HPV DNA testing is a procedure performed on women to detect high-risk HPV (human papillomavirus) infections. High-risk HPV infections can lead to changes in cervical cells and may develop into cervical cancer or other types of cancer, such as vaginal and anal cancer. The purpose of HPV DNA testing is similar to the pap smear procedure, which is to detect cervical cancer early. Cervical cancer is the second most common cancer in Indonesia. HPV DNA testing can be done in conjunction with a pap...

Detection of breast cancer can be done, even before its symptoms become apparent. To determine whether the symptoms experienced are indeed caused by breast cancer, a thorough physical examination and laboratory tests are advisable. Examinations for Detecting Breast Cancer: Physical Examination The patient's physical examination by a doctor involves checking the breasts and lymph nodes in the armpits to detect any lumps or other abnormal cells. Laboratory Tests ♡ CEA (Carcinoembryo...

A stroke is a disease of the brain vessels that results in damage to a certain part of the brain due to impaired blood flow. When a stroke occurs, brain cells can die within minutes. As a result, the body parts controlled by the damaged area of the brain will lose their function. Minor Stroke or Transient Ischemic Attack (TIA) A Transient Ischemic Attack (TIA), sometimes known as a ministroke or minor stroke, is a temporary period of symptoms similar to a stroke. TIA does not cause perman...

As age increases, numerous health issues are encountered, ranging from back pain to knee pain that will disrupt tranquility in old age. The disturbance that occurs in the knee, accompanied by pain, is caused by knee joint calcification. The term calcification is more commonly known as osteoarthritis or degenerative joint disease. The incidence of osteoarthritis will increase in line with advancing age. At the age of over 60, 25% of women and 15% of men have a tendency to experience symptoms o...

There is no unique clinical picture that establishes an early menopause diagnosis. However, various tests are required to confirm a diagnosis of early menopause, among them are: Doctor's Anamnesis Examination Physical Examination Auxiliary Laboratory Examination #1. Anamnesis The doctor's anamnesis examination is conducted in relation to the symptoms of estrogen deficiency. The primary symptom is the cessation of menstruation, which is preceded by changes in the menstrual cycle. M...

The diagnosis of herpes simplex is suspected in patients who complain of lesions in the form of grouped vesicles on an erythematous base which then become pustules, erosion, and ulceration at the ruptured vesicles. Before lesions appear, patients generally experience prodromal symptoms such as malaise, anorexia, fever and lymphadenopathy. Supporting examinations such as the Tzank test or PCR can be considered to confirm the diagnosis in cases where the lesion is atypical. ANAMNESIS Symp...