The urethra is the canal that leads from the urinary bladder to allow for urine to be expelled into the environment. In men, the urethra also carries semen, traverses the prostate gland which lies below the bladder and runs through the penis. In women, the urethra is much shorter and terminates just anterior to the vagina. >> Read More ...
Many cases of a fallen bladder in women are asymptomatic meaning that there are no apparent signs or symptoms. This can occur for years despite a mild droop being present and could remain asymptomatic throughout life. It is believed that almost all women who have undergone multiple vaginal deliveries have some degree of a >> Read More ...
A cystocele or prolapsed bladder occurs when the support structures of the pelvic cavity are compromised. The contents of the pelvic cavity cannot maintain its normal anatomical position and herniate into surrounding hollow viscera like the vagina. This is commonly known as a dropped bladder and the process by which this >> Read More ...
A cystocele is the medical term for a prolapsed bladder, which occurs when the tissues and structures supporting the urinary bladder in its normal anatomical position weakens and stretches. It is a type of hernia where the bladder protrudes into the vaginal wall. A cystocele is also known by common terms like a fallen, >> Read More ...
The sleep process is not just a single continuous period of unconsciousness from which a person can awaken. It is a dynamic and active process with various stages of sleep alternating through a single sleep cycle. There are broadly two stages of sleep : Slow wave sleep (non-REM) REM sleep (Rapid Eye Movement) There are >> Read More ...
There are various allergy medications used to reduce the immunological response seen in allergies. The most common and well known of these allergy medicines are antihistamines, with corticosteroids being used with increasing frequency to prevent exacerbations in common allergic diseases. However, antihistamines and >> Read More ...
Weak bladder is a common term to denote two urinary disorders, either urinary incontinence or frequent urination. Despite the use of the term ‘weak’, there is often no functional disorder of the bladder and successful treatment will lead to normal urinary habits and bladder control. Often the same causative >> Read More ...
Hyperglycemia is the medical term for high blood sugar levels. Glucose, which is a simple sugar (monosaccharide), is essential for energy production and sustaining life. High blood sugar levels damages cells, affects the water and electrolyte balance and disrupts homeostasis. Causes of Hyperglycemia Prolonged >> Read More ...
The blood glucose levels are maintained within a narrow range by two important regulating hormones – insulin and glucagon. Other factors also influence blood glucose levels but the action of these two hormones have the most profound effect. Simply, the body can raise the blood glucose levels when it falls below a >> Read More ...
What is an ELISA HIV Test ELISA stands for Enzyme Linked Immunosorbent Assay. It is the most common HIV test and is used up till this day to detect HIV infection. This test detects the presence of HIV antibodies in the bloodstream. The immune system forms these proteins known as antibodies so that immune cells can target >> Read More ...
