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What to do when the glomerular filtration rate (GFR) is low?

The glomerular filtration rate (GFR) assists physicians in assessing renal function and determining the stage of renal insufficiency, thereby facilitating the development of appropriate treatment strategies.

Pre-marital screening tests for assessing the risk of Thalassemia in children

Thalassemia is a hereditary hemolytic disorder inherited in an autosomal recessive pattern, passed from parents to children through generations. The primary manifestation of the disease is anemia, which can lead to severe complications and significantly impact the genetic health of a population. Undergoing pre-marital screening tests is essential for accurately detecting Thalassemia genes, determining whether prospective parents are carriers, and assessing the potential risk of Thalassemia in their future children.

Why Does Heat Cause Headaches?

Hot summer weather is a common trigger for acute headaches. Increased temperatures and excessive sweating are key factors contributing to headaches. Additionally, they also cause the body to become dehydrated and exhausted.

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Complications and Side Effects of Spinal Anesthesia in Surgery

Spinal anesthesia is one of the widely used techniques in medical practice. However, its administration may lead to certain complications and side effects during surgery and the postoperative period.

Reasons Why You Experience Sudden Jerks During Sleep

Experiencing sudden jerks during sleep is not a neurological disorder or illness but rather an involuntary muscle spasm that occurs within the first few hours of sleep. This phenomenon is often accompanied by a sensation of falling or fear during sleep. If it persists, it can affect sleep quality and lead to fatigue the following morning. So why does this happen?

Medical check-up for work permit application: What needs to be examined?

A medical check-up is a mandatory requirement for foreign nationals working in Vietnam or Vietnamese citizens going abroad for work, study, or immigration. So, what does a medical check-up for a work permit application include?

Do Children with Hand, Foot, and Mouth Disease Need Antibiotics?

Hand, foot, and mouth disease is a common illness in young children, and it usually resolves on its own without requiring treatment. However, in some emergency situations, children may need to take antibiotics.

Tinea Capitis: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment

Tinea capitis is an inflammatory condition that causes damage to the hair, hair follicles, scalp, and surrounding skin due to fungi. It is mainly found in children but is rarer in adults. The disease is more common in rural areas than in urban settings, and it is contagious.

Why does glomerulonephritis cause high blood pressure and edema?

Glomerulonephritis causes high blood pressure, affects the ability to cleanse blood, filter waste from the body, and causes the patient to experience generalized edema. Therefore, many people are puzzled about why glomerulonephritis causes high blood pressure and edema.

How to handle Clogged Hair Follicles?

When hair follicles on the skin become clogged, it can lead to a condition called hidradenitis suppurativa (HS), which is uncomfortable and painful. You should make small changes to your lifestyle and daily routine to prevent and improve the condition.

How to Distinguish Between Baby Teeth and Permanent Teeth?

Baby teeth and permanent teeth are two completely different types of teeth, but they are closely related. These two types of teeth are often difficult to distinguish because most baby teeth are eventually replaced by permanent teeth, although there are some teeth that grow in without replacing baby teeth. So, what exactly are baby teeth and permanent teeth, and how can we tell them apart? This article will help you understand these two types of teeth more clearly.

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