Peritonitis can be the consequence of a perforation of the abdomen or complications of other pathologies. It is a condition that must be treated immediately, otherwise the patient runs the risk of developing a life-threatening infection. According to an analytical report published in the MEDISAN Electronic Journal entitled “Prognostic factors for mortality due to secondary…
According to statistics from the World Health Organization, almost 10 million people died from lymphomas in 2020. These figures illustrate the seriousness and global impact of this disease. This type of cancer attacks the lymphatic system, its most common variant being non-Hodgkin’s lymphoma, which accounts for approximately 90% of cases. Survival rates after undergoing rigorous…
“Picky eater” is the Anglo-Saxon term given to children who are picky or selective eaters and is related to an alteration of eating behavior that is generally mild, transient and not related to a nutritional compromise. It is important to identify the presence of alarm symptoms to consult and rule out organic causes that usually…
You have probably never or infrequently heard of non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD), but it is a condition that strikes without warning and without obvious symptoms and can have very serious health consequences. The condition affects about 100 million Americans, and causes a lot of fat to be stored in the livers of people who…
The holidays are filled with family, friends and festive gatherings. Healthy eating during the holidays may seem like a challenge, but it doesn’t always mean giving up your favorite desserts and sweets. With a few small changes, it’s possible to maintain healthy eating habits during the holiday season. Baking for the holidays? Small changes can…
Appendicitis is a common disease at any age. It can occur in people between the ages of 10 and 30. In a case of appendicitis, a person may downplay the pain until it becomes very severe. Appendicitis is often the leading cause of critical patient admissions to the hospital. In this article we will discuss…
Astigmatism is a very common vision problem. The WHO states that there are at least 2.2 billion people suffering from vision problems. Astigmatism is usually present from birth and gets worse with time. It can also be combined with other visual problems such as nearsightedness and farsightedness. In this article we will discuss what exactly…
Mental disorders represent the loss of mental health, but mental health encompasses a broader concept that is essential to understand if we are to achieve a fuller and more satisfying life. Mental disorders are common and very disabling. In addition to losses to society, they generate significant suffering for patients and those close to them….
With the omicron surge in our rearview mirror, there are some signs that the COVID-19 pandemic may finally be loosening its grip on the globe. But while case rates are lower here in the United States, they’re still elevated in other parts of the world, and certain members of the population might need a second…
For some people, the biggest concern about varicose veins is the way they look. But there are possible links between varicose veins and serious health problems involving blood clots in the deeper veins of your legs. Douglas Joseph, DO, Director of Cleveland Clinic’s Vascular Medicine Outpatient Department, offers his best advice on how to limit the…
Bad news, burger fans: A tick bite has the potential to permanently remove red meat from your menu. A meat allergy known as alpha-gal syndrome (AGS) appears to be triggered by a tick bite, researchers say. Case counts are growing, too. There were only 24 reported cases in the United State in 2009. By 2018,…
Runny nose, itchy eyes, brain-rattling sneezes … must be spring! In many parts of the U.S., allergy season begins in February and can last until early summer. Allergist Frank J. Eidelman, MD, MBA, FAAAAI, explains what can make spring allergies so brutal and how you can manage the sneezing, wheezing, sniffling and more. Why your allergies are…