In the days of a full-blown global pandemic, hospitals all around the world are experiencing a surge in patient inflow. Since the nature of pandemic is so volatile, that the health condition of a recipient can quickly escalate, making intensive care essential for survival, the importance of hospitals in this…
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PGMEE, MRCS, USMLE, MBBS, MD/MS 
How To Become A Chiropractor?
There are so many ways to enter the healthcare field when you are the type of person that loves to help people. Since back pain and spinal injuries affect so many people, then becoming a chiropractor is an ideal way to help people regain their quality of life. Back pain…
PGMEE, MRCS, USMLE, MBBS, MD/MS 
Periprosthetic Joint Infection (PJI) Criteria and Management
The 2013 ICM criteria for defining Periprosthetic joint infection (PJI) can be remembered using the mnemonic below: Mnemonic: 1 tract or 2 bact. and 3 of ABCDEF 1 sinus tract communication with the joint OR 2 positive periprosthetic cultures with phenotypically identical bacteria AND 3 of the following six minor…
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Constructing Differential Diagnoses : Mnemonic
Think of VITAMINS ABCDEK V: Vascular (bleed or blocked), or anything related to hematology I: Infective or Post-infective T: Trauma or mechanical factors such as obstructions or pressure. A: Autoimmune-related or Allergy M: Metabolic I: Idiopathic or Iatrogenic N: Neoplasia S: Social reasons – child abuse and social deprivation A:…
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What is Plantar Fascitis?
The feet contain 28 bones, 30 joints, and more than 100 muscles, tendons, and ligaments. In other words, there is a tremendous amount of things that can go wrong! Painful feet can be an indication of various issues, depending on the type of pain. If you are experiencing sharp pain…
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Different Spinal Injuries
Most people would agree having a back injury can be one of the most painful injuries any human could have. Spinal injuries can not only be extremely painful, but also very difficult to fix. There are many variations of spinal injuries as well as many different cures and remedies, for…
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Diabetes Made Easy : Epomedicine Series
Approach to Uncomplicated Diabetes Mellitus : Simplified Management of Diabetes – GLUCOSE BAD mnemonic DKA : Mnemonic Approach and Clinical Aspects GIK Regimen – Rule of Ten Simplified Guide to Statin Therapy Diabetic Ketosis without Acidosis Diabetic Foot Management
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Wound Healing : Stages
1. Haemostasis (immediate): In response to exposed collagen, platelets aggregate at the wound and degranulate, releasing inflammatory mediators. Clotting and complement cascades activated. Thrombus formation and reactive vasospasm achieve haemostasis. 2. Inflammation (0-3 days): Vasodilatation and increased capillary permeability allow inflammatory cells to enter wound, and cause swelling. Neutrophils amplify inflammatory response by release…