Colonoscopy: A Key Step in Colon Cancer Prevention
Colon cancer is one of the leading causes of cancer-related deaths worldwide, with cases rising in many countries like Japan. To combat this, colonoscopy screening has been proven to reduce the chances of developing or dying from this disease. What Is a Colonoscopy? A colonoscopy is a procedure where doctors who specialize in the digestive […]
Dupuytren’s Disease
Understanding Dupuytren’s Disease: A Benign Condition of the Palm Dupuytren’s Disease is a benign disorder of the fibrous tissue in the palm of the hand. Fibrous cells in the palm can start to form nodules or cords. Typically, the disease starts with small nodules in the palm of the hand with little or no functional […]
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Carpal tunnel syndrome is the most common nerve compression syndrome of the hand. It occurs when the median nerve is compressed in the carpal tunnel. It may give rise to numbness and paraesthesias in the fingertips, reduced motor function and reduced strength of the hand. Nightly paraesthesias are very frequently seen and may severely affect […]
55 years old and knee pain, what to do?
Many people experience knee problems during their lifetime. It hinders them in their daily lives and reduces quality of life. If there is no obvious trauma, and the knee does not lock up, you can calmly wait for 6 weeks. If necessary, you can take Naproxen or Diclofenac for a few weeks. But what if […]
