Platelet rich plasma, also commonly known as (PRP) has been utilized in clinical settings for management of difficult or what has proven to be a challenging recovery process, in addition to promoting healing since the 1970s. PRP is an autologous (patient’s own body) extract of cells that contain a number of growth factors and proteins
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Most people think they would know if they had a sexually transmitted infection (STI) . . This is not true! The truth is many STIs have no symptoms in the majority of people infected. Or they have mild symptoms that can be easily overlooked. The only way to know if you have an STI is
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Abnormal penile discharge is any substance that comes out of the penis that’s neither urine or semen. This discharge usually comes out of the urethra, which runs through the penis and exits at the head. The penile discharge may be watery (clear) or cloudy (containing pus) and/or bloody. Discharge from the penis is commonly the
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Also known as climatic or tropical Bubo. Although the name itself mirrors something from a Science Fiction movie, it is on the rise in SouthEast Asia. It is caused by a few different strains of chlamydia and the infection usually occur in the lymphatic system in the genital area. The bacteria can also be found
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Noted new bumps that don’t look too typical? Looks like a glazed donut? Well, maybe you have Molluscum Contagiosum! It is a common viral skin infection that causes localised clusters of epidermal papules called mollusca. It is an infection caused by a poxvirus. The result of the infection is usually a benign, mild skin disease
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Cervical cancer forms in the cells that line the cervix, which is the lower part of the uterus (womb). The cervix connects the body of the uterus to the vagina. Cervical cancer is the third most common cancer in Malaysia and is the easiest gynaecological cancer to prevent with regular pap smear tests, testing for
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What is Breast Cancer Awareness Month? It is a worldwide annual campaign taking place in October, involving thousands of organisations, to highlight the importance of breast awareness, education and research. There are about 1.38 million new cases and 458 000 deaths from breast cancer each year (IARC Globocan, 2008). Breast cancer is by far the
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Ovarian cancer is a cancer that arises from the ovaries. Ovaries are a pair of organs that produce eggs and hormones in the female. Ovarian cancer is typically portrayed as a “silent” killer, without much signs or symptoms until it is an advanced disease. The sooner the cancer is detected and treated, the better a
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Molluscum contagiosum is an infection caused by a poxvirus (molluscum contagiosum virus). This viral skin infection is characterized by single or multiple raised, pearl-like bumps (papules) on the skin that may appear anywhere on the body. How does molluscum contagiosum spread? Molluscum contagiosum is spread through skin contact with the virus. This can occur if
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Frenulum Breve – A cause of penile tear, pain & bleeding during sex The frenulum of the penis is a band of tissue located underneath the penis. When the frenulum is tight or short, this is called a frenulum breve. The degree of tightness and thickness of the frenulum varies from men to men. This
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