Hala Ahmad, Author at Pharmg Board

27Nov 2022 by Hala Ahmad No Comments

What do you know about Pheochromocytoma?

Nervous System

Pheochromocytoma (PCC): These are tumors of the adrenal glands, which are located just above the kidneys. Pheochromocytoma causes the adrenal glands to produce too many stress hormones (adrenaline and noradrenaline), resulting in high blood pressure and other symptoms such as severe headache, irritability, sweating, fast heart rate, nausea, vomiting, weight loss, weakness, and chest pain. This type of tumor rarely occurs outside the adrenal gland (in the abdomen) called (an extra-adrenal pheochromocytoma or paraganglioma) The cause: PCC can develop at any age, but it is most common in early to mid-adulthood. • The condition is often thought to be hereditary, as well as the cause of most pheochromocytomas is unknown. But in some cases, there is a genetic cause. • This type of tumor may occur in some familial genetic syndromes kidney…

14Feb 2022 by Hala Ahmad No Comments

COVID-19 VACCINATIONS UPDATE

COVID-19

After the Corona epidemic spread rapidly in the world about 3 years ago, and after discovering many vaccines that provide us with protection from severe infection, and that obviates the need to enter the hospital..... it was necessary to mention some updates and answers related to the most common questions about Vaccines , especially when 61.8% of the world population has received at least one dose of a COVID-19 vaccine Follow with us the following article to stay informed of everything new about Corona vaccines What vaccines are there against COVID-19 ? There are several COVID-19 vaccines validated for use by WHO , , the following vaccines have obtained EUL: The Pfizer/BioNTech Comirnaty vaccine, 31 December 2020.The SII/COVISHIELD and AstraZeneca/AZD1222 vaccines, 16 February 2021.The Janssen/Ad26.COV 2.S vaccine developed by Johnson &…

22Dec 2021 by Hala Ahmad 1 Comment

The Skin

women and beauty

It is the largest organ of the body, with a total area of about 20 square feet. The skin protects us from microbes and the elements, helps regulate body temperature, and permits the sensations of touch, heat, and cold. It has three layers: The epidermis the outermost layer of it, provides a waterproof barrier and creates our tone. It’s main roles are: to make new skin cellsto give the skin its colorto protect the body from the external environment Keratinocytes are the most common type of cells within the epidermis. Their job is to act as a barrier against bacteria, parasites, fungi, viruses, heat, ultraviolet (UV) rays, and water loss. The epidermis contains no blood vessels. The color of the skin comes from a pigment called melanin, which is produced…

15Dec 2021 by Hala Ahmad No Comments

Benefits of pomegranate and its peel

Medicinal plants

Red pomegranate seeds are known as a source of antioxidants . it fights against many diseases, but what about the benefits of pomegranate peel? Pomegranate is one of the fruits with a delicious taste and many benefits to the health of the body . It has always been described in ancient medicine for the treatment of many diseases, in addition to what modern medicine has proven its role in resisting cancer, treating it and preventing many other health problems. What are the main benefits of pomegranate peel? pomegranate peels may help promote public health and treat some diseases when eaten, due to its content of: Flavonoids.Phenolic compounds.Tannins. A variety of minerals, such as: potassium, magnesium, sodium, calcium, phosphorous and complex sugars.Pomegranates Contain Two Plant Compounds With Powerful Medicinal Properties: Punicalagins…

06Nov 2021 by Hala Ahmad No Comments

Mucormycosis “Black Fungus “and COVID19

COVID-19

Mucormycosis is a fungal infection that affects the sinuses and lungs after inhaling fungal spores in the air. This infection has a low frequency in the past, with cases documented mostly in people with uncontrolled diabetes. However, numerous hospitals across the India recently are reporting an elevation in infections of COVID‑19‑associated mucormycosis (CAM). SO, let’s know more about that!! What is mucormycosis? Mucormycosis (sometimes called zygomycosis) is a serious but rare fungal infection caused by a group of molds called mucoromycetes. These fungi live throughout the environment. They live in soil and in decaying organic matter, such as leaves, compost piles, or rotten wood. People get mucormycosis by coming in contact with the fungal spores in the environment. For example, infections involving the lung or sinus can occur after someone…

22Oct 2021 by Hala Ahmad No Comments

How did breast cancer develop?

Common diseases

Breast cancer is a type of cancer that starts in the breast. Cancer starts when cells begin to grow out of control. Breast cancer cells usually form a tumor that can often be seen on an x-ray or felt as a lump, and almost entirely in women, but men can get breast cancer, too. Despite dramatic advances in the cancer research setting, breast cancer remains a major health problem and currently represents a top biomedical research priority. Worldwide, breast cancer is the most common cancer affecting women, and its incidence and mortality rates are expected to increase significantly over the next 5–10 years Anatomy of the breast: Where does breast cancer start? Breast cancer can start from different parts of the breast. Most breast cancers begin in the ducts that carry milk to…

03Oct 2021 by Hala Ahmad 1 Comment

Cancer

Common diseases

The Definition of Cancer Cancer is a disease in which some of the body’s cells grow uncontrollably and spread to other parts of the body. Cancer can start almost anywhere in the human body, which is made up of trillions of cells. Normally, human cells grow and multiply (through a process called cell division) to form new cells as the body needs them. When cells grow old or become damaged, they die, and new cells take their place. Sometimes this orderly process breaks down, and abnormal or damaged cells grow and multiply when they shouldn’t. These cells may form tumors, which are lumps of tissue. Tumors can be cancerous or not cancerous (benign). Cancerous tumors spread into, or invade, nearby tissues and can travel to distant places in the body to form…

17Sep 2021 by Hala Ahmad No Comments

Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS)

Common diseases

Overview : Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) is the most common endocrinologic condition in women, affecting between 8-13% of reproductive aged women. It is an enigmatic condition that while extremely common, creates challenges in the diagnosis and management, as leading symptoms may vary based on age, and treatment may be tailored to specific requirements of individual need symptoms: Signs and symptoms of PCOS often develop around the time of the first menstrual period during puberty. Sometimes PCOS develops later, for example, in response to substantial weight gain. Signs and symptoms of PCOS vary. A diagnosis of PCOS is made when you experience at least two of these signs: Irregular periods. Infrequent, irregular or prolonged menstrual cycles are the most common sign of PCOS. For example, you might have fewer than nine periods a year, more than 35 days between periods and…

28Aug 2021 by Hala Ahmad 1 Comment

Can taking aspirin daily for the purpose of preventing heart risks harm health?!

Antiplatelet drugs

Follow our next article to know more with aspirin What is aspirin? And how does it work? Aspirin is a salicylate and is also known as acetylsalicylic acid. It belongs to the class of medicines known as nonsteroidal anti inflammatory drugs (NSAID), and may also be grouped with the nonopioid analgesics and antiplatelet agents.Aspirin blocks the effects of cyclooxygenase-1 (COX-1) and COX-2 enzymes which prevents the synthesis of prostaglandins, which are hormone-like substances that modulate inflammation and are also involved in smooth muscle contraction and relaxation, blood vessel narrowing and widening and blood pressure control , and it affects platelets because it inhibits the formation of thromboxane A2, a prostaglandin derivative. This reduces the ability of the blood to clot. Is taking aspirin preventively harmful to health? For decades, a…

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