The following points highlight the three major syndromes of coronary heart disease. The syndromes are: 1. Myocardial Infarction 2. Angina Pectoris (Pain in the Chest) 3. Sudden Death. Coronary Heart Disease: Syndrome # 1. Myocardial Infarction: a. This is necrosis or destruction of part of the heart muscle due to failure of the blood supply (ischaemia). b. It may lead [...]
In this article we will discuss about the Goitre:- 1. Meaning of Goitre 2. Clinical Symptoms of Goitre 3. Clinical Effects and Complications 4. Treatment 5. Prevention. Contents: Meaning of Goitre Clinical Symptoms of Goitre Clinical Effects and Complications of Goitre Treatment of Goitre Prevention for Goitre 1. Meaning of Goitre: The term "Goitre" is used to denote enlargement of [...]
In this article we will discuss about Starvation:- 1. Hormone Production of Starvation 2. Clinical Features of Starvation 3. Psychological Disturbances 4. Infections 5. Treatment 6. Prognosis. Contents: Hormone Production of Starvation Clinical Features of Starvation Psychological Disturbances Caused by Starvation Infections of Starvation Treatment for Starvation Prognosis of Starvation 1. Hormone Production of Starvation: a. There is impaired secretion [...]