Skin protects the body from injury and is a bulwark against bacterial infections, viruses, and fungi. Heat loss and heat storage arranged through vasodilation of skin blood vessels or sweat glands se…
Endocarditis is an infection of the heart valves or the inner membrane of the heart (endocardium). Most people who develop this condition already have heart problems and are over 50 years old, but it…
Rabies is an acute infectious disease of the central nervous system in humans and mammals which have been fatal. In humans theoretically, clinical symptoms consisted of 4 stages in a real situation…
Understanding of malignant lymphoma among others by: Danielle, (1999) that lymphoma is a malignancy that arises from the lymphatic system. Susan Martin Tucker, (1998) is a group of neoplasms deri…
Maintenance of personal hygiene will determine the health status, in which individuals consciously and personal initiative to maintain health and prevent disease. This effort is more profitable for …
Klinefelter's syndrome was first described in 1942 when Klinefelter et al studied 9 men with gynecomastia, small testes, azoospermia, and elevated levels of gonadotropins. They believe that hypo…
Hydrocephalus also known as "water on the brain," is a buildup of fluid inside the skull that leads to brain swelling. Hydrocephalus is a medical condition in which there is an abnormal ac…
Lymphomas are a group of cancers in which cells of the lymphatic system become abnormal and start to grow uncontrollably. Because there is lymph tissue in many parts of the body, lymphomas can start …
Hypopituitarism is a condition in which the pituitary gland does not produce one or more of its hormones or not enough of them. The pituitary gland is located at the base of the brain. This condition…
Pyelonephritis is an ascending urinary tract infection that has reached the pyelum or pelvis of the kidney. It is a form of nephritis that is also referred to as pyelitis. Pyelonephritis is a pote…
Meningitis is a disease caused by the inflammation of the protective membranes covering the brain and spinal cord known as the meninges. The inflammation is usually caused by an infection of the flui…
A menstrual disorder is an irregular condition in a woman's menstrual cycle. There are a number of different menstrual disorders. Problems can range from heavy, painful periods to no period at al…
Malaria is caused by a type of parasite known as Plasmodium. This is a microscopic parasite that is transmitted by certain species of mosquitoes. Although there are numerous types of Plasmodia parasi…
Pulmonary edema is fluid accumulation in the lungs, which collects in air sacs. Pulmonary edema is an abnormal buildup of fluid in the air sacs of the lungs, which leads to shortness of breath. It le…
Anemia is a condition in which the body does not have enough healthy red blood cells. Red blood cells provide oxygen to body tissues. 1. Anemia due to B12 deficiency Vitamin B12 deficiency anemia…
Acromegaly is a syndrome that results when the anterior pituitary gland produces excess growth hormone (GH) after epiphyseal plate closure at puberty. The term acromegaly comes from Greek words meani…
NCP Urinary Tract Infection (UTI) : Nursing Diagnosis and Interventions 1. Acute Pain related to inflammation and infection of the urethra, bladder and other urinary tract structures. Goal: Pai…
Heart failure or congestive heart failure occurs when the heart is unable to provide sufficient pump action to distribute blood flow to meet the needs of the body. Heart failure can be caused by c…
Typhoid fever is a bacterial disease, caused by Salmonella typhi. It is transmitted through the ingestion of food or drink contaminated by the faeces or urine of infected people. Salmonella Typhi l…
Some of the symptoms associated with hepatitis C can cause pain. People with hepatitis C may experience episodes of abdominal pain. Pain or soreness on the right side just below the ribs could be fro…
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