Having too much blood, or more specifically, too many red blood cells, is generally not good for your health. The medical term for having a high concentration of red blood cells is polycythemia or erythrocytosis. 🛑 Why is too much blood dangerous? An excess of red blood cells makes the blood thicker and more sluggish …
Here’s why hospitals often require it 👇 🩸 1. To check for diabetes or prediabetes Many people have high blood sugar (diabetes) without knowing it. A simple sugar test helps doctors detect it early — even before symptoms appear.Early detection prevents serious complications like stroke, kidney failure, or poor wound healing. ⚕️ 2. To assess …
An autorefractometer (also called an auto-refractor) is a computerized machine used to measure the refractive error of the eyes — that is, it helps determine whether a person is nearsighted (myopic), farsighted (hyperopic), or has astigmatism.Here’s how it works and what it does 🔍 How It WorksThe patient looks into the device at an image …
🌬️ **Health Tips for the Harmattan Season** Harmattan comes with dry, dusty winds and cold mornings. While it’s a beautiful season, it can also cause dehydration, respiratory issues, and skin problems. Stay healthy by following these tips: 💧 **1. Stay Hydrated** * Drink plenty of water (at least 8 glasses daily).* Avoid excessive caffeine and …
Hepatitis B is a viral infection that attacks the liver, leading to inflammation and, in severe cases, liver damage, cirrhosis (liver scarring), or liver cancer. 🦠 How It Spreads The virus spreads through contact with infected body fluids, such as: It is not spread by casual contact (hugging, shaking hands, sharing food, etc.). ⚠️ Types …
Water is something our bodies cannot live without. In fact, about 60–70% of the human body is made up of water. Every cell, tissue, and organ in your body needs water to work properly. 💧 Why Water is So Important 🕒 How Much Water Should You Drink Daily?
World Sight Day Message from Daughters of Charity Rehabilitation Centre 👁️💙 Today, we celebrate World Sight Day, a global call to prioritize eye health and prevent avoidable blindness.At Daughters of Charity Rehabilitation Centre, we remain dedicated to restoring hope and vision through care, rehabilitation, and awareness. Love your eyes — protect your sight! 🌍👁️
A non-cancerous growth of tissue on the conjunctiva — the clear membrane that covers the white part of your eye. This growth is usually triangular or wedge-shaped and can extend onto the cornea (the clear front part of the eye). It’s sometimes called “surfer’s eye” because it’s often caused by long-term exposure to sunlight, wind, …
