adequate amounts, but certain diseases and conditions can prevent some people from absorbing enough oxygen. It may be administered as a medical intervention to manage short-term (acute) or emergency situations or as a part of long-term […]
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Fibromyalgia is a condition with widespread debilitating pain. It is present in around 0.5-10% of the worldwide population with a seven times higher presence among females than males. Apart from pain there are symptoms of fatigue, sleep disorders, stiffness, headaches, irritable bowel syndrome, memory or concentration problems etc. The condition has no cure and most often patients continue to have […]
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This Morning: Dr Michael Mosley discusses vitamin D dosage The dosage of vitamin D supplements in shops is quite confusing, Phillip Schofield put to Dr Mosley on This Morning. “3000 IU, 75 UG I don’t understand any of that,” Schofield said. He added: “Why are shops selling them.” Dr Mosley answered: “I’m taking 25 micrograms which is 1000 international units […]
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Tetanus is an infectious disease caused by Clostridium tetani bacteria. The active anaerobic bacteria lead to the production of a tetanus toxin, which enters the nervous system via lower motor neurons and travels up to the spinal cord and brain stem. The presence of the toxin can lead to the initiation of characteristic symptoms of tetanus, ampicillin treat such as […]
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NOTICE: This Consumer Medicine Information (CMI) is intended for persons living in Australia. PLENDIL® ER Felodipine Consumer Medicine Information What is in this leaflet This leaflet answers some of the common questions people ask about PLENDIL ER. It does not contain all the information that is known about PLENDIL ER. It does not take the place of talking to your […]
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Central pain syndrome is a neurological condition that is caused by damage to the central nervous system (CNS), which leads to the sensitization of pain. It most often presents as a burning pain that may be generalized or localized to a region in the body, although the exact characteristics can vary greatly according to the cause of the syndrome. Management […]
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