Tests to Determine if and when Ovulation has occurred.

Ovulatory dysfunction can be severe enough to prevent conception (anovulation), or only a contributing factor (oligo-ovulation). “A number of methods can be used to determine if and when ovulation occurs. Directly or indirectly, all are based on one or another...

Pathophysiology of Acne

Mechanism of Acne 1) Abnormal proliferation of skin cells – Follicular hyperkeratinization with subsequent plugging of the follicle. Treated with Vitamin A derivatives (topical retinoids and oral isotretinoin for nodulocystic /conglobate acne). 2) Inflammation...

Pregnancy: Frequently Asked Questions

How long is a trimester? One trimester is 13 weeks. For example, the first trimester = the first 13 weeks. The 2nd trimester is up to 26 weeks. The 3rd trimester is from 26 to the end. The total length of pregnancy is about 40 weeks which are divided into 3...

Hip, Septic Arthritis of the

Septic Arthritis of the Hip -CBC with diff, ESR, and CRP. -Ultrasonography: U/S is highly sensitive for effusion seen in septic arthritis, which can be aspirated to confirm the diagnosis. —///— -Clinical features of septic arthritis: Fever, refusal to bear...