Newsletter Blue Toe Syndrome What is Blue Toe Syndrome? Occlusive vasculopathy, often known as blue toe syndrome, is a kind of acute digital ischemia in which one or more toes turn blue or violet in color. Petechiae or cyanosis of the soles of the feet may be present in isolated areas. There may also be […]
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Newsletter Grayson’s Syndrome (Grayson-Wilbrandt Corneal Dystrophy) What is Grayson’s Syndrome? Grayson’s Syndrome, also known as Grayson-Wilbrandt Corneal Dystrophy (GWCD), is a very rare type of corneal dystrophy characterized by varying patterns of opacification in the Bowman layer of the cornea that extend anteriorly into the epithelium, with reduced to normal visual acuity. Corneal dystrophies are […]
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Newsletter Mechanism of Action of All Drugs This is a pretty comprehensive article that explains the mechanism of action of all commonly prescribed medications. 1. Analgesics Paracetamol (Acetaminophen) Mechanism of Action Weak inhibitor of the synthesis of prostaglandins, Paracetamol also decreases prostaglandin concentrations in vivo. Aspirin Mechanism of Action Aspirin causes reduction of inflammation, analgesia, the prevention of clotting, and antipyretic. Much […]
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Newsletter Oblique plane Anatomical Body Planes and Sections – Anatomy and Physiology – Oblique plane The anatomical body planes and sections help us learn the many ways in which the body can be viewed when divided into sections in anatomy and physiology. They’re extremely important to understand if you want to work in a healthcare sector […]
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