Warts are a very common skin condition. They infect adults and children across the world. Warts are actually caused by a virus, The most common one is called human papilloma virus or HPV. There are over 100 types of HPV…
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Ep 9 Bacterial Meningitis
Meningitis is a severe infection of the brain and spinal cord. It is a life-threatening condition. There are different types of meningitis. Viral causes are mostly treated with supportive care and may not require hospitalizations or extensive treatment. However bacterial…
Ep 8 Gallstones and Gallbladder Disease
The Gallbladder The gallbladder is important for digestion. It is located in the right upper region of the abdomen just below the ribs. It sits above the liver. The gallbladder contains bile which is a greenish liquid that helps to…
Heart Murmurs
Our topic on this episode of the Simple Health Radio podcast is heart murmurs, which are extra “whooshing” sounds that the doctor can hear when the heart beats. An echocardiogram is used to determine the valve function and whether regurgitation…
Coumadin, Warfarin, and Blood Thinners
Dr. Emran discusses different types of blood thinners, also called anti-coagulants. Coumadin (Warfarin) is the oldest and most commonly known blood thinner world-wide. Learn about the benefits, risks, and unique properties of blood thinners. References: https://www.medicinenet.com/warfarin/article.htm http://www.heart.org/HEARTORG/Conditions/Arrhythmia/PreventionTreatmentofArrhythmia/A-Patients-Guide-to-Taking-Warfarin_UCM_444996_Article.jsp#.WnmSZq6nHX4
Croup and Parainfluenza
Croup is a very common illness. The medical term is laryngotracheitis. The larynx is the voicebox and the trachea is the breathing tube that goes down to the lungs. Croup is a very noticeable illness due to the barking cough,…
The Flu – Influenza
Influenza, commonly called the flu, is a serious and contagious health issue. Millions of people each year develop the flu. Up to 60,000 Americans may die this year because of the flu. Influenza A and B are the 2 types…
Small bowel obstruction
Dr. Emran discusses small bowel obstructions which are life-threatening conditions involving the small intestine. The blockage from a small bowel obstruction can occur due to an infection, twisting of the intestine, tumors, or from previous surgery. Small bowel obstruction The…
Atrial Fibrillation
Atrial Fibrillation Show notes and additional information Listen to the full podcast episode about atrial fibrillation. Atrial fibrillation is one of the most common irregular heart rhythms worldwide. Another term is A-fib. There are 4 chambers in the heart. Two…