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22 July

10 stroke facts In this article we will 10 describe medical revision notes about stroke. Key Points Stroke is a medical emergency caused by an interruption of blood supply to the brain, leading to brain tissue damage Strokes can be classified as ischaemic (85%) or haemorrhagic (15%) Rapid recognition and treatment are crucial to minimise […]

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22 July

10 MI (myocardial infarction) facts In this article we will describe 10 in depth facts about myocardial infarction (MI). This is mainly for health professionals. Key Points Definition: myocardial infarction (MI), or heart attack, occurs when blood flow to a part of the heart muscle is blocked, usually by a blood clot that forms in […]

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22 July

10 prediabetes facts In this article we well describe 10 facts about prediabetes. Key Points Prediabetes is an intermediate state of hyperglycaemia, where blood glucose levels are elevated but not high enough to meet the criteria for type 2 diabetes (T2DM). It is a reversible condition with significant potential to progress to diabetes if not […]

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22 July

10 anorexia nervosa facts In this article, we will describe 10 medical revision notes about anorexia. Key Points Anorexia nervosa (AN) is a serious, potentially life-threatening psychiatric disorder characterised by: self-induced weight loss, a relentless pursuit of thinness, a morbid fear of weight gain and obesity, a distorted body image, and restriction of intake relative […]

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22 July

10 PCOS (polycystic ovary syndrome) facts In this article we will describe 10 medical revision notes about PCOD (polycystic ovary syndrome). Key Points PCOS is a common endocrine disorder affecting reproductive-aged women It is characterised by a combination of hyperandrogenism, ovulatory dysfunction, and polycystic ovarian morphology Early recognition and management are crucial to prevent long-term […]

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22 July

10 NASH (non-alcoholic steatohepatitis) facts In this article we will describe 10 facts about non-alcoholic steatohepatitis (NASH). Key Points Non-Alcoholic Steatohepatitis (NASH) is a progressive liver disease characterised by fat accumulation, inflammation, and liver cell damage NASH can lead to cirrhosis and liver failure  Early diagnosis and lifestyle modification are  crucial Currently, there are no […]

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22 July

10 meningitis facts We will describe 10 in depth facts about meningitis. This article is mainly written for health professionals. Key Points Definition: meningitis is an inflammation of the meninges surrounding the brain and spinal cord, which can be life-threatening Microbiology: it can be caused by viral, bacterial, fungal, or parasitic infections, with bacterial meningitis […]

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22 July

10 pregnancy facts Pregnancy is one of the most wonderful aspects of life, but that does not mean we all know all about what happens. In this article we will describe 10 top tips about pregnancy. Let’s start with the basics. 1. What are the symptoms of pregnancy? If you have a regular monthly period, […]

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22 July

10 asthma facts We will describe 10 in depth facts about asthma. This article is mainly for health professionals. Key Points Definition: is a chronic inflammatory disease of the airways that leads to airflow obstruction Characterised: by bronchial hyperreactivity and airway inflammation Early diagnosis: and appropriate management are crucial to reduce morbidity and improve quality […]

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22 July

10 gout facts In this article, we will describe 10 facts about gout. Key Points Caused by hyperuricaemia, resulting in precipitation of monosodium urate crystals in and around joints, causing recurrent acute or chronic arthritis Initial attack (flare) of gout is usually monarticular and often involves the metatarsophalangeal joint of great toe Symptoms include acute, […]

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