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Author name: Dr Samuel Davis

Dr. Samuel Davis is a highly experienced physician with over 12 years of clinical practice. He graduated from a top-tier medical school with honors and completed his residency in internal medicine at a prestigious teaching hospital. Dr. Davis has a compassionate and patient-centered approach to medicine. He is committed to staying up-to-date with the latest medical advancements and technologies, regularly attending medical conferences and publishing research articles. In addition to his clinical work, Dr. Davis is actively involved in community outreach and health education initiatives. He volunteers his time to educate the public on the importance of preventive health care and advocates for policies that promote access to affordable health care for all.

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UTERUS

UTERUS The Uterus, or womb, is a thick- walled, inverted pear-shaped muscular organ of the female reproductive system. . It is connected distally to the vagina, and laterally to the uterine tubes. The main function of the uterus is to contain and nourish a fetus during its development prior to birth The size of the …

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SYSTEMIC LUPUS ERYTHEMATOSUS (SLE).

SYSTEMIC LUPUS ERYTHEMATOSUS (SLE). Systemic lupus erythematosus is a chronic autoimmune disorder that occurs when the body’s immune system attacks its own healthy tissues and organs. The immune system is a complex system in the body designed to fight off infectious agents, such as bacteria and other foreign microbes. To fight off infection, the body …

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PANCREATITIS

PANCREATITIS Pancreatitis is the inflammation of the pancreas. The pancreas is a large gland that sits tucked behind the stomach and next to the small intestine. it produces enzymes and hormones. There exist two main types of pancreatitis, acute (short-term) and chronic ( long-term) Acute pancreatitis forms suddenly and resolves with appropriate medical care. Acute …

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KIDNEY STONE

KIDNEY STONE Kidney stones are the result of a buildup of dissolved minerals on the inner lining of the kidneys. They usually consist of calcium oxalate but may be composed of several other compounds. Kidney stones can grow to the size of a golf ball while maintaining a sharp, crystalline structure. Stones are typically classified …

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HEAT STROKE

HEAT STROKE Heat stroke is an illness marked by an elevation in the body’s temperature, usually as a result of prolonged exposure to high temperature. Heat stroke results in a body temperature greater than 40 C (104 F) or higher. The condition is most common in the summer months and it is the most serious …

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HAMSTRING INJURY

HAMSTRING INJURY A hamstring injury is an injury that occurs when one of the hamstring muscles is strained or pulled. The hamstring muscles are a group of large, powerful muscles that run along the back of the thigh, crossing both the hip and the knee There are three types of hamstring muscles: semitendinosus, semimembranosus, and …

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DEHYDRATION

DEHYDRATION Dehydration occurs when more water and fluids leave the body than enter it. Even low levels of dehydration can cause headaches, lethargy, and constipation. The human body is roughly 75 percent water. Without this water, it cannot survive. Water is found inside cells, within blood vessels, and between cells. CAUSES Sometimes dehydration occurs for …

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