Salt Consumption Salt consumption was originally introduced into human life to preserve food. In the ancient Romans, the salary paid to soldiers was referred to as salt money (salary), while today this expression has become the equivalent of a salary in English. In Paleolithic times, human consumption of salt was around 1-2 grams/day, while in [...]
Thyroid Cancer The thyroid gland is a very small tissue of 20-30 grams located in the front of our neck. It secretes thyroid hormones and plays very important roles in many functions of our body. Thyroid cancers are quite common. In general, cancers do not cause symptoms in the patient. However, when a person touches [...]
Hand Burns Hand burns are a very important pathological condition with negative effects on human life, especially in the age of industrialization. Although the hands make up 5% of the human body, they are involved in 80% of burns. Therefore, there is a treatment plan that requires special importance and effort due to the functional [...]
Colonoscopy and Colon Cancer Screenings: Most Cancer Patients Have No Complaints Colon cancer is one of the most common cancers worldwide and has a good chance of being cured if detected early. However, as this type of cancer is often asymptomatic in the early stages, regular colonoscopy screenings are of great importance. This article uses [...]
Detecting heart problems among the elderly is of great importance. Echocardiography is a highly effective method that provides important information about the heart by taking images of the heart with ultrasound waves and helps in this process. A study published in the journal PLoS One in 2022 examined the utility of echocardiography in detecting structural [...]
Colonoscopy How to Extend Your Life in Numbers Colonoscopy is a valuable screening procedure that can prolong your life by protecting you from the risk of colorectal cancer. Here are some striking figures on the life-saving impact of colonoscopy according to research from the United States: Colon cancer and life expectancy: Research has shown that [...]
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 [...]
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 [...]