Hi, Pramita friends! Did you know that cancer is the uncontrolled growth of abnormal cells that can affect various organs? Common cancers include lung, stomach, liver, colorectal, prostate, breast, and cervical cancer. According to the National Cancer Institute, cancer is classified into five types: carcinoma, sarcoma, lymphoma, adenoma, and leukemia. Causes range from chemical exposure, radiation, oncogenic viruses, and hormonal factors. The good news? Cancer can be prevented and even cured whe...

Hi, Pramita friends! Did you know stunting is a major concern in Indonesia? Stunting refers to impaired physical and developmental growth in children due to long-term malnutrition. Symptoms include short stature, delayed motor skills, and a weakened immune system. Preventing stunting requires balanced nutrition, exclusive breastfeeding for the first 6 months, and ensuring children receive proper immunizations and growth monitoring. Family education is also key to promoting healthy nutritional pr...

Hi, Sahabat Pramita! Did you know sepsis is a life-threatening medical condition caused by an overreaction of the immune system to an infection? Severe cases, known as septic shock, carry a high risk of death. Risk factors include diabetes, advanced age, or immunosuppressant use. Early symptoms include high fever (above 38°C) or low body temperature (below 36°C), rapid heartbeat, and shortness of breath. Laboratory tests, such as abnormal white blood cell counts, support the diagnosis. Early det...

Hi, Pramita friends! Ever felt like the world around you is spinning? That’s vertigo, but don’t panic—it’s not a disease, rather a symptom of an underlying health condition. There are two types of vertigo: peripheral vertigo, caused by issues in the inner ear that control balance, and central vertigo, which stems from problems in the cerebellum or central nervous system, like migraines, strokes, or even tumors. Preventing vertigo is simple! Regular exercise, sleeping with your head elevated,...

Seasonal diseases often emerge during specific periods, such as respiratory infections in summer or leptospirosis during rainy seasons. Conditions like dengue, typhoid, and diarrhea are also common and linked to viral, bacterial, or parasitic infections. Prevention starts with good hygiene, a healthy lifestyle, and regular health check-ups. If symptoms like high fever, shortness of breath, or frequent diarrhea occur, seek medical advice promptly. PRAMITA Laboratory offers comprehensive health...

Hello Sahabat PRAMITA! Let’s discuss epilepsy, a neurological disorder often misunderstood. Epilepsy is not a mental illness or possession but a brain condition marked by recurrent seizures without fever.   Seizures are caused by excessive electrical activity in the brain and are categorized into: Generalized Seizures – Affecting the entire brain, such as tonic-clonic, myoclonic, or absence seizures. Focal Seizures – Occur in specific parts of the brain, with or without consciousness...