Lung cancer comes in two main types: non-small cell and small cell. Each has different patterns, growth rates, and treatment needs. Smoking is the top risk factor, but…
Roughly 30,000 Americans are diagnosed with multiple myeloma each year—a rare but serious cancer of the plasma cells. Historically treated with chemotherapy, patients often faced recurring disease and…
Board-certified nephrologist Blake Shusterman, MD, debunks common kidney health myths. Urinating normally doesn’t guarantee healthy kidneys, and nocturnal urination is often due to aging or other conditions, not…
This Nephrology Rapid Revision by Dr. G. Bhanu Prakash covers essential nephrology topics, including urine analysis, acute kidney injury, chronic kidney disease, nephrotic and nephritic syndromes, polycystic kidney…
Understanding common pediatric infectious diseases is essential for effective care. Chickenpox, caused by the varicella-zoster virus, is highly contagious and preventable through vaccination. It spreads via airborne transmission…
Ulcerative colitis can cause persistent digestive issues that disrupt daily life. Symptoms may include diarrhea, frequent and urgent bowel movements, blood or pus in stool, severe cramps, nausea,…
Managing acid reflux involves lifestyle adjustments to reduce symptoms and prevent discomfort. Strengthening the lower esophageal sphincter can help prevent acid from rising into the esophagus. Avoiding smoking,…
The endocrine system, vital for responding to environmental changes, is key for MCAT success. This video covers hormone types, major endocrine organs, and hypothalamic signaling pathways. Peptide hormones…
Melanoma immunotherapy has a critical limitation: 40 to 60% of patients don’t respond. Arielle Elkrief, MD, discusses an innovative approach targeting the gut microbiome. By using fecal microbiota…
Shereene Idriss, MD, dives into the causes and treatments for jowls, from natural aging and lifestyle habits to bone structure changes. Highlighting at-home remedies like facial massages and…
Advancements in AI-driven diagnostics could transform cardiology, enabling autonomous interpretation of up to 80% of cardiac imaging within a decade. David Ouyang, MD, discusses overcoming barriers to running…
Infectious diseases arise from bacteria, viruses, fungi, or parasites and can spread through contact, contaminated food or water, or weakened immunity. Common types include bacterial infections (e.g., strep…
