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Breast Cancer Screening Panel
Thu, 31 Oct 2024Breast cancer ranks first in the number of cancer cases and is the leading cause of cancer-related deaths worldwide each year. Risk factors closely associated with the increased incidence of breast cancer include being female, age over 50, family and genetic history, a history of breast disease, early menstruation (55 years), reproductive history, hormonal factors, obesity, alcohol consumption, a history of radiation exposure to the chest wall, and environmental factors. After being diagnosed...
Read MoreStroke Examination
Thu, 24 Oct 2024When experiencing stroke symptoms or signs of "Immediate Action to the Hospital," patients should promptly check their health condition by going to a doctor's practice or a hospital. There are several methods and tests that will be conducted to diagnose early stroke symptoms, including: Physical Examination This includes several simple tests such as blood pressure, heart rate, and early neurological disorder symptoms. Some neurological examinations that will be performed include: Ale...
Read MoreOsteoporosis Screening Panel
Thu, 17 Oct 2024The osteoporosis screening panel includes several tests and examinations to evaluate bone health and detect the risk of osteoporosis. Here are some tests commonly performed in the osteoporosis screening panel: Total Serum Calcium, Albumin, and Phosphorus This test is part of the CMP (Comprehensive Metabolic Panel) to detect conditions related to hypercalcemia, such as primary hyperparathyroidism, or hypocalcemia, which can lead to bone loss. Serum Creatinine and Glomerular Filtration Ra...
Read MoreWhat is Examined in an MCU?
Thu, 10 Oct 2024Here are some things that are commonly checked during a Medical Check-Up (MCU): Current Condition and Medical History The doctor will assess your current condition through anamnesis/interview and take a complete medical history, including family history, past illnesses, allergies, and current medication use. This information helps in identifying risk factors and understanding the individual's health background. Physical Examination A physical examination is conducted to evaluate the over...
Read MoreHow to Diagnose Prostate Cancer?
Thu, 3 Oct 2024There are several examinations needed to diagnose penile cancer. The doctor will start by asking questions about the patient's symptoms and medical history. Then, a physical examination of the penis area will be conducted, including an examination of the groin to check for lymph node swelling. During the physical examination, the doctor will assess the penis for the size, location, movement of the tumor, and the extent of tissue damage around it. Bilateral inguinal lymph node palpation is cru...
Read MoreHow to Differentiate Chest Pain Caused by Heart Disease and GERD?
Thu, 26 Sep 2024In distinguishing chest pain caused by heart disease from GERD, a doctor will conduct an anamnesis to inquire about the patient's medical history and perform a physical examination. To diagnose heart disease, the following examinations are necessary: Electrocardiogram (ECG) is a recording of the heart’s electrical activity. This test can assess ischemia (reduced blood flow to the heart muscle) due to coronary artery disease. Echocardiogram is a heart examination using ultrasound. Ex...
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