The diagnosis of pneumonia depends on the type of pneumonia and its severity. Several laboratory tests can be conducted to assist in diagnosing pneumonia: 1. The doctor will examine symptoms and signs of pneumonia, such as pulse rate, breathing frequency, body temperature, and lung sounds. 2. Chest X-rays can help the doctor see if there are changes in the lungs that indicate pneumonia. 3. A complete blood count can help the doctor determine if there is an infection in the body. 4. A sputu...

Pneumonia is an inflammatory condition that occurs when a person has an infection in the air sacs within the lungs. These infected air sacs fill with fluid or pus (purulent sputum). This condition can cause a phlegm-filled or pus-filled cough, fever, chills, and difficulty breathing. Pneumonia infections can affect either one side of the lungs or both. In Indonesia, pneumonia is more commonly known as "wet lung." This disease not only affects adults but can also occur in children, even newbor...

Hello, friends! Have you ever felt more comfortable being alone or just with a close friend? If so, you might have an introverted personality. Let's dive deeper into what it means to be an introverted child and the best ways to support them! What Is an Introverted Child? An introverted child tends to be more comfortable with their inner world. They prefer spending time alone or with one or two friends rather than in a crowd. Activities like playing alone, reading books, or drawing in their...

Hello, friends! Have you ever heard that guava juice can be a miracle cure for dengue fever? They say drinking guava juice can quickly raise platelet counts. But is this fact or just a myth? Let's dive deeper! Drinking Guava Juice When You Have Dengue Fever Getting dengue fever is no fun at all. Instead of enjoying the new year, you might end up in the hospital. When friends or family visit, they often bring guava juice. It's believed that this juice can help raise platelet counts and spee...

Who else starts panicking when they hear guests are coming over? I bet many hands are raised. The immediate response is to clean the bathroom, stash away the dishes in the dishwasher, check the fridge, and shove all random items into closets or drawers. Shouting at the family to not touch anything until the guests arrive is common because we all want our homes to look like no one lives there. But isn't that too much hassle? What if we just kept it real? Imagine, a friend suddenly texts, "Hey,...

Diagnosing food allergies is not as straightforward as diagnosing other conditions. As mentioned, symptoms of food allergies can vary widely from person to person, and you may not experience the same symptoms every time you react. Food allergies don't just affect one specific part of the body. Their effects can be felt on the skin, respiratory tract, digestive system, and even the cardiovascular system. Most food allergies are evident from childhood, but some people may develop allergies at d...