Tremors are one of the most common neurological symptoms encountered in both outpatient and inpatient settings. They can arise due to various conditions, from Parkinson’s disease to anxiety. In this article, we explore a structured approach to tremors — including their classification, causes, clinical features, and management. 🧠 What Is a Tremor? A tremor is […]
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Guillain-Barré Syndrome (GBS) is a rare but potentially life-threatening neurological condition in which the body’s immune system mistakenly attacks the peripheral nerves. It often follows a minor infection, such as a respiratory illness or diarrhea, and can result in rapid-onset muscle weakness, sensory disturbances, and even paralysis. This post explains GBS in detail, including its
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Parkinson’s disease is a progressive neurodegenerative disorder that primarily affects movement, often beginning subtly and worsening over time. In this comprehensive post, we will break down its clinical presentation, diagnosis, and evidence-based management—tailored for students, healthcare professionals, and curious learners. 🧠 What is Parkinson’s Disease? Parkinson’s disease is caused by the progressive depletion of dopaminergic
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Understanding risk calculations is essential in epidemiology and biostatistics, especially when interpreting research studies. In this post, we break down the most important concepts: odds ratio, risk ratio (relative risk), attributable risk (AR), absolute risk reduction (ARR), and how to interpret them using simple tables and examples. 🧮 The Foundation: The 2×2 Table Every biostatistical
Clinical trials are a cornerstone of evidence-based medicine. In this post, we’ll explore what clinical trials are, how they are structured, and the different phases involved — all in a simple, clear, exam-relevant format. Whether you’re preparing for the USMLE, NEET PG, or just aiming to strengthen your clinical concepts, this guide is for you.
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Welcome to the first post in our Epidemiology and Biostatistics Crash Course. In this article, we’ll explore different types of research study designs — their definitions, examples, advantages, and key differences. Whether you’re preparing for USMLE, NEET-PG, or medical research writing, this guide will give you the foundation you need. 🔍 1. Case Study A
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Impetigo is one of the most common superficial bacterial skin infections, particularly affecting children. It is highly contagious and frequently seen in hot, humid climates, or overcrowded settings with poor hygiene. This post explores the pathophysiology, presentation, and step-by-step treatment approach to impetigo, including its two clinical types: non-bullous and bullous impetigo. 👶 Case Scenario
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Chest pain is one of the most frequent and critical complaints in emergency and outpatient settings. Among its many causes, angina pectoris—a manifestation of coronary artery disease (CAD)—requires urgent evaluation to rule out myocardial infarction and prevent sudden cardiac death. This post outlines a practical approach to stable and unstable angina, including classification, diagnosis, emergency
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Status Epilepticus (SE) is a critical neurological emergency that demands immediate medical attention. It is defined as a seizure lasting more than five minutes or a series of seizures where the patient fails to regain baseline consciousness between events. Without timely intervention, it can lead to irreversible brain damage, hypoxia, metabolic acidosis, and even death.
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