"Oh no, I got acne again, it must be from the food I ate last night." Have you ever heard such a complaint? Or maybe you’re one of those who always avoid certain foods because you believe they cause acne? Indeed, many people often blame foods like nuts, fried foods, or seafood when acne appears on their faces. It’s not uncommon for this condition to be called a peanut allergy or seafood allergy. But is that really the case? Allergies to food or anything that affects the immune system and c...

Hey, Pramita Friends! Did you know that taking an ice bath after exercising can help your body recover faster? Let's dive into the cool benefits of this recovery method. What is an Ice Bath? An ice bath is a recovery technique where #sahabatpramita submerge their body in cold or icy water after exercising. The benefits? Oh, there are plenty! From reducing inflammation to speeding up muscle recovery and improving blood circulation. Essentially, it's a surefire way to eliminate soreness and...

A fever is a symptom indicating the presence of an illness in the body. When the temperature rises, it could mean the body is fighting an infection, leading to a fever, or showing signs of inflammation causing the fever. In Indonesia, it is common for people to advise against bathing when experiencing a fever, believing it might worsen the condition. But is this advice true? According to the book "Buku Ajar Ilmu Kesehatan: Memahami Gejala, Tanda, dan Mitos" (2019) by Dr. dr. Umar Zein, DTM&H....

Hey, #sahabatpramita! Have you ever heard a friend or family member say, "Real men don't cry!" or "Why are you complaining like a girl?" If so, you’ve just encountered toxic masculinity. But wait, don't rush to judge. Let's have a relaxed chat about what toxic masculinity is and how to avoid it.  What is Toxic Masculinity? Toxic masculinity is like an invisible poison. It seeps into our thoughts and behaviors without us realizing it. It’s a set of norms that require men to always appear...

X-ray Imaging is a procedure that captures images of the body's structures using X-ray radiation. X-rays are a special form of radiation with very high energy, allowing them to penetrate the body and produce an image. Besides detecting health issues, X-rays can also be used as an adjunct procedure in certain medical actions. In an X-ray image, solid objects like bones appear white, while the air in the lungs appears black, and fat or muscle shows up as gray. This procedure helps doctors diagn...

In the medical field, radiology examinations are very helpful for doctors to view the internal parts of a patient’s body in order to gain insights into their medical condition. Nearly every healthcare facility has integrated radiology services. This aims to facilitate coordination between doctors and the radiology department so that patients can be diagnosed and treated effectively. The radiology examination process uses radiographic equipment with various machines and other techniques to pro...