Minor Archive

Transient vision loss

Editor Ophthalmology February 28, 2018

Background: In adults, transient vision loss (TVL) is a frequently encountered complaint that, in most cases, has an identifiable cause. Transient vision loss may be monocular or bilateral and may last from seconds to hours. Episodes are often ischemic in origin, but other, more ...Read More

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Epistaxis

Editor ENT February 2, 2018

Background: Epistaxis, or bleeding from the nose, is a common complaint. It is rarely life threatening but may cause significant concern. Most nosebleeds are benign, self-limiting, and spontaneous, but some can be recurrent. Epistaxis can be divided into 2 categories, anterior bleeds and posterior ...Read More

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Hereditary and Acquired Icthyosis Vulgaris

Editor Dermatology January 29, 2018

Background: The term ichthyosis is derived from the ancient Greek root ichthys, meaning fish. Hereditary ichthyosis vulgaris is an autosomal dominant genetic disorder first evident in early childhood. It is the most common form of ichthyosis, accounting for more than 95% of ichthyosis cases. ...Read More

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New Procedures That Are Revolutionizing Medicine

Jennifer Smith Ophthalmology March 6, 2015

Medical science is progressively making rapid technological advancements aimed at revolutionizing and streamlining existing medical procedures. Previously unheralded medication, treatments and procedures are being developed and introduced at a very expeditious rate. Stakeholders in the industry are working harder than ever to come up ...Read More

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Acne- a disfiguring skin problem

Editor Dermatology April 25, 2014

A common skin problem of adolesence. Acne often disfigures and scar the skin to an extent that may cause depression and low self-confidience among people. • Acne is almost always seen in the teenage years • severity of disease differs per individuals • Peak ...Read More

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Schizophrenic writings: Story of my Psychiatry postings

Dr. Sujit Shrestha Psychiatry December 6, 2013

Once a patient appeared in the Psychiatry OPD. She was childish though old enough and somewhat sweet for a psychiatric patient. She was humble and respected the doctor tremendously. “She is not much different from a baby” I said to my self. “Look at ...Read More

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Mental Illness Among Healthcare Professionals

Jennifer Smith Psychiatry October 15, 2013

The healthcare field can be stressful, to say the least. From school and training to actual careers, healthcare students and professionals often suffer from anxiety, depression and other psychological ailments. Plus, there seems to be a stigma surrounding mental illness in healthcare professionals; it ...Read More

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10 Golden Rules of Anesthesia

Editor Anaesthesia May 30, 2013

The 10 golden rules of anesthesia is universally accepted as basic safety requirements needed for starting anesthesia. Assess the patient and Prepare the patient well Starve him – even for Local Anesthesia Anesthetise him on a tipping table for head down tilt in case ...Read More

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Malignant Hyperthermia (MH): Clinical features, Diagnosis, Management

Sulabh Shrestha Anaesthesia May 16, 2013

Definition: A hypermetabolic state that occurs in genetically susceptible patients on exposure to a triggering agent. Triggering agents: Suxamethonium or Succinylcholine (Depolarizing skeletal muscle relaxant) All anesthetic volatile agents (eg. halothane) Biochemical basis: It is inherited as an autosomal dominant condition and caused by ...Read More

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