Understand the Differences Between Nasal Polyps & Sinusitis There's often a misconception in society that nasal polyps and sinusitis are the same disease. This assumption is understandable due to the similarities in complaints and symptoms experienced by individuals. However, there are recognizable differences in the nature of these diseases. Common symptoms for both nasal polyps and sinusitis typically include a runny nose, nasal congestion, throat mucus, reduced smell function, facial pa...

In 2023, the cases of Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV) in Indonesia increased. According to data from the Ministry of Health, the transmission of cases is dominated by housewives, accounting for 35%. One of the contributing factors is the low knowledge about prevention and the effects of the disease, as well as having a partner with risky sexual behavior. It is important to note that HIV (Human Immunodeficiency Virus) and AIDS (Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome) are two different conditio...

BE ALERT TO THE OCCURRENCE OF TYPE 1 DIABETES IN CHILDREN Diabetes Mellitus (DM) is a metabolic disorder characterized by chronic hyperglycemia and abnormalities in carbohydrate, fat, and protein metabolism, resulting from defects in insulin secretion, insulin action, or both. This disease not only affects adults but also children. According to data from the Indonesian Pediatrician Association (IDAI), there were 1,220 children with Type 1 DM in Indonesia. The incidence of Type 1 DM in chil...

Several studies have shown that erectile dysfunction is experienced by approximately 20-85% of individuals with diabetes. This is certainly a significant number. One study in Semarang indicated that 84.4% of male diabetes patients experience erectile dysfunction. Most of them are over 46 years old, experience job-related stress, have low physical activity, are overweight, smoke, have had diabetes for more than 5 years, and have high blood pressure. Diabetes Mellitus (DM) is a condition charac...

Dyspepsia is a digestive disorder that causes discomfort in the upper abdomen due to gastric acid or stomach disease. In Indonesia, the prevalence of dyspepsia reaches 40-50%, and in 2020, it was estimated that the incidence of dyspepsia increased from 10 million people to 28 million people. The discomfort in the upper left abdomen or the epigastric area can be accompanied by symptoms such as nausea, vomiting, early satiety, feeling full after eating, bloating, and regurgitation. Complaints l...

Many women believe that a lump in the breast is a sign of cancer. However, several conditions can cause breast lumps. Causes of breast lumps, apart from cancer, include: FIBROADENOMA A benign tumor that tends to occur in women aged 20 to 30 years. The tumor forms from changes in breast tissue and connective tissue. The trigger can be hormonal changes, such as estrogen fluctuations or the use of birth control pills before the age of 20. FIBROCYSTIC BREASTS Abnormal growth of fibrous ti...