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Know the Difference between Type 1 and Type 2 Diabetes

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Diabetes is also known by the public as "diabetes" or "diabetes". Diabetes is divided into 2 types, namely type 1 diabetes and type 2. Despite having the same symptoms, there are differences between the two. Not only from the cause, but also the treatment. In type 1 diabetes, the body cannot produce the hormone insulin. Whereas in type 2 diabetes, the body's cells become less sensitive to the hormone insulin, even though the production and levels of the hormone insulin are normal. Insulin is a hormone produced in the pancreas. This hormone serves to help the body's cells take sugar from the blood and convert it into energy. Differences in Type 1 and Type 2 Diabetes in Terms of Causes In type 1 diabetes, beta cells in the pancreas are damaged, so insulin production decreases. As a result, the body's cells cannot take sugar from the blood and blood sugar levels rise. Type 1 diabetes occurs due to a disorder called autoimmune, wher

These are the Causes and Treatment of Lumps in the Neck Back

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Most bumps on the back neck are harmless and can heal or disappear by itself. However , it does not mean you can trivialize the lump, because sometimes the appearance of a lump in the back neck can be caused by a dangerous disease. Skin in neck the back or nape of the frequently sweating, exposed to hair care products, until rubbing against hair and clothes. These things can cause irritation to the skin of the back of the neck, so that a bump appears . Even so, there are many other conditions that can also cause a lump in the back of the neck, from boils to cancer. Some Causes of Lumps in the Neck Rear Lumps on the back neck can be caused by several conditions the following : 1. Pembe suggestion lymph nodes Enlargement of lymph nodes is generally harmless. K gland lymph behind the neck can enlarge when the body is fighting infection by viruses or bacteria, for example due to sore throat , ear infection , inf

Getting to Know the Use of Nasogastric Hoses and Their Maintenance

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Installation of a nasogastric tube or nasogastric tube (NGT) is often done to provide a food and drug to patients , or to empty the hull. Not only installed while in hospital, nasogastric tube can also be installed until the patient returns home. A nasogastric tube (NGT), also known as a food tube or sonde, is a soft plastic tube that is inserted through the nose (nasal) to the stomach (gastric). In order not to change position, the hose will be glued to the skin near the nose with adhesive tape. The purpose of installing a nasogastric tube is to help provide food and medicine to patients who cannot consume food or medication from the mouth, for example premature babies or comatose patients. In addition, the nasogastric tube can also be used to remove gas or fluid from the stomach. Apart from the nose, the tube can also be inserted through the mouth (oral). This is called the orogastric tube (OGT). NGT and OGT are used for the same purpose, but the orogastric tube i

Looks Similar, Know the Difference between Corona Virus Symptoms and the Common Flu

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Lately, the public has been shrouded in concern over the Corona virus outbreak. Because the Corona virus infection that attacks the respiratory system has symptoms similar to the common cold, but can be fatal. So, what distinguishes the common cold from Corona virus infections? Both the common cold and Corona's disease are both caused by a virus that attacks the human respiratory tract. However, the two viruses are from different groups and have different characteristics. The viruses that cause flu come from the rhinovirus group. This virus spreads from human to human and most often attacks children or adolescents. Rhinovirus infections can occur throughout the year, but most often in the rainy season. Differences in Common Flu Symptoms and Corona Virus Infection The following are differences in symptoms from the common cold and Corona or COVID-19 virus infections that you need to know about: Common flu Flu usually occurs when rhinoviruses attack the

Know Keloid Injections

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One of the common ways to deal with keloids is keloid injection. In this procedure, the doctor will inject corticosteroids directly into the keloid, which is a scar in the form of scar tissue that grows protruding and wider than the original wound. When the skin is injured, the body's cells will naturally form scar tissue to cover and heal the wound. However, in patients with keloids, scar tissue is overgrown to exceed the injured area. Keloids can look like pink bumps with a smooth surface. The most commonly used corticosteroid drug for keloid injection is triamcinolone acetonide. Several other drugs, such as 5-fluorouracil and bleomycin, can also be combined with triamcinolone to provide optimal results. Research shows that keloid injections with triamcinolone give good results in 50-100% of cases, with a recurrence rate of only about 9-50%. How it Works and the Effects of Keloid Injection Corticosteroid medications used in the keloid injection procedure can h

Know the Difference of Cervical Cancer and Uterus Cancer

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Although often considered the same, cervical cancer and uterine cancer are two different types of cancer. Cervical cancer occurs in cells in the cervix, while uterine cancer occurs in cells in the uterine cavity. Both have similar symptoms, but the causes and treatment are different. The uterus (womb) is a hollow organ that has an inverted pear-like shape. The uterus consists of three main parts, namely the upper part which is shaped like a dome (fundus), the hollow middle part (isthmus), and the narrow lower part (cervix or cervix). Cervix empties into the vagina. Cervical cancer and uterine cancer are both conditions that occur when abnormal cells multiply excessively and form a malignant tumor. However, cervical cancer is caused by malignancy of cells in the cervix, while uterine cancer is caused by malignancy of cells in the uterine cavity. Facts About Cervical Cancer Some facts that need to be known about cervical cancer are: 1. Symptoms include bleeding

Difference Between German Measles and German Measles

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Normal measles and German measles at a glance have similar initial symptoms. Both cause fever and rashes on the skin. However, these two diseases actually have several different symptoms. The impact on health is not the same. Regular measles (rubeola) and German measles (rubella) are caused by two different viruses. However, both viruses both breed in the throat and nose of humans. When a person coughs or sneezes, splashes of saliva coming out of the airways will be inhaled by other people and spread the virus. These viruses will then undergo an incubation period of several days before finally causing symptoms. Symptoms of Ordinary Measles or Rubeola Measles symptoms usually appear 8-12 days after the patient is exposed to the rubeola virus. In general, the symptoms of measles can be divided into two stages, namely the stages before and after the appearance of skin rashes. Symptoms that can occur before a skin rash appear include: High fever until body tempe

Benefits of Physical Fitness Exercise for Physical and Mental Health

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Physical fitness training is often done to maintain physical health. However, this exercise can actually be healthy mentally or spiritually. To get the benefits, physical fitness training needs to be done routinely. Physical fitness exercises are sports activities undertaken to increase endurance and muscle strength, as well as to exercise flexibility and balance. This exercise is also effective to burn calories and reduce the risk of a number of diseases. The benefits of physical fitness training can be obtained by doing various sports, such as: Aeorobic Gymnastics, for endurance Raise weights, for muscular strength Yoga, for flexibility and balance Benefits of Physical Fitness Exercise Here are a variety of the benefits of physical fitness training, both physical and mental, if done routinely: 1. Maintain body weight Exercise or physical fitness can burn calories. This is what makes it able to maintain or even lose weight. However, you also have to acco

Recognize What is Retinitis Pigmentosa

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Retinitis pigmentosa (RP) is a collection of diseases of the retina that can cause sufferers to experience night blindness and vision problems that develop gradually, until finally experiencing blindness. Retina is a thin layer in back of the eye which serves to capture light and turn it into a signal to be sent to the brain, so we can see. On the retina, there are two types of photoreceptor cells that function to capture light, namely stem cells and cone cells. The stem cell is located on the edge of the retina, and its function is to help see in dark conditions. While cone cells function to help see in bright conditions, and most of these cells are located in the middle of the retina. In retinitis pigmentosa, photoreceptor cell death occurs gradually, especially stem cells, caused by genetic abnormalities. Types of Retinitis Pigmentosa Retinitis pigmentosa is a rare condition and is estimated to only occur in 1 in 3,000–8,000 people worldwide. Although rare, retini

These are the Symptoms and How to Treat Eye Pain Naturally

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Symptoms of eye pain can be red, dry, runny, or painful. So that complaints do not interfere with your activities, there are several options for how to treat eye pain naturally that you can try. Your eye pain may be caused by irritation, allergies or an infection. Eye infections can be caused by viruses, bacteria, even fungi or parasites. Eye pain can usually improve on its own, especially if it is caused by irritation, allergies, or a viral infection. However, symptoms of eye pain can interfere with comfort and can sometimes limit daily activities. Well, to relieve it, there are ways to treat eye pain naturally that can be done alone at home. Some Common Symptoms and Causes of Eye Pain Eye pain is often caused by conjunctivitis. This condition can cause symptoms of red eyes, watery, itchy or painful, and swelling. These symptoms can usually resolve on their own within 1-2 weeks. Even so, these eye pain symptoms can also sometimes be caused by some serious eye

Recognize What a Morning Surge is and its Relation to a Heart Attack

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The term morning surge may still sound familiar to you. Morning surge is a condition when blood pressure rises in the morning . Many consider that this condition can cause a heart attack. However, whether the assumption is true? The cause of the morning surge so far has not been known with certainty. However, an increase in blood pressure in the morning due to the morning surge is thought to be related to the circadian rhythm or regulator of the body's natural sleep cycle centered on the brain. When you wake up, the brain releases several hormones, such as cortisol, epinephrine, and norepinephrine. The release of these hormones is thought to be the cause of increased blood pressure in the morning. Aside from hormone release in the morning, several studies have shown that certain factors, such as stress, excessive salt consumption, smoking habits, or lack of sleep, can also increase the risk of morning surge. Getting to Know More About Morning Surge Mornin

How to Maintain Your Health and Family During Floods

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The rainy season often creates a number of problems. One of them is a flood that can occur at any time. Therefore, it is important to prepare everything in order to maintain the health and safety of self and family during floods. During the rainy season, endurance tends to weaken with changes in temperature and humidity, especially if exposed to flooding. Poor water quality and a dirty environment make your body more vulnerable to various diseases, ranging from diarrhea, cholera, dengue fever, malaria, leptospirosis, to ARI. Preparation Before Floods Occur If staying in areas that are flooded, you need to do some preparation to anticipate floods that might occur during the rainy season. The following are some things that you need to prepare before the flood: 1. Prepare a bag containing emergency supplies during a flood This emergency supply bag must be filled with important items that can be used for the purposes of being displaced during a flood, such as bottled

Is it Safe to Give Teether Necklaces to Babies?

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Some mothers believe that wearing a teether necklace when a baby is teething can ease the pain they are experiencing and make it easy to fuss. So, is this teether necklace safe for babies? Generally, baby's first teeth will begin to grow at the age of 6-12 months. When teething, babies often feel pain and swelling in their teeth. So, do not be surprised if Mother is made dizzy by the behavior of your child, yes –– ranging from frequent drooling, insomnia, easy to cry, often nibbling the object in his hand, until refusing to eat. Little did might make Mother want to do anything to ease the pain, and quite a lot of mothers who choose to give their babies a teether necklace. These necklaces made of amber, marble, wood, or silicone are said to alleviate complaints of teething pain in children. Really so? Is Use of the Teether Necklace Safe for babies? The answer is no, yes, Bun. Even though they are made of adorable beads and look cute to babies, teether necklace

The choice of effective phlegm cough medicine

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Coughing up phlegm can greatly disrupt your daily activities. To relieve it, there are several choices for cough with phlegm that you can use, both natural and prescription drugs. Anyway, don't have phlegm between us, huh! Coughing is the body's natural mechanism to expel mucus, irritants, impurities, and germs through the mouth or nose. The aim is to clear and expedite the respiratory tract. Cough can be categorized into two types, namely dry cough and phlegm cough. Sputum cough is a type of cough that is accompanied by phlegm or phlegm. When experiencing cough with phlegm, phlegm or phlegm from the respiratory tract accumulates in the throat so that it can interfere with breathing. Coughing up phlegm is generally caused by a viral or bacterial infection in the respiratory tract, for example in the flu, ARI, pneumonia, and bronchitis , exposure to pollution or cigarette smoke, as well as asthma and COPD. Phlegm cough medicine that can be found at home Phlegm

When can babies be taken on planes?

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If you have to travel far away by plane but can't leave your little one baby, you don't need to worry. Babies can get on the plane, really, Bun. Some airlines even allow newborn babies to be taken on a plane, you know! However, there are things that need attention. Actually, there are no definite rules about taking babies on airplanes. Whether or not a baby can get on a plane depends on the baby's age and health condition, as well as airline regulations. This is the Ideal Age for Babies to Get on a Airplane Traveling by plane is safe when the baby is in good health. Some doctors recommend waiting until the baby is 4-6 weeks old. However, some airlines have allowed babies to air travel since the age of 2 days. If your little one is born prematurely, don't be in a hurry to take him traveling by plane, yes, Bun. Premature newborns may take air travel at least 1-2 weeks after the expected date of birth, not the date they were born. Basically, babies

Baby Having a UTI? These Symptoms and How to Overcome It

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Does your little one cry when urinating? It could be that he had a urinary tract infection (UTI). But, don't panic, Bun. This is indeed common, really. Find out here what are the symptoms of UTI in infants and how to overcome them. UTI is one of the common health problems experienced by infants, especially those under 1 year of age. This condition is usually caused by bacteria from feces that enter through the baby's genitals, then rise and develop in the bladder. This might happen if the method of cleaning the baby after defecation is inappropriate, the baby is constipated or has not been circumcised, or the baby has a congenital abnormality in the urinary tract. Recognize UTI Symptoms in Infants Compared to boys, girls are more prone to UTI. This is because women have a shorter urinary tract than men. As a result, bacteria will more easily enter the bladder. UTIs in infants tend to be difficult to detect. This is because the baby cannot convey the sy

Mother, These 6 Tips for Successful Tandem Nursing or Breastfeeding Two Children at a Time

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Getting pregnant again after just a few months of giving birth can happen. This causes the baby to be born when the older sibling may still need breastfeeding. Like it or not, Mother must breastfeed two children at once or tandem nursing. How, yes, how to do it? Tandem nursing is a term for a mother who is breastfeeding a newborn baby and still breastfeeding her brother who is still a toddler. The breastfeeding itself can be done simultaneously or individually. This is not an easy thing to do, especially if Your Brother is not ready to be weaned and prefers to suckle. Mother may also worry that breastmilk will not be enough if two children are drunk at the same time. If this is the problem, don't worry, Bun. Breastmilk production will also increase when "demand" from children increases, really. Tips for Successful Performing Tandem Nursing Breastfeeding toddlers and newborns at one time can be a challenge for Mother. In order to successfully do tandem