Anatomy
03 Mar 2006
Skin colour
Skin colour or tone is determined by pigmentation with melanin, and the amount and pattern of sun exposure which may cause burning or tanning.
Children's health
03 Mar 2006
Food additives
Food additives are chemical substances added to foods to improve flavour, texture, colour, appearance and consistency, or as preservatives during manufacturing or processing. Herbs, spices,…
Bone
28 Feb 2006
Cancer pain
Cancer pain (neuropathic pain, chronic pain) is a common complication of cancer treatment (chemotherapy, radiotherapy) and cancer metastasis.
Blood
28 Feb 2006
Urinalysis
Urinalysis is a term used to describe a process used to examine urine using chemical and/or physical means. Urinalysis consists of whole host of chemical…
Blood
22 Feb 2006
Fibrates
Fibrates are a class of lipid-lowering drugs used to treat hypercholesterolaemia and reduce the risk of cardiovascular conditions and heart attack.
Cancer
21 Feb 2006
Prostate cancer: Adenocarcinoma
Adenocarcinoma is the most common type of prostate cancer. It arises in glandular cells of the prostate and usually affects men >60 years.
Chronic Pain
21 Feb 2006
Back pain
Back pain is very common. It usually occurs due to acute or chronic injuries to muscles of the spine, but may also be a symptom…
Cancer
21 Feb 2006
Enlarged prostate (benign prostatic hyperplasia)
Progressive enlargement of the prostate (benign prostatic hyperplasia) affects most ageing men. Some experience complications like difficulty urinating.
Children's health
21 Feb 2006
Clinical depression
Clinical depression is a common psychological condition characterised by persistent feelings of sadness and hopelessness, and often also anxiety.
