Do you attract mosquitoes?

According to scientific research, some people are more prone to mosquito bites than others. Among the risk factors, being an adult, having large build (high levels of cholesterol and steroids), excess carbon dioxide (pregnant and adults), elevated uric acid levels, and others, make one person the preferred targets of mosquitoes. Read the article below for detailed information.

Wearing red to attract women

If you're a man, what's your favorite color? If you were trying to attract women, the red color may just help you. A research in the US found that women are attracted to red color...just like bulls? Ahem. However, the study did not mention the reverse, what color is best to attract men. What's with the red color? Read more below.

Normal pelvic ultrasound findings

Tanong: good day doc,

nagpacheck up po ako sa OB gyn last 2 weeks ago. and i made a papsmear test and transvaginal ultrasound. i wanted to have a baby, kaya nilakasan ko na loob ko na magpacheck up. ung result ng ultrasound ko po ay:

the uterus is anteverted, midline, normal in size

measuring 54mm x 28mm x 27mm with smooth outline and a thinned out

endometrial stripe measuring 8mm

Homogenous myometrial echopattern seen.

the cervix is closed. (22mm x 18mm).

Both ovaries are seen, RT: 21mm x 21mm- with follicles noted

within- the largest seen having a 12mm AP diameter.

the left ovary measures 25mm x 16mm with subcapsular cysts noted with echogenic struma.

Cul de sac is fluid free.

yan po Doc ung ultasound report ko. nasabi ng OBgyne ko na may cysts daw ako sa leaft ovary ko, nababahala po talaga ako baka po lumaki un at maging cause ng unfertile ko. gusto ko na po kasi magkaanak. 28 years old na po ako. sabi din ng OB ko 35 days cycle daw ako, irregular na po ba ako.gusto ko po sana malaman kung anu ang ibig sabihin ng report ko..

maraming salamat po, inaasahan ko po na matutugunan nyo po ang aking tanong..

Sagot: Salamat sa iyong email. Base sa resulta ng iyong ultrasound, ang mga cysts o bukol  sa iyong ovary ay karaniwang nakikita sa mga babae na nasa gitna ng kanyang menstrual cycle. Ang laki ng mga ito ay nagbabago base sa araw ng kanyang cycle. Ang size ng mga ito ay nasa normal lamang. Kung 35 days menstrual cycle parati na iyong buwanang-dalaw, ito ay nasa normal din naman.

VIDEO: Ankle sprain massage

The ankle joint, the part of the lower extremities that connects the foot with the lower leg, is frequently injured. An abnormal twisting motion can happen when the foot is planted awkwardly, when the ground is uneven, or when an unusual amount of force is applied to the joint. Ankle sprains are common sports injuries but can also happen during everyday activities such as walking or even getting out of bed. Watch the 2:20 long video below.

SPORTS MASSAGE - ANKLE SPRAIN

Date: 19 Jul 2010

Lenght: 2m 20s
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Uploaded and shared in Youtube by: sportsinjuryclinic — Sports Massage - Ankle Sprain

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VIDEO: Massage for Carpal Tunnel Syndrome

Carpal tunnel syndrome happens when the band of fibrous tissue in the wrist joint compresses and irritates the median nerve that passes through it. Swelling or changes in the position of surrounding tissues may produce such compression. This leads to symptoms such as tingling sensation and numbness of the thumb, index, and middle fingers. Watch the 1:23 long video that follows.

SPORTS MASSAGE - CARPAL TUNNEL SYNDROME

Date: 19 Jul 2010
Lenght: 1m 23s
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Keywords: Sports Medicine 
Posted by: Symposier

Uploaded and shared in Youtube by: sportsinjuryclinic — Sports Massage Carpal Tunnel

Source: http://www.symposier.com/library_detail/8730/Sports-Massage--Carpal-Tunnel-Syndrome

VIDEO: Are you giving the right dose of medicine to your child?

Children may not get well if the right kind of medicine were given less. Likewise, side effects of the drug may happen if more of what is required were administered. Parents should know how to correctly give the right dose to their children in order to give the maximum benefit and lessen the adverse reactions of the medication they give to children. Don't be shy to ask health professionals. Watch the 1:21 long video below.


PARENT ERRORS IN MEASURING CHILDREN'S DOSES

Date: 08 Jul 2010
Lenght: 1m 22s
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Keywords: Pediatrics  Internal Medicine  For Patients  General Medicine
Posted by: Symposier

Uploaded and shared in Youtube by: USFoodandDrugAdmin — The Institute for Safe Medication Practices (ISMP) recently reported on a study of the errors parents make when measuring children's doses of oral medications. In the study, 300 parents were observed as they attempted to measure liquid doses using dosing cups, droppers, dosing spoons and oral syringes. Parents using dosing cups made many more errors than those using the other methods. The cups were also associated with large dosing errors, where the measured dose differed from the prescribed dose by more than 40 percent. Parents with low health literacy scores were more likely to make errors. The authors of the study speculate that the higher failure rate with the dosing cups might be due to legibility difficulties, or to parents assuming that a full cup is the unit of measure, or to confusion between teaspoon "tsp" and tablespoon "tbsp" markings, especially with the abbreviations for teaspoon and tablespoon. When using the dosing cups, parents should always verify the dose at eye level. But whichever dosing device you provide for your patients, ISMP recommends using the "teachback method." That is where the parent or caregiver demonstrates they understand how to use the device before it's dispensed. FDA Patient Safety News: July 2010 For more information, please see our website: http://www.accessdata.fda.gov/scripts/cdrh/cfdocs/psn/transcript.cfm?show=100#7

Source: http://www.symposier.com/library_detail/8636/Parent-Errors-in-Measuring-Childrens-Doses

VIDEO: Breast self-examination for male breast cancer

As the saying goes, 'All men are created equal'. The same is true for breast malignancy. Men can also develop the disease, although not as frequent as women. In the 2:36 long video that follows, you will know how to examine your own breasts. It is pretty much the same for women with a bit difference.


Self Breast Exams for Men for Male breast cancer


Male breast cancer is cancer that forms in the breast tissue of men. Though breast cancer is most commonly thought of as a woman's disease, male breast cancer does occur. Male breast cancer is most common in older men, though male breast cancer can occur at any age. Men diagnosed with male breast cancer at an early stage have a good chance for a cure. Still, many men delay seeing their doctors if they notice unusual signs or symptoms, such as a breast lump. For this reason, many male breast cancers are diagnosed when the disease is more advanced.

Source: http://www.medisl.com/2010/07/self-breast-exams-for-men-for-male.html

Vaginal gel lowers HIV/AIDS risk

Here is a new development in the field of HIV/AIDS. A vaginal gel that not only lubricates but also has blocking properties against the deadly virus. Although it only gives a maximum of 50 percent protection, it could be used to supplement male latex condoms to lower the risk of viral transmission in heterosexual contacts. However, more studies should be done for this to be conclusive. Read more below.

VIDEO: Infection of the vagina

Vaginitis is an inflammation of the vagina. It can result in discharge, itching and pain, and is often associated with an irritation or infection of the vulva. It is usually due to infection.


A woman with this condition may have itching or burning and may notice a discharge. In general, these are symptoms of vaginitis: irritation and/or itching of the genital area inflammation (irritation, redness, and swelling caused by the presence of extra immune cells) of the labia majora, labia minora, or perineal area vaginal discharge foul vaginal odor discomfort or burning when urinating pain/irritation with sexual intercourse Watch the 1:25 long video that follows to know what you have to do when you think you are suffering from this condition.

VIDEO: Cesarean section: The surgical operation

Cesarean deliveries are performed by Obstetricians for various indications. In the 5:08 long video that follows, one such surgical operation is done. There are two ways in which surgeons cut through the tummy of the pregnant mother. One is through the midline incision, and the other one--which is my favorite--is the Pfannenstiel method or more popularly called the 'Bikini cut'. If you're an expecting mother, watch this and hold no fear, the surgical team will always be at your best interest.