What Is the Pyriform Sinus and Its Function?
Learn how the pyriform sinus dictates safe physiological function and serves as a key site for critical head and neck pathology.
What Percent of Blockage Requires a Stent?
Stent decisions involve more than blockage percentage. Learn how doctors combine anatomical metrics, functional flow, and patient symptoms.
What Causes Thrombocytopenia in Malaria?
Discover the biological mechanisms behind malaria-induced thrombocytopenia, a common complication that serves as an early marker and reverses with effective treatment.
Can You Feel Breast Implants?
What determines if you can feel a breast implant? We detail external texture, internal nerve sensation, placement factors, and signs of complications.
Why Do I Get Dizzy When I Close My Eyes?
Understand the sensory conflict that causes dizziness when visual input is lost. Explore inner ear and systemic balance issues.
How Long Does Eye Dilation Last?
The duration of eye dilation depends on the drops used, age, and eye color. Understand the full recovery timeline and post-exam precautions.
Can Sinus Drainage Cause Diarrhea?
Post-nasal drip and diarrhea often appear together. Discover the mechanisms: is it swallowed mucus, or a shared underlying viral infection or medication side effect?
Why Was the Development of Saracatinib Discontinued?
Discover the clinical and strategic reasons AstraZeneca halted the development of the kinase inhibitor Saracatinib (AZD0530).
What to Do After Nose Cauterization
Essential guidance for a safe recovery after nose cauterization, covering immediate restrictions, daily care, and red flags.
How Point-of-Care Testing Measures Bilirubin
Understand how rapid point-of-care bilirubin tests guide immediate treatment decisions for newborn jaundice screening.