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AI in dentistry

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TELEDENTISTRY   The field of dentistry in medicine has expanded and demonstrated vast potential applications for artificial intelligence in the current era. Upon reading the title, one would assume that the arrival of AI in this industry would not result in an even greater shortage of work prospects. However, not all advancements have the same effect; instead, some lead to improved patient-doctor relationships, shortened wait times, and better patient care delivery. So, now let's understand what are the clinical aspects of Artificial Intelligence Very large proportion of the present population have visited a dental office at least once in their life, so what do you observe : A Dentist An assistant Dental chair and set-up Appointments dairy with its time bound schedule Equipment's required for certain defined procedures Sometimes, long waiting time for your turn This is the ideal layout of any dental clinic earlier, but now the persons involved are the same, but the time requir...

Black Disease "Kala azar"

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                                    KALA AZAR/ BLACK DISEASE/ LEISHMANIASIS If you read your daily newspaper, you are probably well aware of the leishmaniasis cases that are being reported in Jammu and Kashmir's less developed districts. Otherwise? Then you should be aware of this condition, which has the potential to seriously harm the organ system as a whole. It is a disease that is both parasite- and vector-borne. Let's just know more! It is a protozoal illness that is transmitted by phlebotomine sandfly bites. This type of infection is mostly caused by over 20 different species of Leishmania, not just one strain of the parasite.  A weak immune system, inadequate housing, population dislocation, hunger, and a lack of financial means are all linked to the disease, which affects some of the world's poorest people. Types of Kala azar Leishmaniases can be classified into three primary forms...

My teeth are maligned- Is there any solution?

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                                                         GO FOR BRACES! Have you ever heard that your teeth are not in line! Get them straight, put some wires on it!! I am sure we all have heard this one time or the other, but some of us took it seriously and some of us have backed off either in fear or money constraints. So as dentist myself, let me tell you what and how this all thing works!! The treatment involved in this process is called Orthodontic treatment and the specialist who is going to treat you is known as Orthodontist. What is Orthodontics? It is dental specialty that addresses the diagnosis, prevention , management and correction of mispositioned teeth and jaws, as well as misaligned bite patterns. What is a Orthodontic treatment? Orthodontic treatment is a way of straightening or moving teeth, to improve the appearance of the t...

Cryptosporiodosis

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                                ACUTE GASTROENTERITIS A protozoan called Cryptosporidium causes acute gastroenteritis in a wide range of vertebrates, including humans.  Consisting of diarrhoea and abdominal pain, the condition mimics the symptoms of choleric infection.  The parasite produces life-threatening, protracted infections in immunocompromised hosts. Mode of infection and spread:- Crypto can be found in food, drink, soil, or surfaces that have come into contact with animal or human excrement. It is spread in a similar way of how cholera spreads like: Swallowing contaminated water while swimming or drinking Staying in close proximity with the domestic animals like calves and goats. Symptoms:- Watery diarrhea Stomach cramps Loss of appetite Weight loss Slight fever Vomiting Thus, if we are aware of the symptoms, we can determine which organs—that is, our entire digestive system—will be affect...

Follicular Hyperkeratosis

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                                        FOLLICULAR HYPERKERATOSIS It is a skin condition characterized by thickening of outermost layer of skin due to the deposition of keratin in the hair follicles leading to the appearance of elevated cone shaped papules on the skin surface. It is commonly observed in children and subsides by the time they reach adolescence. Causes:- Vitamin A deficiency Prolonged exposure to arsenic Sensitivity to drugs like Vemurafenib or Dabrafenib Other underlying conditions like lupus, scleroderma, eczema, psoriasis Signs and Symptoms It is usually self-diagnosable as per the appearance of the papules Usually, the arms, thighs, cheeks, and buttocks are where the pimples are found. They are usually painless and itchy, although they might be white or red at times. Home remedies prevalent:- Limit bath time and use warm water. Long baths or showers with hot water el...

Bile Duct cancer

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                                CHOLANGIOCARCINOMA What is liver? Are you all aware of the organ which is present inside human body named liver which plays major role in sustenance of a being. Liver is the largest organ as well as largest gland of the body with the property of regeneration. The liver is a large, reddish-brown organ that is located in the upper right part of your abdomen, below the diaphragm and on top of your stomach, right kidney, and intestines. It's the largest organ inside your body, weighing about 3 pounds in adults. The liver is essential for many bodily functions, including: Filtering blood: The liver removes toxins, waste products, and excess hormones from your blood. Producing bile: Bile is a fluid that helps break down fats in your small intestine so your body can absorb them. Storing nutrients: The liver stores vitamins, minerals, and sugar (glucose) for your body to use later....

Understanding Child Psychology- Prevalent dilemma

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                                                              CHILD PSYCHOLOGY  What is a child? In order to comprehend, we must first comprehend why they are referred to as children. It's a particularly sensitive age, when curiosity grows, exploration widens, and acceptance of stimuli is absorbed. It's the time after childhood but before adolescence. It is during this time that an individual takes shape. Numerous questions are posed, and a great deal of dispute occurs. It can be linked to worries that were instilled in the child or the parents. This is based on my own experience because I also ponder daily how and what these tiny humans think and process. Every day presents a fresh challenge because of the way they behave, which we as parents always attempt to understand. I'm posting this in the hopes that it would be help...

Pink Eye- Conjunctivitis

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                                              CONJUNCTIVITIS Pink eye, or conjunctivitis, is an inflammation of the inner surface of the eyelid and the outermost layer of the white portion of the eye. It's an extremely communicable illness. Touching an infected eye and then touching a surface is how it spreads. Causes :- Causes of pink eye include: . Viruses . Bacteria . Allergies . A chemical splash in the eye . A foreign object in the eye . In newborns, a blocked tear duct Types of conjunctivitis:- Depending on the cause, other symptoms may occur. Viral Conjunctivitis Can occur with symptoms of a cold, flu, or other respiratory infection Usually begins in one eye and may spread to the other eye within days Discharge from the eye is usually watery rather than thick Bacterial Conjunctivitis More commonly associated with discharge (pus), which can lead to eyelids stick...

Caution call for covishield vaccine receivers

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      THROMBOSIS WITH THROMBOCYTOPENIA SYNDROME If you read the papers every day, you are probably aware of the most recent panic in the medical community around the AstraZeneca vaccination, which has caused a rare side effect known as TTS (thrombosis with thrombocytopenia syndrome). However, you must comprehend these two concepts independently in order to comprehend this syndrome. Thrombosis is a condition when a clot forms in the blood vessels, obstructing the arteries and veins and causing minimal or nonexistent blood flow. Syndrome of thrombocytopenia :- The condition known as thrombocytopenia is characterized by decreased blood platelet counts. Blood cell fragments called platelets are crucial for promoting blood clotting. Blood clots (thrombosis) and low platelet counts (thrombocytopenia), which are required for blood clotting, are the hallmarks of thrombosis with thrombocytopenia syndrome (TTS). # Sites Associated Brain Abdomen Signs and Symptoms:- Symptoms of...