The Doctor Bug Show
By Doctor Bug
The Doctor Bug ShowNov 01, 2020
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An overview to Lung Transplant with brief discussion about procedure
A lung transplant is an operation to remove and replace a diseased lung with a healthy human lung from a donor.
A donor is usually a person who's died, but in rare cases a section of lung can be taken from a living donor.
Lung transplants are not carried out frequently in the UK. This is mainly because of the lack of available donors.
In 2017-18, 214 lung transplants were carried out in England.
Some insights regarding age-related cataracts
Cataracts are when the lens, a small transparent disc inside your eye, develops cloudy patches.
Over time these patches usually become bigger causing blurry, misty vision and eventually blindness.
When we're young, our lenses are usually like clear glass, allowing us to see through them. As we get older, they start to become frosted, like bathroom glass, and begin to limit our vision.
Know about Grommets: A Special Device for Glue Ear
A Special Device for Glue Ear
Baseline about Acne
Abdominal Aortic Anuerysm (AAA)
An abdominal aortic aneurysm (AAA) is a bulge or swelling in the aorta, the main blood vessel that runs from the heart down through the chest and tummy.
Acute Cholecystitis
Acute cholecystitis is inflammation of the gallbladder. It usually happens when a gallstone blocks the cystic duct.
Gallstones are small stones, usually made of cholesterol, that form in the gallbladder. The cystic duct is the main opening of the gallbladder.
Gallstones are very common, affecting about 1 in 10 adults in the UK.
What is Whiplash Injury?
Whiplash is a neck injury caused by a sudden movement of the head. It usually gets better within 2 to 3 months.
An Overview of Abortion - An abortion is a procedure to end a pregnancy
An abortion is a procedure to end a pregnancy.
It's also sometimes known as a termination of pregnancy.
The pregnancy is ended either by taking medicines or having a surgical procedure.
Types of Thyroiditis
Thyroiditis is swelling (inflammation) of the thyroid gland. It causes either unusually high or low levels of thyroid hormones in the blood.
The thyroid is a butterfly-shaped gland in the neck. It produces hormones that control the body's growth and metabolism.
These hormones affect processes such as heart rate and body temperature and convert food into energy to keep the body going.
Know about Bowel Cancer - one of the most common types of cancer diagnosed in the UK
Bowel cancer is a general term for cancer that begins in the large bowel. Depending on where the cancer starts, bowel cancer is sometimes called colon or rectal cancer.
Overview of Psoriasis
Psoriasis is a skin condition that causes red, flaky, crusty patches of skin covered with silvery scales.
Know about Acute Kidney Injury (AKI)
Acute kidney injury (AKI) is where your kidneys suddenly stop working properly. It can range from minor loss of kidney function to complete kidney failure.
NICE Guidelines:
https://www.nice.org.uk/guidance/ng148
Overview of Anaphylaxis - Triggers and Prevention
Anaphylaxis is a severe and potentially life-threatening reaction to a trigger such as an allergy.
Overview of Meningitis - Viral or Bacterial?
It can affect anyone but is most common in babies, young children, teenagers and young adults.
Meningitis can be very serious if not treated quickly.
It can cause life-threatening blood poisoning and result in permanent damage to the brain or nerves.
A number of vaccinations are available that offer some protection against meningitis.
Know about Steroid Tablets - A Type of Anti Inflammatory Medicine
Steroid tablets, also called corticosteroid tablets, are a type of anti-inflammatory medicine used to treat a range of conditions
A brief discussion about IBS - a common condition that affects the digestive system
let me inform you of the IBS, condition that occurs in the digestive system. Grow some lights about symptoms, diagnosis, dietary and lifestyle modifications as well as further support. Happy listening!
Care about gout - a sudden severe joint pain
An overview if you are facing sudden severe joint paint. Get some light on it.
Intro
Hello, I am Doctor Bug. I'm here to share my medical experience and journey. Thanks for being with me.