Did you know, PRAMITA Friends, that around 17 million people in Indonesia suffer from thyroid disorders? This small, butterfly-shaped gland in the neck actually plays a major role in regulating metabolism, body temperature, and even children's growth and development! Thyroid disorders can include: Hypothyroidism (lack of thyroid hormone): symptoms include fatigue, dry skin, and weight gain. Hyperthyroidism (excess thyroid hormone): symptoms include rapid heartbeat, excessi...

Identical twins refer to twin siblings of the same gender who have extremely similar facial features, often hard to distinguish. This condition is known as monozygotic twins, where “mono” means one and “zygote” means a fertilized egg. So how can two babies be born as identical twins? Can parents plan a pregnancy to have identical twins? Find the full explanation below. What Are Identical Twins? As mentioned above, identical twins are two babies born with nearly identical physical features...

Early Cervical Cancer Detection Is Now as Easy as a Urine Test Dear Sahabat PRAMITA, Cervical cancer is one of the most common types of cancer affecting Indonesian women. Ranking second after breast cancer, it is often diagnosed at an advanced stage due to the absence of early symptoms. In fact, over 90% of cervical cancer cases are caused by HPV (Human Papillomavirus) infection, which is detectable early. Now, screening is easier than ever. The HPV DNA urine test offers a practical, co...

Dear PRAMITA friends, Persistent coughing or morning sneezing? It might not be a regular flu—it could be signs of asthma or allergies!  At PRAMITA, we offer:  Doctor consultation & medical history  Oxygen saturation test  Spirometry  IgE-specific allergy test Asthma is often triggered by hidden allergens like dust, smoke, or pet dander. Early detection is key! Visit your nearest PRAMITA Clinic.  Don’t ignore chronic cough—get checked today!

Have You Ever Heard of Asthma? But do you know whether this condition can be inherited from your parents? Let’s take a look at the explanation. Asthma is a chronic condition where the airways become inflamed and narrowed, causing coughing, shortness of breath, or wheezing. But what causes it? Genetics, environment, or both? The Environment Plays a Key Role Too Exposure to pollution, cigarette smoke, allergens like dust or animal dander, even viral infections can trigger asthma—especia...

Do High Heels Really Cause Varicose Veins? Here’s the Fact! Varicose veins are more than a cosmetic issue—they're a vascular disorder where weakened vein valves disrupt blood flow from the legs back to the heart. This results in bulging, twisted veins on the skin’s surface. High heels are often blamed, especially among women. But are they truly the main cause? In fact, varicose veins are triggered by multiple factors: Genetics Obesity Pregnancy Prolonged standing/sitting Hor...