Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) is a life-long condition. RA causes inflammation, redness and pains. In the long term it can damage the joints. Every person has an immune system that helps them fight off infections such as bacteria and viruses. In RA the bodies immune system begins to attack its own joints and sometimes attack other
Osteoarthritis (OA) basically means wear and tear of the joints. It is the commonest degenerative joint disease and a major cause of pain in adults. OA currently affects more than 25% of the populations above the age of 18 years-old. It occurs in the synovial joints and is caused by a combination of a few
‘A woman’s health is her capital.’ as quoted by Harriet Beecher Stowe, famous American author, highlights the importance of protecting women’s health. A Balanced, Moderate & Variety (BMV) diet and an active lifestyle are the essential components of building and maintaining optimal health for both women and men. As children, both genders generally have the
The paradigm shift of younger people presenting with heart attacks to the hospitals are evident now. Just a week ago, we activated the cardiac catheterisation laboratory (cathlab) for an emergency life-saving procedure called primary percutaneous coronary intervention (PCI) for a relatively healthy 40-year-old lady who had a heart attack. Her right coronary artery was 100%
Psoriatic Arthritis (PsA) is basically a type of inflammatory arthritis which is closely associated with Psoriasis (PsO). Psoriasis is a skin condition whereby one can get scaly red and white patches mainly over the scalp, elbows and knees. However generally PsA only affects people with psoriasis in 20% of cases and if so tends to
Nipple discharge is not an uncommon symptom but when it occurs, it is distressing. Ninety per cent are usually due to benign conditions. Types of Nipple Discharge Clear serous discharge, may be physiological and is seen usually in parous women or it may be associated with duct papilloma or with fibrocystic disease and rarely in
Ultrasound is usually the first diagnostic tool to evaluate breast lumps. Ultrasound imaging is safe, non-invasive and does not use radiation. Your doctor may schedule a breast ultrasound for: Evaluation of a breast lump Assessing unusual nipple discharge Painful or inflamed breasts Monitoring breast implants Monitoring existing breast lumps Complementing findings of other examinations like
Digital 3D Mammography and Vacuum Stereotactic Biopsy – the result of Assunta’s ongoing commitment in supporting women’s health. Should I get a Tomosynthesis instead of just a Mammogram? The overwhelming answer is … YES! The information details provided by 3D mammography is unquestionably better than 2D. Fewer False Alarms Rather than a flat, single breast
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