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The Circumcision Procedure

The Circumcision Procedure

Circumcision is a surgical procedure in which the foreskin (also known as the prepuce) is cut from the penis. It is not performed routinely for any…

16 Dec 2009

Oral mucositis (OM)

Oral mucositis (OM)

Oral mucositis refers to an inflammatory, erosive, and/or ulcerative process inside the mouth, which is usually caused by radiation or chemotherapy.

21 Oct 2009

Glaucoma

Glaucoma

Glaucoma, a group of disorders affecting the eyes, is a leading cause of blindness. Increased intraocular pressure damages eye tissues and the optic nerve.

15 Oct 2009

Who is present at a birth?

Who is present at a birth?

In Australia, obstetricians, GP-obstetricians, or midwives may deliver babies. In teaching hospitals, midwifery or medical students, as well as junior doctors or trainee obstetricians may…

27 Sep 2009

Pit and Fissure Sealants

Pit and Fissure Sealants

A fissure sealant is a material that essentially covers the grooves of teeth. Protecting deep grooves reduces the chance of tooth decay on the top…

26 Aug 2009

Making a decision on circumcision

Making a decision on circumcision

Male circumcision is a surgical procedure which involves the removal of the foreskin (also known as the prepuce) of the penis.

31 Jul 2009

Ovarian Stimulation and Hyperstimulation

Ovarian Stimulation and Hyperstimulation

Ovarian stimulation is a component of in vitro fertilisation used to stimulate maturation of eggs (oocytes) so that they can be retrieved from the ovaries.

04 May 2009

Scars

Scars

A scar (also known as a cicatrix) is fibrous tissue that is visible following healing of a wound. The formation of scars is a normal…

29 Apr 2009

Penis enlargement

Penis enlargement

Penis size has been a source of male anxiety throughout history and across cultures. The only medical consensus regarding penis enhancement procedures is for the surgical…

21 Mar 2009