Botox and Filler Applications: The Importance of Choosing a Specialist Doctor and Preventing Complications Botox and filler applications are well-known as popular and effective procedures in the field of aesthetics. However, patients who are not sufficiently informed about the risks and complications of these procedures can experience serious health issues. In this article, we provide [...]
Foot-and-Mouth Disease: Transmission, Prevention, and What City Dwellers Should Know What is Foot-and-Mouth Disease? Foot-and-mouth disease (FMD) is a contagious disease primarily seen in livestock, caused by a virus from the genus Aphtovirus. Although FMD can cause outbreaks in our country, it is important for animal health, the agricultural economy, and public health. While it [...]
Virtual Colonoscopy: The Most Effective and Simple Method for Colorectal Cancer Screening Colorectal cancer is one of the most common types of cancer worldwide and is often diagnosed at advanced stages when symptoms appear. For this reason, regular screening tests can help detect cancer in its early stages and increase the chances of successful treatment. [...]
Colorectal cancer is a common type of cancer that can be treated if diagnosed in its early stages. Therefore, undergoing colorectal cancer screening through colonoscopy is extremely important. While light sedation is typically used during a colonoscopy, sedation with propofol has recently emerged as a method that not only enhances patient comfort but also improves [...]
Intradermal injection and mesotherapy refer to the process of delivering various chemical substances into the skin using injectors or devices based on the skin's needs. In cosmetic applications, this method can be used for moisturizing the skin, rejuvenating it, treating pigmentation, delaying aging, tightening and revitalizing the skin, preventing hair loss, strengthening newly transplanted hair [...]
Laser Hair Removal Laser hair removal was first introduced in 1994 as a light-based hair removal method. The procedure became more widespread by the late 1990s, and in 1998, it received FDA approval. Laser hair removal works by disrupting the structure and function of the stem cells that produce hair. The laser beams, absorbed by [...]
What Dermocosmetic Procedures Can Be Performed on Men? Men, although generally more reluctant toward cosmetic procedures compared to women, have shown increasing interest in dermocosmetic treatments in recent years, particularly driven by the desire to look more groomed, youthful, and stylish, especially in professional settings. Men's skin is thicker, oilier, and contains more collagen compared [...]
Since skin structure varies based on age, genetics, environmental, and physical factors, decisions about skincare and dermocosmetic procedures should be made after a detailed examination and health assessment by a dermatologist. Here’s a rough guide according to age groups: In their 20s: Focus on skin cleansing, treatments for acne, scar treatments, and moisturizing care for [...]
What should be done for pre-pregnancy counseling? Pre-pregnancy counseling (preconception counseling) is the process of evaluating and providing information to optimize a woman's health and the health of the future baby before conception. This counseling is an important step to ensure the mother-to-be has a healthy pregnancy and delivers a healthy baby. Here’s what needs [...]
When should I consult a gastroenterologist? Gastroentrology is a branch of medicine that examines the structure and functioning of the digestive system and digestive organs and undertakes the diagnosis and treatment of diseases in this system. The organs of the digestive system are the esophagus, stomach, small intestine, large intestine, anorectal region and the liver, [...]