How to Prepare for Long Case Discussions in Medicine
Dr. Yomal Amarathunge Long case discussions are a critical component of medical training, especially in clinical exams. They assess not only your medical knowledge but also your ability to apply it in real-life…
Dr. Yomal Amarathunge
Understanding Period of Amenorrhea (POA) from the Last Menstrual Period (LMP)
When it comes to estimating gestational age in pregnancy, calculating the Period of Amenorrhea (POA) is a vital skill for healthcare professionals and expecting parents. The POA represents the time…
Understanding Naegele’s Rule: A Simple Guide to Estimating Your Due Date
Pregnancy is a time filled with anticipation and excitement, but it can also come with a lot of questions. One of the first questions many expectant parents ask is, “When…
Pathophysiology of Preeclampsia: A Comprehensive Overview
Introduction Preeclampsia is a complex and multifactorial disorder that occurs in 5-8% of pregnancies, posing significant risks to both mother and fetus. This hypertensive condition usually manifests after 20 weeks…
BCG Vaccine – Vaccines in Paediatrics
Mycobacterium tuberculosis (Mtb), the causative agent of tuberculosis (TB), plays a significant role in causing illness and mortality, especially in developing nations. The prevailing approaches to TB control in many…
Importance of Probiotics for health
Probiotics, living non-pathogenic microorganisms, can significantly benefit the host by enhancing microbial balance in the gut and participating in metabolism when provided in sufficient amounts (at least 10^6 viable CFU/g).…
Pneumonia – A Complete Concise Review For Medical Students
Pneumonia is the most important of the pulmonary infections. It can cause a lot of morbidity and mortality if not treated. What is Pneumonia? Pneumonia is defined as an infection…
Alcoholic Liver Disease: Understanding the Clinical Manifestations and Effective Management Strategies
Alcoholic liver disease encompasses a range of conditions, including fatty liver, alcoholic hepatitis, and alcohol-induced cirrhosis. This article aims to shed light on the clinical manifestations, pathogenesis, and management options…
Acute Liver Failure – Quick review with high yield points
Introduction Acute hepatic failure is a severe and potentially reversible liver injury that occurs in individuals without pre-existing liver disease. It is characterized by the rapid onset of liver dysfunction…