PREGNANCY
hCG – Blood pregnancy test
What is hCG? The acronym hCG stands for human chorionic gonadotropin, a hormone produced by the cells of an embryo. It is commonly measured in blood tests to determine pregnancy. As we will discuss later, hCG can occasionally be produced by other cells within the body. However, in 99% of cases, elevated levels of human
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Breast Pain: Causes, Treatment and the Risk of Cancer
What are mastalgia and mastodynia? The medical term for breast pain is mastalgia. When breast pain is closely associated with …
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Treatment of Urinary Tract Infection (UTI) With Antibiotics
Summary of the Article: TL;DR What is a urinary tract infection? A urinary tract infection (UTI) is the name …
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Treatment of Urinary Tract Infection (UTI) With Antibiotics
Summary of the Article: TL;DR What is a urinary tract infection? A urinary tract infection (UTI) is the name given to an …
Jock Itch (Tinea Cruris): Symptoms, Causes and Treatment
What is Jock Itch? Jock itch, also known as tinea cruris or groin ringworm, is a common fungal infection. It belongs to …
Bed Bugs: Symptoms, Bites, Pictures, and Treatment
Article Summary: TL; DR What is a bed bug? Bed bugs are tiny, oval-shaped, brownish parasitic insects that feed exclusively on the …
Albendazole (Drug Information)
What is Albendazole Used For? Albendazole is an anthelmintic and antiparasitic medication belonging to the benzimidazole class, which also includes antiparasitic drugs …
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