Abdomen

Introduction The CT-Scan is a medical imaging procedure that uses data from digital technology (computer) to combine several combinations of X-ray images. These images are taken from different angles to give a detailed cross sectional picture and use digital geometry processing to generate a 3-dimensional (3D) image of specific areas of structures inside a human’s body. CT- Scan is used to assist a diagnosis and early detection of disease. It is a non-invasive and painless procedure. It uses…

DOI: 2/18/2012. Patient is a year old female home health aide who sustained injuries to his neck, back abdomen, left foot and both legs when he slipped and fell after bathing a client. Per OMNI, he was initially diagnosed with cervical and lumbar strain. Based on the latest medical report dated 02/22/16 by Dr. Islam, the patient presents for a follow up consultation. She continues to complain of pain to her cervical spine, lower back and right knee, rated as 6-7/10 and described…

the more fatty tissues you have, the more resistant your cells become to insulin. Keep in mind though that people who are not overweight, can still get Type 2 Diabetes. The risk for Type 2 Diabetes is much greater, if your fat is stored in your abdomen, than if it were to be stored in your hips or thighs. Fat distribution is a risk factor because…

With matching anger and a puissant snapping jowl, the dead man-made a move to get past the dog as he went for Steaks again. This time Steaks pointed his gun directly at the man’s face as he neared, firing and dropping him. “You see that shit, man? I shot him twice, and it didn't even phase him. He just kept on coming.” Steaks said sounding incredulous. Mary just looked at him. “Yeah, well it looks like he's dead now. Can we please get out of here?” Lovienthal stated.…

department she was tachycardic. Her blood work showed a potassium level of 3.2 (no reference available at the time of review), a glucose level of 163 (no reference available at the time of the review). It was also revealed small amount of ketones. CT abdomen/pelvis with contrast was done and showed moderate mucosal wall thickening involving the…

a bacterium that can lead to Actinomycosis infection and is commonly found in the nose and throat of human beings. The bacterium is part of the normal flora, but under certain conditions it can cause infection in the cervicofacial region, lungs, abdomen, pelvis, and other areas of the body. It can affect persons of any age but most…

During his voyage to Tahiti, Captain James Cook encountered heavily tattooed men and women. The word ‘tatu’ meaning to mark something and the tattoos the captain and his crew got cemented our use of the word. The term derived from the specific method of inscription where sharp needle-like instruments were tapped onto the skin to penetrate the dye under the surface skin layers. However Tahiti is not the only evidence of ancient tattooing tradition. The history of tattooing can be dated back at…

Definition: Angina is a term used for chest pain caused by reduced blood flow to the heart muscle. It is a symptom of coronary artery disease. Angina is typically described as squeezing, pressure, heaviness, tightness, and/or pain in your chest. Another name for angina is Angina Pectoris, it can be a recurring problem or sudden, acute health concern. Symptoms: • Chest pain • Discomfort • Pain in arms, neck, jaw, shoulder, or back accompanying chest pain • Nausea • Fatigue • Shortness of breath •…

Paroxysmal Nocturnal Hemoglobinuria (PNH) is the rare thrombophilic and hematopoietic stem cell disorder with an annual incidence rate of as low as 1-2 cases per million. About 16% of these patients present with visceral vein thrombosis which is the most common cause of mortality. We here present an extremely rare case of a young man presenting with extensive thrombosis of multiple visceral veins from PNH. A 36-year-old Hispanic man with no significant medical history presented to the emergency…

hard work, force, and the want for power. He was born in 1892 and died in 1975. He ruled over Spain from 1939-1975, a total of 36 years. He served in the war, earned merit promotions and awards, and he even managed to survive a gunshot wound to the abdomen. This strong, forceful leader saw chances of rising to power and gladly took them. Although standing tall and dressing well is one way he shows physical power, there is more behind this action figure than what meets the eye. In Franco’s…