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Bronchoscopy and Thoracoscopy:2 Important tools to Diagnose LRTI

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Understanding Bronchoscopy and Thoracoscopy: 2 valuable tools for Lower Respiratory Tract Diseases Diagnosis Exploring Diagnostic Procedures for Respiratory Conditions:- Listen to this article while scrolling down– Introduction When it comes to diagnosing respiratory conditions, medical professionals have a range of tools and techniques at their disposal. In my previous article on ENT Endoscopy, I had… Continue reading Bronchoscopy and Thoracoscopy:2 Important tools to Diagnose LRTI

ENT Endoscopy: A Comprehensive Guide

Introduction In my recently concluded article, I wrote about endoscopy of the GI tract and its uses. At the end of the article, I had mentioned that I would be writing about scopes used for the respiratory tract- both upper and lower- used for disease diagnosis and treatment. So here we are, today, in this… Continue reading ENT Endoscopy: A Comprehensive Guide

Endoscopy, Gastroscopy and Colonoscopy- What are they?

Learn all about these 3 powerful scopes used in field of medicine and their applications in our digestive system In medicine, ‘Scopes’ are procedures that involve the use of an instrument called scopes to examine or treat specific areas inside the body. Scopes are long, flexible tubes with a light and a camera that allow… Continue reading Endoscopy, Gastroscopy and Colonoscopy- What are they?

Atrial fibrillation: Learn the 8 Conditions that cause it

Have you ever sometimes felt like your heart is ‘fluttering’ or like it is on a roller-coaster ride? If no, then it is fine, but if yes, you may be having irregular heartbeats- a condition called atrial fibrillation [or AFib, as doctors generally call it]. So, what exactly is this “atrial fibrillation” or “AFib” and… Continue reading Atrial fibrillation: Learn the 8 Conditions that cause it

Exotic fruits from around the world-Part 2

Introduction In my last article on Exotic Fruits- Part 1, I discussed fruits from Asia and South America. In today’s article we discuss exotic fruits from Africa, Europe and Australia. Why do we have to learn about these fruits? In my quest for good health, I like to explore numerous ways to improve health and… Continue reading Exotic fruits from around the world-Part 2