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Diabetes Affects Over 12% of South African Adults

The Tshwane Insulin Project has been underway at the University of Pretoria since 2019, with researchers contributing to the effort. The project will involve the delivery of workshops and seminars on the thorough management of diabetes and high blood pressure in primary care. Additionally, the researchers offer clinical guidance and support to healthcare professionals to enhance diabetes care. The Conversation Africa had a discussion with project manager Dr. Patrick Ngassa Piotie about diabetes and how it is so difficult to control. What Exactly is This Diabetes? Diabetes mellitus, more commonly referred to simply as diabetes, is a group of diseases that affect how the body uses blood glucose (sugar). Diabetes is characterized by either the inability of the pancreas to […]

First Aid For Child That Has Ingested A Poisonous Plant

Facts About Poisonous Plants Most plants, shrubs and trees are harmless. However, a few may cause discomfort if you ingest them. They may cause stomach upset and vomiting or irritation if they come on the skin or in the eyes The amount is crucial. Rinse leftovers away from skin or eyes. Give something to drink when consumed, it dilutes the poison You should know which plants grow in your close environment (garden) Most plants, bushes and trees we surround ourselves with both inside and outside are fortunately harmless but unfortunately not all. However, it is rarely a problem for older people. But if you have small children, it is important that you know which plants are poisonous and what to […]

Contraception

Facts About Birth Control There are many different methods of contraception These differ from each other in terms of safety, ease of use, protection against disease and side effects A brief introduction to both non-hormonal and hormonal contraceptives Generally Image of different types of contraception There are several different methods of contraception. These differ from each other in terms of safety, ease of use, protection against disease and side effects. The following is a brief introduction: Non-hormonal contraceptives “Nature Methods” Natural methods include interrupted intercourse and the use of so-called “Safe period” These methods do not protect against STD s and the efficiency is low. They are therefore best suited for knowledgeable few who can accept an unexpected pregnancy, and […]

Repeated Miscarriages

Facts About Repeated Miscarriages Recurrent miscarriage is a condition where a woman at least three times in a row lose pregnancy before the end of the 22nd week of pregnancy Age, obesity, smoking, alcohol, malformations of the uterus and autoimmune diseases are some of the factors that increase risk The studies consist of conversation, ultrasound and blood tests of the woman and chromosome study of the couple Only in about half manages to find a cause There is rarely a treatment that works The prognosis is usually good, but depends on the cause of the pregnancy loss What is recurrent spontaneous pregnancy loss? Miscarriage means that pregnancy is lost before the end of the 22nd week of pregnancy. When three or more […]

Medical Abortion and Abortion Pills

Facts About Medical Abortions Act on abortion gives women over 18 years of residence the right to decide whether to interrupt the pregnancy before the end of the 12th week In 2013 62% of abortions medical and surgical 38% The woman has the right to information about support if she conducts pregnancy, and she has the right to support conversations before and after surgery What is medical abortion? Terminating a pregnancy, abortion can be done medically or surgically. In the medical abortion used is a composition (mifepristone), which stops pregnancy development and contribute to the uterus expels the fertilized egg. In combination with a second composition (misoprostol), which enables the contraction of the uterus, this is now the standard method of […]

Abortions

Facts About Abortion Act on abortion gives women over 18 years of residence in South Africa the right to decide whether to interrupt the pregnancy before the end of the 12th week In 2013 62% of abortions medical and surgical 38% The woman has the right to information about support if she conducts pregnancy and the right to support conversations before and after surgery For women who live permanently in South Africa, is surgery free. Unmarried women under 18 must have the consent of the parents or guardian, it can seek consultation for exemption from this. A form to request for abortion completed by their doctor or a specialist in gynecology and surgery are performed in the hospital or by a […]

Female Fertility and Falling Pregnant

Facts About Falling Pregnant If you have regular menstrual periods, you also have regular ovulation You can check whether you are ovulating with: temperature measurements ovulation test some may see it in their mucus If you want to get pregnant, you must: stop contraception sure to be of normal weight exercise eat regularly and healthily not smoking, drinking alcohol or using drugs check if necessary. medication with your doctor Remember to take folic acid when trying to get pregnant Many have expectations to become pregnant as soon as they decided it. So simple is not always – even if it is for some. Only 25% of young, healthy couples get pregnant the first month they try. For 60% succeed in the […]

Pelvic Floor Training

Facts About Pelvic Floor Training The purpose of pelvic floor exercises to strengthen the muscles in the abdomen to prevent urine leakage and subsequent descent of the uterus You can train your pelvic muscles in standing, sitting and lying position You will find the right muscles by trying to stop the beam when urinating Once you’ve found the right muscles, you train by pinching so hard together you can, but without using other muscle groups. You should gradually increase the number of repetitions and low ranges of 8-12 pinch every time you exercise Pelvic floor exercises should be done three times a day – each with 8-12 repetitions About the training program The purpose of pelvic floor exercises to strengthen […]

Molar Pregnancy

Facts About Molar Pregnancy molar pregnancy caused by an abnormal fertilization, and results in that the whole or parts of pregnancy is converted to blistering / grape-like structure Occurs rarely – about 80 in South Africa a year Most are treated with curettage Good long-term prognosis even in cases where there is conversion to cancer What is molar pregnancy? Cells, which are formed in utero by pregnancy trophoblast cells is called. The cells normally divide, grow and develop into the placenta and fetus. By molar pregnancy grow these trophoblast cells uncontrollably. molar pregnancy is due to an error in the genes that occur in connection with fertilization. molar pregnancy grows inside the uterus, but it grows usually not into the […]

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