What is the human papillomavirus (HPV) test?A human papillomavirus (HPV) test screens for the virus that can cause cervical cancer.HPV is a sexually transmitted infection (STI) that you can catch or spread regardless of sex or gender. It’s transmitted through skin-to-skin contact. It’s also a common and complicated virus.For example, there are over 100 strains of HPV. They’re responsible for nuisance growths, like warts on ... Xem chi tiết
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Diagnostic value of high-risk HPV E6/E7 mRNA in patients with ASCUS
Cervical cancer is one of the most common malignant tumors in women. There are approximately 100,000 new cases of cervical cancer in China every year [1]. The mortality rate of cervical cancer has surpassed that of ovarian cancer and it has become the malignant tumor with the highest mortality rate among gynecological tumors [2]. With the improvement of people’s health awareness, an increasing number of cervical epithelial ... Xem chi tiết
Side affects of low calories diet
What if I only eat 300-500 calories a day for a few months? Consuming 500 calories a day is not a healthy diet. Normally, eating anything below 1200 calories per day will make your body assume there's a food shortage. The end result will cause your body to go into what is known as "Starvation Mode". During this mode, your metabolism will slow down and try to conserve energy. A slow metabolism will make it difficult for your ... Xem chi tiết
I Have Tried a 14-Day Vegan Diet for Weight Loss. Here Is What Happened
Among various reasons favoring veganism, the ethical component outstands. However, there are many other compelling arguments for the diet. Statistics show vegans are healthier and leaner1W. J. Craig (2009, May). Health Effects of Vegan Diets. The American Journal of Clinical Nutrition. DOI:10.3945/ajcn.2009.26736N than omnivores. Instagram is crowded with vegan bodybuilders claiming you can get as massive by consuming nothing ... Xem chi tiết
Blood Pressure 116/71: What Does It Indicate?
Michael Rotman, MD, FRCPC, PhD | Medically reviewed by Robin Backlund, BHSc Last update: What does a 116/71 blood pressure mean? The blood pressure reading 116/71 indicates that the person in question has an ideal blood pressure. According to a study “Seventh Report of the Joint National Committee on Prevention, Detection, Evaluation, and Treatment of High Blood Pressure” from Boston University School of Medicine published in ... Xem chi tiết
Dr. Perricone’s 28-day Anti-Inflammatory Diet
Mental clarity, increased energy and an overall boost in physical well-being—it’s all possible with Dr. Perricone’s 28-Day Anti-Inflammatory Diet. By combining the right nutrition, supplements, exercise and skincare, this program can help you look and feel your best at any age by reducing inflammation. Before discussing the details of this diet, here’s a brief look at why inflammation is a big deal when it comes to aging and ... Xem chi tiết
Blood Pressure 138/67: What Does It Indicate?
Michael Rotman, MD, FRCPC, PhD | Medically reviewed by Robin Backlund, BHSc Last update: What does a 138/67 blood pressure mean? A blood pressure reading of 138/67 indicates that the person is in the initial stage of hypertension, a diagnosis that requires confirmation by a trained physician over time. Here is a blood pressure chart according to the latest guidelines of American Heart Association (AHA). When blood pressure ... Xem chi tiết
Blood Pressure 141/67 mmHg: What Does It Indicate?
Michael Rotman, MD, FRCPC, PhD | Medically reviewed by Robin Backlund, BHSc Last update: What does a 141/67 blood pressure mean? The blood pressure value of 141/67 mmHg clearly indicates that the person is suffering from stage 2 hypertension. This is a medical condition experienced by an individual when their blood pressure readings are [>=140 for systolic and >=90 for diastolic]. Here is a blood pressure chart ... Xem chi tiết
Military Diet: A Beginner’s Guide and Meal Plan
The military diet is a popular short term weight loss diet that is achieved through calorie deprivation. If you are looking for a new diet that allows for you to lose weight quickly, the Military Diet is worth considering. This article will break down precisely what the diet entails as well as its reported health benefits and some sample days of what it’s like abiding by the food restrictions for the 3-day Military Diet. What ... Xem chi tiết
Isotretinoin (Roaccutane/Accutane)
What is Isotretinoin (Roaccutane / Accutane)?How does Isotretinoin help acne?Inflamed (red) spots. Isotretinoin clears inflamed spots like red papules, pustules and nodules. Isotretinoin stops new inflamed spots from developing and causes existing inflamed spots to flatten and resolve.Cysts. Isotretinoin is good at reducing cysts that arise in acne.Comedones. Isotretinoin is also effective for comedones that may be open or ... Xem chi tiết