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Vulva : Overview, Anatomy, structure and function - Sentelhealth

 Overview : The vulva is a part of the female reproductive system and is also part of the external genitalia. The vulva consists of labia minora, labia majora, mons pubis, clitoris, vestibular bulb, vulval vestibule, urinary meatus the vaginal opening, hymen, and Bartholin's glands. other parts of the vulva include sebaceous glands, urogenital triangle, and pudendal cleft. Pelvic floor muscles support the structures of the vulva and vulva including the entrance to the vagina. Vulva goes through changes during childhood, puberty, menopause, and post-menopause. Structure: A) Mons pubis: it is present in both sexes and act as a cushion during sexual intercourse and is more pronounced in female. the mons pubis is a soft fatty tissue at the front of the vulva in the pubic region covering the pubic bone. the lower part of the mons pubis is divided by a fissure called pudendal cleft. it separates mons pubis and labia majora, the mons pubis, and labia majora get covered by pubic hair at pu...
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Frozen shoulder (Adhesive capsulitis) : Symptoms | Diagnosis | Treatment

Frozen shoulder (Adhesive capsulitis): Symptoms | Diagnosis | Treatment Overview Frozen shoulder also is known as adhesive capsulitis is a common condition in people aged 40 - 65 years and is characterized by stiffness and pain in the shoulder joint. Symptoms typically begin gradually and worsen over time. It is more common in women and people with disorders like diabetes and thyroid. It can occur due to trauma, immobility, or reduced mobility as seen in patients recovering from other medical conditions. However, the exact cause of the disease is not yet clear. Treatment is mainly aimed at reducing pain and stiffness and restoring the function of the joint. Frozen shoulder/Adhesive capsulitis is a self-limiting disease and the usual recovery time is around 2-3 years. What are the symptoms of the frozen shoulder? Pain and stiffness along with the limited range of motion with both active and passive movements are the principal symptoms. However, the disease progresses slo...
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Rotator cuff tear - symptoms | Diagnosis | Treatment - Sentelhealth

Rotator cuff tear - symptoms | Diagnosis | Treatment - Sentelhealth Your shoulders do a lot of things that you might take for granted. The shoulder joint is one of the most important joints in the body and has a maximum range of motion. Movements at the shoulder joints are especially important in sports like tennis, baseball, and swimming and to perform such activities the joint has to be very stable and has to be well supported and that is the rotator cuff's function. It is a group of muscles that provides stability and strength to the shoulder joint. Injury or a tear to such a group of muscles can cause a significant effect on the quality of a life. Rotator cuff tear can be caused by acute injuries related to falling on an outstretched hand or pulling on the shoulder. It can also be caused by repetitive overhead activities and lifting. The most commonly affected tendon in rotator cuff tear is the supraspinatus tendon.  Rotator cuff tears can be classified as : 1) Part...
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Subarcromial/Shoulder impingement syndrome - symptoms | diagnosis | treatment

Subacromial/Shoulder impingement syndrome - symptoms | diagnosis | treatment overview subacromial/shoulder impingement syndrome  also known as the swimmer's shoulder is an inflammation of the muscles in the shoulder area. The condition is commonly seen in active people and risk increases with age. It is one of the most commonly seen conditions in outpatient clinics and is related to muscle strength imbalances, rotator cuff tear, and poor scapula control. Pain, instability, and weakness with loss of range of motion are common presenting complaints. With any shoulder problem, it is important to inquire about the patient's occupation, recreational activities, and hand dominance as it helps to understand how it affected the quality of life of a patient. For eg., an athlete can complain of pain with mild impingement while an elderly even with full-thickness rotator cuff tear can have no symptoms. shoulder impingement syndrome is one of the most common causes of shoulder p...
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Erectile dysfunction (ED) - Causes | symptoms | treatment | complications | prevention - Sentelhealth

Erectile dysfunction (ED) - Causes | symptoms | treatment | complications | prevention - Sentelhealth overview - erectile dysfunction is a consistent inability to attain or maintain sufficient rigid penile erection to perform sex. According to a survey in 2018  more than 50% of men aged more than 40 years experience erectile dysfunction . In a normal healthy person, erection is caused by the intact nervous and vascular systems working together in coordination. "A person is called to have erectile dysfunction when he is enabled to attain or maintain an erection for 3 months." However, the basic mechanism of erection is an increase in the inflow of the blood to the penis with a subsequent decrease in the outflow by causing constriction of the veins draining the blood from the penis. Causes of erectile dysfunction - In many cases of erectile dysfunction treating the underlying cause eventually relieve the condition.Therefore, a detailed history of the patien...
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Perineal care - indications, procedure and significance

Perineal care also called  peri-care or perineal genital care is a procedure involving washing of the perineal area with soap and water or by any commercially prepared peri-wash. The perineal area is prone to infections as it is warm, moist, and not well ventilated. In a normal person, a daily bath is enough to prevent any perineal infections but, in some cases,  perineal care is required for a certain period of time. What are indications of perineal care : 1)Postpartum females with repaired perineal tears. 2)Patients with genitourinary tract infections. 3) Patients recovering from surgeries of the genital region. 4) Patients suffering from incontinence. 5) Patients who are unable to do self-care. Preparation of the patient : Thoroughly wash your hands and medical gloves before you begin the procedure. Explain the procedure to the patient and take the consent before starting the procedure. Tell the patient to separate legs if the patient is unable to do that caregiver will...
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Spinal stenosis - causes | symptoms | treatment -Sentelhealth

Spinal stenosis - causes | symptoms | treatment  Overview Spinal stenosis is a narrowing of a spinal canal. It is a senile disease occurring most commonly in patients aged 50 years or more, the risk of getting spinal stenosis increases with age, and males are affected more than females. The most common site for spinal stenosis is a lumbar spine affecting nearly 70% of the cases. Osteoarthritis and disc herniation are the most common causes of  spinal stenosis . Symptoms and signs - 1) Worsening of pain on extension of the spine, on examination patient show limited movements of the lumbar spine due to severe pain. Extension of the spine may also produce leg symptoms. 2) Leg symptoms - pain in legs (single or bilateral) after walking for several minutes and relieved on sitting. This phenomenon is called neurogenic claudication. Treatment of spinal stenosis - Early treatment in spinal stenosis help to avoid complication and improve the quality of life of a patien...
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