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Celiac disease
Autoimmune Diseases

Celiac disease

Celiac disease is known by many names such as gluten sensitivity enteropathy, celiac sprue, and nontropical sprue. This chronic illness presents as an auto-immune reaction in which our immune cells attack tissues of the small intestine when we consume gluten thus, resulting in poor nutrient absorption. Worldwide prevalence based on blood tests is 1.4% while 0.7% is based on biopsy. The disease has been associated with heredity, certain genetic mutations predispose patients to develop the illness.

Correlations between stool characteristics and gut health
Digestive System Diseases

Correlations between stool characteristics and gut health

The subject of defecation (pooping) is an uncomfortable and embarrassing topic for most patients when asked by a physician. It is advised for patients to open up and share this information as clues may be missed by the physician in establishing a proper diagnosis. In this short article, I will point out what normal/and abnormal stools consist of in terms of color, shape, firmness, and various other characteristics that should be communicated by the patient to aid physicians in making a diagnosis.

10 most common questions for pediatricians
Patient Guides

10 most common questions for pediatricians

Taking care of a child brings parents plenty of satisfaction, but also at least as much uncertainty. It's hard to find reliable, substantive answers to some questions on the internet. Meanwhile, during a visit to the pediatrician, there isn't always time to dispel all of the guardians' doubts. What questions do parents most often seek answers to?

Top 5 questions you should ask your doctor before leaving your appointment
Patient Guides

Top 5 questions you should ask your doctor before leaving your appointment

In Poland, a primary care physician spends an average of 10 minutes on each patient. Much of that time is spent meticulously completing medical records, the rest is spent on interviewing, physical examination, and making recommendations. Patients tend to leave their appointments feeling confused, without really understanding what is wrong with them and the kind of treatment they should receive. How can we make the most of our time when visiting the doctor? What questions should we ask?

Chondromalacia patellae (also known as CMP or 'runner's knee') - causes, treatment
Musculoskeletal System Diseases

Chondromalacia patellae (also known as CMP or 'runner's knee') - causes, treatment

Lifestyle and low physical activity make our joints and muscles much less resistant to injuries. There’s even an increase in the number of younger people who are experiencing problems associated with problems typically associated with the aging process - such as joint pain and degenerative changes. Chondromalacia may be one of the causes of pain.

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