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HYPERTENSION -The Silent Killer. Know it the better way

Hypertension or high blood pressure or BP is a common condition in which the long-term force of the blood against artery walls eventually leads to end-organ damage which means hypertension targets mainly: the brain, heart, and kidneys. Hypertension is defined as having blood pressure higher than 140 over 90 mmHg. This means the systolic reading (the pressure as the heart pumps blood around the body) is over 140 mmHg (millimeters of mercury) and/or the diastolic reading (as the heart relaxes and refills with blood) is over 90 mmHg. Two types of hypertension are there: Primary: Develops over the years, and is usually due to genetic causes and sedentary lifestyle. Secondary: Caused by an underlying condition like kidney problems, thyroid problems, fatty liver, alcohol abuse or tumors. There are risk factors that contribute to hypertension like age, family history, being overweight, sedentary lifestyle, smoking, stress. Uncontrolled blood pressure can lead to: Heart attack/myocardial infarction or stroke. Aneurysm Heart failure Weakened and narrowed blood vessels in your kidneys Thickened, narrowed or torn blood vessels in the eyes Metabolic syndrome The trouble with memory or understanding How to manage hypertension: Several antihypertensive medications are available, but without making some lifestyle changes they won’t help. Lifestyle changes you need to make are: Eating a healthier diet with less salt Exercising regularly Quitting smoking Limiting the amount of alcohol, you drink Maintaining a healthy weight or losing weight if you’re overweight or obese Consume a diet rich in fruit and vegetables (e.g. at least five portions per day) Remedies that Help too Practice relaxation or slow, deep breathing Control blood pressure during pregnancy Take your medications properly Adopt healthy habits Manage stress

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March 11, 2019
Nafeesa Alwathaifi
Senior General Practitioner
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How do you find a plastic surgeon you can trust?

Dubai has the largest number of plastic surgeons by population than any other city in the world. With all this choice, it’s no wonder potential patients are confused about what to base their decision on. You obviously can’t choose a surgeon based on price – your safety is important, as is getting the result right the first time, so you don’t have to face revision surgery. Worryingly, some people select a plastic surgeon based on recommendations by celebrities or social influencers. The surgeon offers money and free services to get such an endorsement. Of course, recommendations from friends, or the sterling reputation of a surgeon or the medical practice he or she works for, are great places to start. However, you should investigate the surgeon’s background and continue to evaluate him or her during the initial consultation. Before we get into training and skill, there are two vital elements that people often forget. First, your surgeon should have an artist’s eye. Cosmetic surgery is a mixture of art and surgical knowledge, so you need a talented surgeon who is able to analyze your individual body shape, not just general anatomy. Second, the surgeon should be aware of and respect the differences in ethnic and cultural beauty standards, so you get the result you have in mind – this is particularly important in a multicultural society like ours. Make sure your surgeon doesn’t rush you during the consultation. She or he should spend enough time with you to understand your concerns fully and to discuss all your options, both surgical or non-surgical. Through these discussions, you will work together to find the best solution for you. If you decide that surgery is your best option, then it’s time to evaluate your potential surgeon’s breadth of knowledge in that specific procedure. No single surgical approach suits all patients and your surgeon should have mastered more than one. In breast-enhancement surgery, for example, the many decisions to be made include whether it should be done with an implant or fat, or both; with our without a breast lift; the implant pocket could be below the muscle under the gland, dual plane or subfascial; and implants come in different shapes and sizes. Another point to check is that the surgeon is up to date with the latest clinically proven technology, and has access to this technology where they practice. Today, we surgeons are dependent on high-tech machines because they help us to give our patients the highest quality result with the shortest downtime. We also need an excellent anesthetist and support team. Also check how much experience your surgeon has. Surgical skills plus advanced technology ensure the highest quality and satisfactory results, but lengthy experience means better safety and fewer chances of complications. Finally, the most important factor is to evaluate the honesty of your surgeon. He or she is the person who will advise you whether or not to have a surgery, and shouldn’t do any intervention if it is unnecessary. It’s important that you feel comfortable with them and that you can trust them.

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March 01, 2019
Sahar Al Kazzaz
Plastic Surgeon
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Women's Health
Abnormal Vaginal Bleeding: Causes & Treatment

Having spotting during the menstrual cycle is normal for young girls and women; some women experience abnormal bleeding due to different reasons. A gynecologist can diagnose this problem and there are options are available to fix it. If you are suffering from abnormal vaginal bleeding, here are the causes and our effective treatment to get rid of this condition:  Get in touch if you want to book an appointment. Continue reading to know more about it. What is Abnormal Vaginal Bleeding? A particular amount of bleeding is normal during the menstrual cycle. Unlike the normal spotting during periods, some women may experience abnormal bleeding between periods. Abnormal bleeding also refers to bleeding after vaginal intercourse. In general, there are some reasons for abnormal uterine bleeding. Doctors know techniques to diagnose and treat this condition. How to know if it is heavy bleeding or normal bleeding: As per experts, about 2 tablespoons of blood will be considered as normal and every woman is aware of the amount she has during periods. However, a woman can experience more than five tablespoons of blood due to abnormal vaginal bleeding. This specific kind of heavy spotting can last for 4 to 5 days. Causes of Abnormal Vaginal Bleeding: There are many reasons for unusual bleeding from the vagina. Often teenagers and the women approaching their menopause have heavy bleeding between periods due to the buildup of the endometrium (lining of the uterus). You already know how important role hormones play in all humans’ life. Due to this reason, a large number of women experience it due to a problem with their hormones. The items mentioned in the following list can cause problems to the hormones: 1. Fast weight gain/loss 2. Physical/emotional stress 3. An intrauterine device (IUD) 4. Birth control pills and other medicines Sometimes, a physical defect in the uterus leads to unusual bleeding. For example, the presence of fibroid, polyp, and adenomyosis is often linked to heavy uterine bleeding. Though extremely uncommon, the following can also cause abnormal vaginal bleeding: 1. Infection of the endometrium/cervix 2. Cancer of the cervix, uterus, or endometrium 3. blood-thinning medicines, bleeding or clotting disorders 4. Illnesses that affect your kidneys, adrenal glands, liver, or thyroid. Gynecologists use different techniques such as blood work, ultrasound, hysteroscopy, biopsy, magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) scan to diagnose abnormal vaginal bleeding. Once, diagnosed, there are different options to cure the problem. It is important to mention that the method of treatment depends on the cause of the abnormal bleeding. For some women, a chronic disease is the main cause of abnormal uterine bleeding. If this is the case, controlling the symptoms of that chronic illness must be considered. For the women who want to have children later in life, the gynecologists have to come up with a treatment option that does not make that woman unable to have children later. Before performing surgery, doctors prefer to get it cured through medications.

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February 06, 2019
Euromed Clinic Center
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How Psychotherapy Improves Mental Health?

Many of us suffer from serious mental illnesses or psychological disorders that must be treated to live a happy life. Different therapeutic techniques such as psychotherapy or talk therapy can enhance mental health. Here is how our psychiatrists perform psychotherapy in Dubai. This blog post discusses how psychotherapy works and how it can help mental health. Please continue reading to learn more or contact us to book an appointment with an expert. What is Psychotherapy? Psychotherapy refers to a therapeutic technique that helps people with a broad variety of emotional difficulties and mental illnesses. This method for healing mental problems is also known as ‘talk therapy’. Psychotherapy can be used to control and eliminate the troubling symptoms. Psychotherapy As a result, the mental health of the person improves and she or he lives a happy and successful life. There are different types of psychotherapy because this specialty is constantly evolving to deliver individualized results. Some notable types of talk therapy are enlisted below: Psychoanalysis Supportive therapy Psychodynamic therapy Interpersonal therapy (IPT) Dialectical behavior therapy Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) How does Psychotherapy Works? It is quite easy to understand the working mechanism of talk therapy. As its name suggests, it involves an in-depth discussion of a mental health professional with a patient. This method of healing mental disorders has become quite popular in recent years. The people who have taken psychotherapy sessions from a seasoned psychiatrist state that they have obtained plenty of benefits through it. A psychiatrist normally performs this mental treatment and it is tried to improve the behaviors and emotions that are linked with positive changes in the brain and body. A typical therapy session lasts for 30 to 50 minutes. For some people, short-term psychotherapy is enough but some people need long-term psychotherapy. If you are suffering from a mental disease such as depression and anxiety, you can consider it to reduce symptoms to live a better life. In order for the psychotherapy in Dubai to be effective for a person, that person needs to be honest with the therapist. It is important to mention that each and every part of the discussion session with the practitioner is important and the patient should say the truth about her or his life. Our psychiatrists will never disclose anything discussed during the treatment sessions. Being honest with the professional is the key to success in this technique.

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February 06, 2019
Euromed Clinic Center
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How dental sealants can help your child!

Dental fissure sealants are a popular product in dental surgeries nowadays. And, if your dentist has mentioned them or recommended them to you, you’re probably wanting to find out more about what they are and how they work. What are dental fissure sealants? Dental sealants prevent cavities from forming in pits and fissures of molar teeth, at the back of the mouth. This uneven surface is completely natural and is there to provide the extra biting force. However, problems occur when food becomes trapped, and can’t be removed even by thorough brushing. Then, the little nooks and crannies become breeding ground for bacteria – and for trouble! Tooth decay and gum disease can follow afterward. What dental sealant does is fill these holes so that food, bacteria, and decay can’t settle at all. The sealant can be used on baby and adult teeth, and when applied properly, it should last up to 10 years. How is it applied? Dental sealants take the form of a liquid resin which is simply painted onto teeth. Your pediatric dentist has to make sure the tooth surface is clean and dry and free from food particles or anything else that shouldn’t be there. They’ll first use a paste to clean the tooth, then rinse. An acidic solution will be applied briefly, to roughen the tooth surface and give the sealant a surface to adhere to. Once the sealant is applied, a special light might be used to help harden it quickly. All in all, it’s no more than a few minutes. And, don’t worry – it is painless! The end product is a hard, plastic covering for your back teeth that is pretty much invisible. You may need to wait a little while before eating, but for the most part children and adults can go straight back to their normal routine afterward. The process is available at dental surgeries like the Pediatric Dentistry Center in Dubai, and nowadays it’s often a standard part of kids’ dental care. Who can have sealants? Sealants aren’t suitable for everyone – just for those who are at more risk of tooth decay than normal. Firstly they’re ideal for children, for whom a thorough dental routine is often a battle. For children, the sealant is usually applied by the pediatric dentist on the first permanent molar teeth that come through, after they have fully emerged. As teeth will continue to come through for many years after that, the sealant can be used again on other teeth at later dental appointments. Sealants can also be beneficial for adults who have good dental hygiene but are still prone to cavities, or adults who have very deep tooth fissures that could easily become a problem. Do they need to be removed? No – the sealants will naturally wear away over time (they are BPA-free). They will, however, need to be checked by your dentist when you or your child go for your six-monthly check-up, just to be sure the sealants are doing their job and haven’t worn away prematurely or become chipped (in which case their protective abilities might become compromised). So, if you change the dentist, be sure to share your dental history each time. Do they work? Studies have shown that sealants, in conjunction with a good dental hygiene routine, can do a good job of helping keep tooth decay at bay in children. While there’s no substitute for brushing twice a day with fluoride toothpaste, sealants can help protect that hard-to-reach or neglected areas at the back until children are old enough to understand the benefits of brushing their teeth thoroughly by themselves. However – you still need to make sure that twice-daily brushing is taking place in the meantime!

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February 06, 2019
Drs. Nicolas & Asp
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