Highlights of Reactive Arthritis
Reactive Arthritis is joint pain that occurs when the immune system reacts to an infection elsewhere in the body, such as the intestines or urinary tract. It is commonly triggered by infections from bacteria like Salmonella, Chlamydia, and Campylobacter.
HLA-B 27 is the most common gene associated with…
Highlights of Post-Streptococcal Glomerulonephritis
Post-streptococcal glomerulonephritis(PSGN) is an inflammation of the kidneys that occurs after throat or skin infection, affecting primarily children aged 5-12.
Malnutrition and weakened immune systems increase the risk of PSGN. It can be more common in lower socioeconomic areas and certain ethnic groups.
Swelling that begins…
Highlights of Nephrotic Syndrome
Nephrotic Syndrome is a group of disorders with kidney damage and loss of proteins in urine.
Most people with nephrotic syndrome have swelling, particularly in the face or legs, frothy or bubbly urine, rapid weight gain, fatigue, and loss of appetite.
The diagnosis of nephrotic syndrome can be…
Highlights of Osteoarthritis
Osteoarthritis is the most common joint condition, affecting the hands, knees, neck, hips, and lower back.
Osteoarthritis is one of the major causes of disability in older people, but it can also occur in the young population.
Osteoarthritis can cause symptoms such as pain, stiffness, limited range of…
Highlights Of Urinary Tract Infections
UTI is more common in women, affecting almost 50% of the female population at least once in their lifetime.
UTI typically presents as frequent urination, difficulty urinating, flank pain, fever, and chills.
Urine culture is a gold standard test to diagnose UTI.
Overuse and…
Highlights of Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome (ARDS)
Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome is a severe and life-threatening lung condition that causes low blood oxygen levels, leading to shortness of breath and bluish discoloration of the skin and lips.
Sepsis is the leading cause of ARDS.
Acute respiratory distress syndrome treatment focuses…
| Highlights of Anorexia Nervosa
Anorexia nervosa is a serious eating disorder where people lose a dangerous amount of weight due to fear of gaining weight.
Anorexia nervosa is most commonly found among teenagers and has the highest mortality risk among mental illnesses and drug overdose.
Dieting, excessive exercise, or…
| Highlights on Anticoagulants
Anticoagulants increase the risk of bleeding, which might show up as more bruising, nosebleeds, bleeding gums, pink or brown urine, or heavier menstrual periods.
Contact sports can increase your chance of bleeding, so wear protective sportswear to protect yourself from injuries while on anticoagulation.
Pregnancy is…
| Highlights of Crohn’s Disease
Crohn’s disease is an inflammatory bowel disease that can affect any part of the digestive tract, with the small intestine and colon being the most commonly affected areas.
Crohn’s disease persists throughout life and follows a pattern of relapses and periods of improvement.
While the…
| Highlights – Erectile Dysfunction
Erectile dysfunction (ED) is the inability to achieve or maintain an erection sufficient for satisfactory sexual performance.
While ED is more common in older men, it is not an inevitable part of aging. Younger men can experience ED, often due to psychological factors or lifestyle choices. …

