Due to the rising number of sexually transmitted infections, the demand for the at home STD kit has increased. While visiting a doctor is the best way to screen for HIV, chlamydia, and other STDs, you cannot overlook the convenience and privacy that self-testing brings. Some areas have limited access to health providers, making home-to-lab and online screening the best…
There are no specific rules for the frequency of reflexology treatment. But a medical practitioner or your reflexologist will recommend how often you need it, depending on your needs. If your primary reason is to get treatment for an injury, you might have more sessions than someone looking for relaxation. How does It Feel? The benefits of reflexology treatment feel…
Have you been referred to a colorectal clinic London? The chances are you might have a problem with your rectum or colon. Any physician knows the importance of referring their patients to specialists with the required expertise to manage their illness. However, a patient is obliged to understand their diagnosis, treatment plan, and management practices. Here are three critical questions…
Burnout is hard to recover from because your body and mind have been depleted. It can take months or even years to feel like yourself again. It is far better to prevent it from happening in the first place. However, this can be difficult if you are taking a demanding career path. For example, medical resident burnout is common due…
Do you require antibiotics for ear infection? For mild bacterial infections, usually, the only antibiotics they need are the antifungal antibiotics (ofloxacin and generic fluconazole) or the more potent combination drugs ciprofloxacin (Ciprodex) or fluconazole (Diflucan). For more severe infections, antibiotics such as erythromycin, broad-spectrum (or antimicrobial) antibiotics such as tetracycline or vancomycin, and sometimes steroids such as prednisone are…
Your gallbladder is a pear-shaped organ that’s attached in your abdomen to your liver. This 4-inch long organ mainly concentrates bile in your liver and releases it directly into your small bowel to break down the food you eat. However, when you develop gallstones or some gallbladder infection, you will require Gallstone Surgery North Shore, a procedure carried out by…
Sexual health plays a vital role in your overall well-being. Regular STI testing in Australia is fundamental to everyone who is sexually active. However, some people have been putting off STD testing. Some of the reasons they give are completely absurd. Here, we shall demystify some myths concerning STI screening because nothing should hinder you from getting tested. I’m Not…
Those who are interested in pursuing a medical profession may not do so due to time constraints. Spending years in school is simply not viable for many working adults. However, there are other options one can pursue to obtain a career within the medical field. Medical assistant programs can help those wishing to make a change by providing them with…
Medical resident burnout is a common phenomenon that occurs among residents buckling under the weight of residency workloads. And while burnout occurs across various types of occupations, it can be dangerous when it occurs among those in the medical fields since running on empty can lead to serious errors while the residents are providing care. Read on to know how…
Compounding pharmacies are one of the fastest-growing sectors in the Australian pharmaceutical industry. Compounding pharmacies offer a wide range of services for patients. Compounding pharmacies provide pharmaceutical products to physicians and other health care providers for use in diagnosing and treating a patient’s illness. These pharmacies also provide compounded products for retail pharmacies and for consumers who order through the…