Injectable medication as an effective adjuvant to reduce weight and regulate insulin in patients with diabetes
Being overweight or obese significantly increases the chances of developing health-related problems e.g. diabetes, hypertension, dyslipidemia (high blood lipids), cardiovascular diseases and certain types of cancer. A number of clinical studies have indicated that central obesity (abdominal obesity) is strongly associated with the development of insulin resistance, diabetes and cardiovascular diseases. Without appropriate treatment and lifestyle modifications, central obesity can potentially lead to these chronic conditions, resulting in other serious complications and even premature death.
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Road Safety: Planning for Road Accident Management
Every trip taken can result in a road accident due to various factors. Therefore, knowing how to prevent and deal with accidents in different situations is something that should not be overlooked.
Liposuction: Contour Your Shape and Restore Your Confidence
Liposuction is a surgical procedure that uses a suction technique to remove an excessive amount of body fat accumulated in specific areas of the body, such as the abdomen, upper arms, buttocks, hips, thighs and neck. Liposuction also contours these areas, resulting in a new shape with improved physical appearance and enhanced self-confidence. Nonetheless, accumulated fat in certain areas of the body cannot be removed by liposuction. Therefore, this procedure must be conducted by highly experienced plastic surgeons with appropriate techniques to achieve the effective outcomes and minimize the risk of undesired effects and complications.
A semen analysis helps to find out the cause of infertility
Infertility has become a common medical problem affecting a large number of couples. In some cases, infertility may not result from an issue with women. A semen analysis is often recommended when couples have problems getting pregnant. The analysis helps to determine the number, shape and motility of sperms. Low sperm count or sperm dysfunction is the major reason behind male infertility. Result obtained from a semen analysis can serve as a guiding tool to select an appropriate type of infertility treatment that a couple may need.
Hashimoto's thyroiditis – an autoimmune disease that leads to hypothyroidism
The thyroid gland is a butterfly-shaped gland located in the front of the neck. It is a vital hormone gland that plays several major roles in the metabolism, growth and development of the body.
Restore confidence and regain your youthful appearance with upper and lower eyelid blepharoplasty
With increasing age, skin begins to lose elasticity, causing the skin above and below your eyes to begin sagging and drooping.
Endoscopic breast surgery for breast cancer: Restore confidence without cosmetic concerns
Breast cancer is one of the most common cancers found in women worldwide. Breast cancer treatment options are individually selected based on type of breast cancer, stage, grade, size and whether the cancer cells are sensitive to hormones.
What to do if pancreatic mass is detected
Due to recent advancements in imaging techniques, abdominal investigations can be performed on regular basis using a variety of diagnostic imaging tests. The selected tests are entirely dependent upon specific purposes that might widely vary among individual patients. Annual health check-up programs often include imaging tests to detect any abnormalities in different organs of the body. Quite often, pancreatic masses are accidentally detected during regular check-ups without warning sign or symptom, inducing unexpected anxiety and concern. To be worry-free, it remains important to understand pancreatic mass and its relevant information regarding diagnosis and effective treatment.
IVF & ICSI: Advanced fertilization procedures that bring potential hopes to couples
Infertility is a common medical problem affecting a large number of couples worldwide. Due to modern medical advancements, several infertility treatments are currently available.
Augmentation rhinoplasty: Raise up your charm with confidence and stay pretty
Augmentation rhinoplasty or commonly known as “nose jobs” is performed to increase the projection of the nasal dorsum (nasal bridge) on the profile view. It is considered one of the most common plastic surgery procedures aimed at improving cosmetic appearance. This procedure is considerably safe, less time consumption with faster recovery and immediate cosmetic effect. To obtain immensely satisfying results which might widely vary among individuals, this procedure needs to be conducted by highly experienced and well-trained plastic surgeon. To select the type of rhinoplasty and preferred material, patient’s conditions e.g. facial features, shape and size of the nose are taken principally into consideration. Prior to making a decision, it is crucial to discuss appropriate surgical technique and its possible risks with your plastic surgeon to ensure the highest level of safety and satisfaction.
Five abnormal signs that might indicate heart disease in the kids
Heart disease does not only occur in adults and the elderly, newborn babies and kids can also develop cardiac disease.
Minimally Invasive Heart Valve Surgery
The heart has four valves: the tricuspid, pulmonary, mitral and aortic valves. To keep blood flowing in the correct direction, these valves have tissue flaps (leaflets or cusps) that open and close during each heartbeat. In heart valve disease, one or more of the valves in the heart does not function properly.