10 anxiety and panic attack facts We will describe 10 facts about anxiety and panic attacks; focusing on its symptoms, causes, and treatment. Let’s start with the basics. We all have stress and fear but most can can control them. This is not anxiety, and it is not a disease. True (clinical) anxiety is defined […]
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10 depression facts In this article we will describe 10 facts about depression. Key Points Depression is a very common mental disorder – 15% of adults suffer from significant depression, and more women than men Characterised by sadness severe enough or persistent enough to interfere with function with decreased interest or pleasure in activities Exact […]
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10 SCD (sickle cell disease) facts In this article, we will describe 10 medical revision notes about sickle cell disease (SCD). Sickle cells in human blood film – both normal red blood cells and sickle-shaped cells are present. Key Points Sickle cell disease (SCD; a haemoglobinopathy) causes a chronic haemolytic anaemia occurring commonly in people […]
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10 malaria facts In this article we will describe 10 medical revision notes about malaria. Plasmodium malariae Key Points Malaria is infection with Plasmodium species Malaria is prevalent in tropical and subtropical regions, particularly in sub-Saharan Africa, South Asia, and parts of Central and South America Symptoms and signs include fever (which may be periodic), […]
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10 DVT (deep vein thrombosis) facts In this article we will describe 10 in depth facts about 10 DVT (deep vein thrombosis). This article is mainly for health professionals. Left DVT. This patient also has varicose eczema. Key Points Definition: DVT is a blood clot in a deep vein of an extremity (usually calf or […]
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10 PE (pulmonary embolism) facts In this article we will describe 10 in depth facts about pulmonary embolism. This article is mainly for health professionals. Chest x-ray showing a pleural-based wedge-shaped consolidation in the right lower lobe (Hamptons’ hump; arrow), in a patient with acute pulmonary embolism. CXR is more commonly normal (see below). Key […]
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10 suicide facts You are not alone. Help is available If you are experiencing difficult thoughts call the free Samaritans helpline on 116 123 Or Emergency Number = 999 Or go to A&E. Now. Support is available 24 hours a day, every day of the year, providing a safe place for you, whoever you are and however […]
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A-Z of most common illnesses and conditions Here is an A-Z of the most common illnesses and conditions. A Abdominal aortic aneurysm Achillies tendinopathy Acne Acute cholecystitis Acute confusion Acute lymphoblastic leukaemia Acute lymphoblastic leukaemia: Children Acute lymphoblastic leukaemia: Teenagers and young adults Acute myeloid leukaemia Acute myeloid leukaemia: Children Acute myeloid leukaemia: Teenagers and […]
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Medical history taking: structure and mnemonics This article is about medical history taking. The history is vital. Full stop. It is the most important skill of all doctors. Everywhere. Every day. Background Why? 80% of the diagnosis is in the history (10% examination, 10% tests) – so it is your key diagnostic weapon. Also, as the […]
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10 common skin rashes (with photos) Skin rashes can be itchy, unsightly and irritating. In this article we will demonstrate 10 common skin rashes (with photos). Let us start with a very common skin rash. 1. Acne Over 80% of the people are affected by acne, a skin condition that is very visible among teenagers […]
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