Author: Wisdom Bassey

On transverse (axial) slices from MRI and CT scans, the midline shift is a phenomenon that is documented. As a result of pushing or pulling forces on either side of the intracranial compartment, midline shift is the term used to describe a situation in which the midline of the intracranial anatomy is no longer in the midline. Midline shift was formerly measured on a frontal radiograph of the skull by the displacement of the calcified pineal gland. This was before the development of cross-sectional imaging. The perpendicular distance between a midline structure, typically the septum pellucidum, and a line designated…

Recipes for egusi soup and pounded yam are both staples of Nigerian cooking that come from the Kano area. The meal combines diced yams with eggplant that has been mashed into a paste and then shaped into a solid block that is about one to two inches in size. The dish is sometimes topped with ground peanuts. The yam is crushed, which gives it a rich black colour and a nutty, earthy, nutty taste. A classic Nigerian dish called egusi soup is created with chicken and fish. It may be consumed before or with “Jombo” bread. Typically, the soup is…

Everyone now talks about exercise, but no one has really emphasised the importance of exercise for mental health. According to research, on average, 150 minutes of moderate exercise per week may enhance mental wellness, reduce pain, increase energy and socialization, and even lessen the signs of depression. Here, we’ll go through six exercises you may start now to improve your mental health. But which workouts are most beneficial for mental health? It’s crucial to remember that the activity you like is the one that is greatest for your wellness. Making exercise a habit you can maintain over time requires finding…

The tropical fruit known as the pineapple (Ananas comosus) is juicy and sweet. It is brimming with necessary vitamins, minerals, [mfn]antioxidants[/mfn], and other beneficial substances that may ward against sickness and inflammation. Even though pineapple and its constituents have been connected to a number of health advantages, you may be curious about the advantages this delicious fruit has for ladies. It contains pineapple, a fruit cultivated in Thailand, Indonesia, Malaysia, Kenya, India, China, and the Philippines. Pineapples are a native of South America. The fruit and its juices are used in many cultures as a traditional folk treatment to cure…

Staphylococcus is a genus of bacteria that causes staphylococcal infections, sometimes known as staph infections. There are more than 30 different Staphylococcus bacterial strains. Staphylococcus aureus is the most prevalent human pathogen. An organism that causes illness is called a pathogen. Antibiotics are prescribed by medical professionals to treat staphylococcal infections. A staph infection may, in extreme situations, result in fatal health problems and other major issues. Read Also: Query: Can Yoni Pearls Cure Staphylococcus? What areas of your body are staph infections affecting? Distinct regions of your body are affected negatively by various staph bacterium kinds. Infection with Staphylococcus may…

Any bearded dragon owner will tell you that it’s not as easy to properly care for them as it is with a dog or cat. It’s understandable why so many new pet owners find themselves stressed out with a sick or unhappy new pet—they have highly precise lighting and temperature requirements, strange behaviour, and rigorous nutritional demands! Fortunately, I made the decision to create a thorough Bearded Dragon Care Guide for Beginners, which ought to help alleviate at least part of the stress associated with caring for your new little friend. Check out our reptizoo, bearded dragon tank. So, if…

The Haldane Effect: Oxygen Binding to Hemoglobin Causes CO2 to Be Released, Increasing CO2 Transport The Bohr effect, which is a significant role in [mfn]enhancing O2 transport,[/mfn] is caused by a rise in CO2 in the blood, as was mentioned earlier in the chapter. This displacement of O2 from haemoglobin increases O2 transport. The opposite is also true; O2 binding to haemoglobin has the tendency to remove CO2 from the blood. The Bohr effect promotes O2 transport, but this effect known as the Haldane effect promotes CO2 transport quantitatively much more. The Haldane effect is caused by the fact that…

You’ve undoubtedly experienced the typical signs of a broken finger if you’ve ever caught your finger in a door or whacked it with a hammer. Any damage to or injury to a finger may result in: severe finger pain, especially aching and throbbing pain inflammation (pain, redness, and swelling) difficulty using the fingertip loss of sensation in the fingertip bruising and colour change of the skin and fingernail stiffness in your finger Immediate relief Treating inflammation is the greatest approach to getting quick relief from a broken finger. The main cause of pain, swelling, and redness is[mfn]inflammation[/mfn]. Typical advice for…

Lumbar puncture positioning: An LP may be done with the patient sitting up straight, lying sideways, or in a prone position. Because they enable more precise measurement of the opening pressure, the lateral recumbent or prone postures are preferable over the upright position. [mfn]Cerebrospinal fluid[/mfn] (CSF) examination following lumbar puncture (LP) is a crucial diagnostic tool for a number of infectious and noninfectious neurologic conditions. Here, the methods uses, warnings, and issues related to LP in adults will be discussed. Separate discussions are made regarding the technique of LP in children and for spinal and other types of neuraxial anaesthesia.…

The names of the nerves in the skull may be remembered by using the following mnemonics: A German and a Finn were looking at some hops on the lofty summit of ancient Olympus. Oh, oh, oh, to touch and experience luxurious velvet. Any pair of nerves in the peripheral nervous system that directly links the muscles and sensory organs of the head and thorax to the brain are referred to as cranial nerves in vertebrates. There are 12 pairs of cranial nerves in higher vertebrates, including reptiles, birds, and mammals: olfactory (CN I), optic (CN II), oculomotor (CN III), trochlear…