HIV stands for Human Immunodeficiency Virus, while AIDS stands for Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome. It is untreated infection by HIV that leads to AIDS. There is still no cure yet for HIV, but there are drugs that can help you manage the condition & live a fairly normal life. There are over 3 million persons…
Let’s talk about Stomach Ulcers: Doc, I was having serious pains after I fell while I was running. Then I went to this chemist who gave me ibuprofen, and since then, anytime I eat especially hot peppery foods, my chest will be like it is on fire!! Doc, what can I do? What is a…
Diabetes is a common condition among Africans & Nigerians, and it is a major cause of so many other health conditions like hypertension among others. There are two types. Diabetes Mellitus and Diabetes Insipidus. What is Diabetes? Diabetes mellitus is a medical condition whereby there is an increased amount of sugar in the blood (known…
Now and then, we hear stories of rape and domestic abuse meted out to our vulnerable women. We have seen stories of girls being raped in schools, at homes, in churches (imagine the effrontery), in hospitals, and basically, every place we can think of. Hence, a lot needs to be done to stem the growing…
On this day December 5th, I remember the dangers and long-lasting effects of Female genital mutilation. Just imagine your face being cut severally with a sharp knife, up to 100 times. That’s the type of pain that is felt during Female Genital Mutilation. Female Genital Mutilation It’s the removal of the parts of the female…
Missed Period Some time in the life of a woman, she might have missed a Period without Pregnancy and it can be a big cause of worry. The menstrual period is a very important event in the life of every sexually active young woman, and whenever it is delayed or absent, it comes with a…
Urinary Tract infections, UTIs are the commonest infections in our environment and one of the commonest reasons why most people come to the hospital. There are many possible causes of UTIs, but at all times, it is important to always check for the presence of any underlying condition that can predispose you to recurrent UTIs….
What is Hepatitis? Hepatitis simply means inflammation (swelling) in the liver. It is a common medical condition in Nigeria. It is spread through sexual intercourse as well as through blood transfusion. It can be prevented by Vaccination. The Hepatitis Vaccine was introduced into the NPI in 2004. There are different types of Hepatitis, such as…
Coronary Artery Disease (CAD) occurs when there is a loss of blood supply to the muscles of a part of the heart or all of it. When the blockage affects of the heart, it can cause a heart attack. Coronary artery disease (CAD) is the leading cause of premature death in Western nations and its…
A lot of ladies have been asking, how they could flush out sperm/semen that has entered the Vagina after having unprotected sex, or that the Condom broke. Before we begin that discussion, without judging you or your reasons, it is very important to know today, that, “Unprotected Sex” for any reason, at all should be…