Essays About Medicine

1. 1 Describe a range of causes of dementia syndrome There are several causes of dementia some of them are; a stroke, brain disease, MS, certain medications, shrinkage of the brain, too many opiates over a long period of time and severe alcoholism. 1. 2 Describe the types of memory impairment commonly experienced by individuals […]

Jessica Ajayi was a vibrant, intelligent, business savvy, wife and mother of three (3) just 6months ago, today; she lies in the hospital bed looking like her exact opposite: frail, weak, thin and generally lacking energy or life. She was diagnosed of Leukemia about a year ago and her health took a turn for the […]

People can prevent unwanted pregnancies in so many ways. There are condoms, oral contraceptives, injected contraceptives, IUDs, sponges and more. All of these can reduce the chance of getting pregnant. However, let’s say you have intercourse and don’t use any type of contraceptive, what would you use? Or if the condom broke during, what would […]

The research paper investigates Bacterial Vaginosis, which is when the normal bacteria in the vagina grow excessively and cause excessive vaginal discharge. Originally known as Gardnerella vaginitis because of the bacteria believed to be responsible, it was later renamed Bacterial Vaginosis to recognize that different bacterial species naturally exist in the vaginal area and can […]

The epitome of family love and life itself is having a child. A being, completely having split characteristics of both the mother and the father, is being housed inside its own planet, the mother’s uterus. There is nothing more perfect and complete than seeing this offspring that the mother and father took care of for […]

Practice Fusion is a San Francisco-based company that has developed an online revolutionary application called Practice Fusion. This application provides medical practitioners with a free electronic method of keeping track and organizing their patients’ files. It is available to physicians in a software-as-a-service (SaaS) format. Practice Fusion includes modules for patient management, e-prescribing, scheduling, and […]

The three poems used in this essay are: “The Meal”, “My papa’s Malts”, and “Daddy”. All three poems were written and created in such a descriptive manner with the use of images that stimulates the imagination and the senses of the readers. Thus, imagery plays a role in each of the three aforementioned poems to […]

Outline the anatomy & physiology of the human body in relationship to the importance of correct mov & handling & positioning of individuals Muscles in our body work pretty much like levers to allow our joints to move like hinges move. Muscles will move and pull bones at a specific joint in the body this […]

Hearing is crucial for overall well-being and safety. Hearing loss is typically defined as an increase in the hearing threshold as determined by audiometry. Impaired hearing can be caused by various factors including workplace conditions, community environments, and other causes such as trauma, ototoxic drugs, infection, and heredity. It is widely agreed that exposure to […]

Pelvic Inflammatory Disease (PID) is a bacterial infection that affects the upper female genital tract, which includes the uterus, fallopian tubes, and ovaries. This condition often occurs when sexually transmitted infections are not adequately treated. PID can lead to complications such as scarring of the fallopian tubes, increasing the likelihood of ectopic pregnancy or infertility. […]

Triage nursing requires an experienced RN with the ability to act quickly and competently in an emergency situation. There are four criteria that make up triage. A red tag symbolizes a patient with injuries that must be treated immediately in order to survive. A yellow tag is reserved for those with injuries that do require […]

Urinary tract infections are a major health concern, impacting millions of individuals annually. They rank as the second most prevalent infection in the body and are more common in women. Roughly 20% of women will experience a UTI at some point in their lives. Although less frequent, UTIs can be severe among men. The objective […]

Hand sanitizers, which are also called hand antiseptics, can be utilized instead of soap and water for washing hands. They are available in different forms like gel, foam, and liquid solutions. The active components present in these sanitizers consist of isopropanol, ethanol, n-propanol, or povidone-iodine. Alcohol rubs frequently contain extra substances including polyacrylic acid to […]

The discovery of the immortal HeLa cells, taken from a patient without their consent, had a profound impact on the medical world. These cells not only influenced the development of the polio vaccine, but also greatly advanced research for cures on various illnesses worldwide. It is intriguing how something that initially appears unethical can ultimately […]

According to the article by Miner, there is a “present in some yet undescribed tribe” in the east America called the Nacirema. The Nacirema’s culture is a highly developed community and they spend a lot of time with ritual activities. They believe that ritual activities could change their bodies both physically and mentally. The first […]

The main function of an antibody is to attach specifically to antigens, such as allergens (e.g., viruses, bacteria, fungi, dust, chemicals, pollen, or food proteins), which are foreign particles. It is produced by a host and works by binding to the epitope of the antigen to render it inactive. The immune system has the ability […]

Often many times people take their five senses for granted. You wouldn’t realize how dependent you are of your sight until you see a vicissitude in it. Imagine waking up, and your vision would be blurry. Many people just assume that they need glasses. However if they are one of the 11 million people in […]

Probiotics are live microorganisms thought to be beneficial to the host organism. According to the currently adopted definition by FAO/WHO, probiotics are: “Live microorganisms which when administered in adequate amounts confer a health benefit on the host”. Lactic acid bacteria (LAB) and bifidobacteria are the most common types of microbes used as probiotics; but certain […]

The movie Girl Interrupted gives a glimpse into the world of the psychiatric hospitals and their patients in the late 1960’s. Each of the characters exhibit symptoms of various psychological problems, while still being personable enough to allow viewers to sympathise with them. At some point in our lives, each of us feels as if […]

Imagine yourself at the beach, enjoying the warmth of the sun on a lovely summer day. Suddenly, you notice some commotion among your fellow beach-goers. Intrigued, you head towards a crowd surrounding a young man who seems to be unconscious and not moving. With no lifeguard or authority figure present and nobody else taking any […]

Why is forecasting for any new drug so important? Why for Denosumab? Drug forecasting is a very important and essential process for any drug for multiple reasons: 1. Cost: The drug development is a lengthy and an expensive process. It will aid in the predevelopment process to identify future demand and to identify if it […]

Imagine the joy of finally becoming a parent. All the time, effort and dreams created with each new life. Imagine holding that perfect bundle of joy in your hands and looking into those eyes; seeing all the possibilities and future dreams in that one tiny gift God has given you. Imagine now those same eyes, […]