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Side-by-side comparison of a normal retina and a diabetic retina. The normal retina is healthy with clear blood vessels, while the diabetic retina shows signs of damage, including yellowish spots and irregularities in the blood vessels. Labels at the bottom indicate "Normal Retina" and "Diabetic Retina.

Understanding Diabetic Complications Written by: Marcos Otero, Retired Physician Associate Diabetes, a condition that alters sugar processing in the body, can lead to several complications if not managed effectively. It is crucial to understand these common diabetic complications to grasp…

In a dimly lit room, a person sits on a bed wearing a gray sweater, their hair tied back. With one hand on their temple and eyes closed in pain, they embody the challenge of trying to identify headaches from subtle signs of discomfort.

How Can You Prevent Headaches Through Natural Remedies? Written by: Marcos Otero, Retired Physician Associate Many people experience headaches at some point in their lives, and finding relief can sometimes feel daunting. Several natural remedies not only help alleviate discomfort…

Diagram illustrating heart valve disease. Top row features closed valves, with normal on the left and stenosis on the right. Bottom row displays open valves: normal on the left and stenosis, often associated with a heart murmur, showing a narrowed opening on the right.

What are heart murmurs? You may have heard the term “heart murmur” during a routine check-up, but what does it really mean for your health? A heart murmur is an abnormal sound produced by the flow of blood through your…

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FDA Approves and Authorizes Updated COVID-19 mRNA Vaccines to Enhance Protection against Circulating Variants SOURCE:  US Food and Drug Administration SILVER SPRING, Md./PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ -- The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has approved and granted emergency use authorization…

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Hypothyroidism Written by: Marcos Otero, Retired Physician Associate Our Patient: Background: Simón, a 34-year-old accountant from Asunción, began gaining weight and feeling constantly fatigued. Initially attributing it to work stress, his wife convinced him to seek medical attention. Presentation of…

Close-up of a person's eye with noticeable redness in the white area. The surrounding skin appears slightly swollen and darkened. The image highlights the condition of the eye and surrounding area.

Conjunctivitis Written by: Marcos Otero, Retired Physician Associate Our Patient: Background: Gabriela, a 26-year-old teacher in Caracas, began noticing her eyes turning red and itchy after long hours at school. Presentation of Symptoms: Gabriela woke up with swollen eyes and…

A man with a beard and disheveled hair winces in pain, sweating profusely. He is wearing a blue shirt and appears to be experiencing discomfort, possibly due to a headache or illness. The background is blurred.

Kidney Stones Written by: Marcos Otero, Retired Physician Associate Our Patient: Background: Sergio, a 45-year-old man from San José, works as a farmer. His diet is high in salt and protein, and he doesn’t always have access to clean water,…