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A senior doctor is calling on the government to reinforce a trauma problem in Thailand as an urgent problem on the national agenda.

Back and neck problems can affect your life in many ways and finding the underlying cause of your specific issue may not be an easy task. If back or neck pain is affecting your quality of life, it is time to seek medical attention. Bangkok spine academy focuses on providing high quality services and compassionate patient care. Our facility features state of the art equipment and the latest technology. Our doctors are dedicated to providing unique and innovative treatments enabling their patients to experience an improved quality of life.

Knee replacement surgery restores a damaged, worn, or diseased knee joint. It is one of the most successful procedures, enabling people to live more active lives free of chronic knee pain. However, a knee replacement may fail for a variety of reasons. When this occurs, your knee can become unstable, painful and swollen. If your knee replacement fails, your doctor may recommend that you have a revision surgery.

Stroke is one of the leading causes of death and the leading preventable causes of disability. The right care right away can save both lives and quality of life. Stroke can happen to anyone at any time, including young people. The quicker you recognize the signs of stroke and seek medical care, the higher your likelihood of having a successful recovery. Therefore, it is important to know how to identify that a stroke is happening.

Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) is a hormonal disorder common among women of reproductive age. Being overweight is one of the risk factors of the condition, as it causes insulin resistance and abnormal level of hormone. Polycystic ovary syndrome is common in women of childbearing age, 25-35 years. If left untreated, PCOS can lead to infertility, endometrial hyperplasia, and cancer of the uterine lining (endometrial cancer).

Puberty is a natural process and occurs when a child’s body begins to develop and change as they become adults. However, it may not be a good sign if your child starts puberty too early. Parents need to be educated about the signs of early puberty, also called precocious puberty, as these physical changes could psychologically affect your child more than you think.

The geriatric assessment is a multidimensional, multidisciplinary assessment designed to evaluate an older person's functional ability, physical health, cognition and mental health, and their socio environmental circumstances. People who are older than 60 years old should receive the assessment in order to reduce the risk of chronic diseases and improve their quality of life.

As we are getting older, our body and organs begin to deteriorate and become more susceptible to a variety of diseases. The timing varies among individuals depending on several factors, including: lifestyle, diet, stress, etc. In order to maintain a perfect health, you have to take care of your body.

As you age, your skin undergoes gradual changes. Some parts of the face are more susceptible than others to the signs of aging such as outer corners of the eyes, forehead, frown lines, and nasolabial folds. Botox injection is one of the most common nonsurgical cosmetic procedures. It is safe and effective treatment for fine lines and wrinkles.

The opening of Royal Phnom Penh Hospital in November 2014 proved to be a significant milestone for medical care in Cambodia. As a member of the Bangkok Dusit Medical Services Group (BDMS), the modern facility quickly established a reputation as a centre of medical excellence, providing world-class healthcare services for Cambodian and international patients. In 2017, its standing was strengthened further when it became the first and only JCI accredited hospital in Cambodia.

As we grow older, our skin changes. Fine lines appear, and over time wrinkles form and a loss of volume and a loss of elasticity become noticeable. Ulthera is a device that uses focused ultrasound energy to lift and tighten the skin. It is a safe non-surgical method to lift and tighten skin without any visible downtime.

Aging affects us all. Your skin also changes with age. As you get older, you may notice your skin is not as smooth or as tight as it once was. When collagen starts to decline with age, or with exposure to things like UV rays or cigarette smoke, our skin’s structural integrity is compromised. Thermage is a proven, unique radiofrequency treatment that can help improve the appearance of sagging or loose skin. It stimulates the body to heal by new collagen formation. The new collagen can ultimately serve to lift, tighten, and smooth the skin.

A stroke occurs when something blocks blood supply to parts of the brain or when a blood vessel in the brain bursts. In either cases, parts of the brain become damaged or dies. It is one of the leading cause of death and disability. A stroke can sometimes cause temporary or permanent disabilities, depending on how long the brain lacks blood flow and which part is affected. Paralysis is one of the complications caused by a stroke. The patient may become paralyzed on one side of the body or lose control of certain muscles, depending on which parts of the brain is affected.

A stroke occur when blood supply to parts of your brain is interrupted or reduced, depriving brain tissue of oxygen and nutrients. Each year more women have strokes than men. A stroke is a medical emergency. Prompt treatment is crucial. Early action can minimize brain damage, disability and potential complications.

Bangkok Academy of Sports and Exercise Medicine (BASEM), Bangkok Hospital is proud to receive the first FIFA accreditation in Thailand and South East Asia, third in Asia, and the 26^th in the world. “FIFA Medical Centre of Excellence” accreditation was given by Fédération Internationale de Football Association (FIFA) in 2012 and this year is the 6^th year.

Many people wonder if there is a link between migraine and stroke. Migraine is a type of headache that causes severe throbbing pain, usually on one side of the head. Migraine attacks can cause significant pain for hours to days and can be so severe that the pain is disabling. Migraine is more common in females 30-40 years old. The recurring headaches can be so severe that it may interfere with the normal day to day life.

The popularity of electronic cigarettes (e-cigarettes) has grown rapidly in several countries in the past decade. Electronic cigarettes may help cigarette smokers quit smoking, but they may also encourage transitions to start smoking cigarettes. Currently, the use of electronic cigarettes is controversial. The controversy persists because researchers do not yet know if electronic cigarettes are more beneficial or detrimental for the human population. This article will show you available evidences on electronic cigarettes.

Diabetes can be dangerous for your feet. Even a small cut can cause serious consequences. Diabetes may cause nerve damages that take away the feeling in your feet. Diabetes may also reduce blood flow to the feet, making it harder to heal an injury or resist infections. Due to these problems, you may not notice a foreign object in your shoe. As a result, you could develop a blister or a sore. This could lead to an infection or a non-healing wound that could put you at risk of amputation. In rainy season, one needs to be extra careful with their feet, as this is the time with high humidity and as a result is prone to several infections.

5 Signs to Know If You Tore Your Anterior Cruciate Ligament (ACL)

With advancements in medical technology, minimally invasive surgery is the new surgical technique that allows surgeons to perform safe, precise and less invasive surgical procedures. Bangkok Hospital, Bangkok Heart Hospital, and Wattanosoth Hospital are now offering minimally invasive surgery to patients with a wide range of surgical conditions.

Founded in 2010, Temos International Healthcare Accreditation is the only worldwide independent accreditation body focused on the quality of international patient management from the medical and non-clinical perspectives. With regional offices spread around the world, the German-based Temos International serves providers and patients on six continents.

A dermoid cyst is a sac-like growth that is present at birth. It contains structures such as hair, fluid, teeth, or skin glands. Dermoid cysts are caused when skin and skin structures become trapped during fetal development. They grow slowly and are not tender unless ruptured.

A joint is defined as the point at which two or more bones articulate. Synovial joints are by far the most common classification of joint within the human body. They are highly moveable and all have a synovial capsule (collagenous structure) surrounding the entire joint, a synovial membrane (the inner layer of the capsule) which secretes synovial fluid (a lubricating liquid) and cartilage known as hyaline cartilage which pads the ends of the articulating bones.

Nowadays, most of us spend time staring at a computer or smartphone longer than 6 hours a day. The time we spend staring at our screens is time we spend exposing our eyes to blue light. Many eye doctors are concerned about the effects our screen time could have on our vision and our health, and the main cause of that concern is blue light.

Most people have experienced mental fog or brain fog. It is often described as a cloudy-headed feeling. Forgetfulness is a common complaint among older adults. As we grow older, we experience physiological changes that can cause glitches in brain functions we have always taken for granted. It takes longer to learn and recall information. We are not as quick as we used to be. Also, lack of sleep, overworking, and stress can cause brain fog. Brain fog can be frustrating, but relief is possible. Do not ignore your symptoms. If left untreated, brain fog can impact the quality of your life and lead to other conditions such as Parkinson’s disease, memory loss, and Alzheimer’s disease.

We all want the summer months to be a time of fun and laughter for the little ones. However, just like winter months come with cold and flu, summer months bring few illnesses that we should all watch out for and protect our children.

Although you have probably heard of the term “lazy eye or amblyopia” before, a lot of parents do not know much about this condition. It is estimated that 3 to 5% of the general population suffers from this form of visual impairment. If not treated early, an amblyopic eye may never develop good vision and may even become functionally blind. With early diagnosis and treatment, the sight in the lazy eye can be restored.

The Songkran holiday season is a very busy time, and when accidents happen, we often take a wait and see approach. Now this strategy may work for some medical issues, but eye problems need to be evaluated right away. Delaying treatment for injuries, infections and sudden vision changes can result in vision loss.

Allergies occur when your immune system reacts to a foreign substance such as pollen, pet dander, or food that may not cause a reaction in most people. Eye allergy symptoms are regularly reported as one of the top three allergy complaints. The focus for people with allergies is usually their skin, lungs and nasal symptoms but what people do not realize is that the burning, itching, watery, or gritty feeling they have in their eyes can and should to be treated. Anyone with these symptoms should see an allergist to have their allergies identified and resolved.

Maxillofacial surgery is the surgical specialty concerned with the diagnosis and treatment of diseases affecting the mouth, jaws, face, and neck. These include fall injuries, assaults, and car accidents. Our maxillofacial specialists focus on helping the patient return to normal functions again.

Painful hand conditions usually have ergonomic causes among office workers.

The hands are one of the most important parts of human body. Hands are very complex organ with multiple joints, different types of ligament, tendons and nerves. Intricate in design and function, the hand is an amazing work of anatomic engineering. Form follows function in the hand. Therefore, any injury to the underlying structures of the hand carries the potential for serious handicap. To reduce this risk, even the smallest hand injuries require proper medical evaluation.

Osteoarthritis is called wear-and-tear arthritis because it is a result of using joints every day. The older a person gets, the greater the wear-and-tear. Some risk factors of osteoarthritis include hereditary, age, gender, diet, and lifestyle factors. There is no cure for osteoarthritis, however you can manage symptoms and reduce risk factors. If you do develop osteoarthritis, there are many lifestyle changes you can make to slow the course of the disease.

The rotator cuff is a group of muscles and tendons that surround the shoulder joint, keeping the head of your upper arm bone firmly within the shallow socket of the shoulder. A rotator cuff can be injured during activities that place a tremendous amount of force or strain on the shoulder, such as playing baseball or tennis.  The severity of injury may range from a mild strain and inflammation to a partial or complete tear of one of the rotator cuff muscles that may require surgery for rotator cuff repair. In such circumstances, medical care should be provided as soon as possible.

            One of the most common knee injuries is an anterior cruciate ligament sprain or tear. The injury most commonly occurs during sports that involve sudden stops, jumping or changes in direction like soccer, basketball, and skiing. It may take months to return to full activity after the treatment. Therefore, it is better to consult a doctor immediately after the injury.

Glaucoma is one of the leading causes of blindness in older adults. Glaucoma does not usually cause any symptoms to begin with. It tends to develop slowly over many years and affects the edges of your vision first. World glaucoma week runs from 11-17 March this year. The World Glaucoma Association alerts people to have regular eye checkups to detect glaucoma earlier. Vision loss due to glaucoma cannot be recovered. So it is important to have regular eye examinations that include measurements of your eye pressure. If glaucoma is recognized early, vision loss can be slowed or even prevented.

Have you noticed signs of distractibility, hypersensitivity, or forgetfulness in your child? It could be attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). Data from the department of mental health in 2016 shows that there were 420,000 children aged between 6-15 years suffering from ADHD.

Influenza (flu) is a contagious respiratory illness caused by influenza viruses. While cold and flu viruses spread rapidly in indoor environments like offices, they can also spread at outdoor work environments. This occurs when they become airborne or contaminates a surface that many people touch, such as the handrail of a sky train.  People who get vaccinated are at lower risk of getting influenza than those who are not. An expert also recommends people in high risk group to get vaccinated.

Immunizations are not just for children. Protection from some childhood vaccines can wear off over time. All adults need immunizations to help them prevent getting and spreading serious diseases that could result in poor health, missed work, medical bills, and not being able to care for family. As we age our immune system weakens and puts us at higher risk for certain diseases such as shingles and pneumonia.

Transoral Endoscopic Thyroidectomy – New Thyroid Surgery Technique That Leaves No Visible Scar

Rotavirus is a highly contagious virus that causes severe diarrhea in children and adults. Many people are wondering what are the symptoms of rotavirus infection and when to see a doctor.

Losing weight can seem very tough. Sometimes you may feel like you are doing everything right and yet unable to achieve satisfying results. It is important to understand the cause of weight gain and know how to lose weight in a healthy way. This will help you control your weight in the long run.

Anger is a normal emotion. Children are not always able to control their emotions and sometimes burst out in anger.  Most children have occasional tantrums or meltdowns. They may sometimes lash out if they are frustrated or be defiant if asked to do something they do not want to do. But when kids do these things repeatedly, or cannot control their tempers most of the time, it may be more than just a typical behavior.

Nowadays, gynecologic disorders among women are increasing. Women over 30 years have a chance of having myoma uteri, ovarian cysts, and endometriosis. The most common is myoma uteri.  Statistically, for every 10 women, 3 or 4 will suffer from these conditions and 30% of these women will have to undergo surgery. Therefore, an annual gynecologic exam is important to detect the disease early.

Snoring can be found in 3-12% of children. It is common but may also be the first sign of obstructive sleep apnea, which is common in preschool and kindergarten children. It can have effects on daytime learning, behavior, and emotion. If your child makes noise when breathing during sleep or snoring becomes noticeable, you should consult a doctor.

Urinary incontinence, the loss of bladder control, and related symptoms such as frequent urination and intense urge to urinate. Women who have had 2-3 vaginal births are more likely to have urinary incontinence. The leakage might happen when coughing and sneezing. This is called stress urinary incontinence (SUI).

Obesity may increase the risk of many health problems. One of them is diabetes type 2, which accounts for 95% of people with diabetes. 4 in 5 patients are overweight or obese. The symptoms might not be severe but being able to recognize them is important. The links between obesity and type 2 diabetes are firmly established. Without the intervention of a healthy diet and appropriate exercise, obesity can lead to type 2 diabetes over a relatively short period of time. Therefore, it is important to maintain a healthy weight.

ReLEx is a new technique of laser vision correction. Due to the smaller wound by minimal invasive surgery, ReLEx results in less immediate post-operative discomfort and tearing

Obesity is a common problem that is estimated to affect around one in 3 adults. In 2017, there were 2,200 million people who had obesity. Obesity has increased 3 times more in men and 2 times more in women. In Thailand, this is also increasing. As for the ranking of obesity in the ASEAN region, Thailand came second after Malaysia. There are 10 million people with obesity in Thailand – 4.7 million men and 11.3 million women.