❤️ About Cardiologists A cardiologist is a medical doctor who specializes in diagnosing, treating, and preventing diseases of the heart and blood vessels (the cardiovascular system). They are experts in managing conditions such as heart attacks, hypertension, arrhythmias, and heart failure. 🩺 What Does a Cardiologist Do? Cardiologists: 👨⚕️👩⚕️ Types of Cardiologists Type Focus Area […]
Gonorrhea is a sexually transmitted infection (STI) caused by the bacterium Neisseria gonorrhoeae. It can infect both men and women and commonly affects the genitals, rectum, and throat. It’s especially common among people aged 15–24 years. 🔍 How is Gonorrhea Transmitted? ⚠️ Symptoms of Gonorrhea In Men: In Women: In Both Sexes (If Rectal Infection):
🦠 What is HIV/AIDS? HIV (Human Immunodeficiency Virus) is a virus that attacks the body’s immune system, specifically the CD4 (T) cells, which help fight infections. If untreated, HIV reduces the number of these cells, making the body more vulnerable to infections and certain cancers. AIDS (Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome) is the most advanced stage
Internal medicine is a medical specialty focused on the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of adult diseases, especially those involving internal organs. Physicians in this field are called internists. 🩺 What Does an Internist Do? 🔍 Scope of Internal Medicine 👨⚕️ Subspecialties of Internal Medicine Many internists pursue additional training (fellowships) in areas such as:
An infectious disease (ID) physician is a medical doctor who specializes in the diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of infections caused by bacteria, viruses, fungi, and parasites. They are the specialists called upon when infections are complex, unusual, resistant to treatment, or involve multiple systems. 🦠 What Does an Infectious Disease Physician Treat? Common conditions: Post-surgical
A hematologist is a medical doctor who specializes in the diagnosis, treatment, and management of blood disorders. These include conditions affecting the blood, bone marrow, and lymphatic system. 🩸 What Does a Hematologist Treat? Non-cancerous (benign) blood disorders: Blood cancers (malignant hematology): 🔍 What Does a Hematologist Do? 🧪 Tools and Tests Used
Geriatrics is the branch of medicine focused on the health care of older adults, typically those aged 65 and older. It aims to promote health, prevent and treat disease, and maintain functional independence in aging individuals. 👨⚕️ What Is a Geriatrician? A geriatrician is a medical doctor who specializes in caring for older adults, particularly
General surgery is a medical specialty that focuses on surgical procedures involving a wide range of organs and body systems, primarily in the abdomen and digestive tract, but also including other areas such as the breast, skin, and soft tissues. 🔍 What Does a General Surgeon Do? A general surgeon is trained to: 🧠 Areas
Forensic pathology is a specialized branch of pathology that focuses on determining the cause and manner of death by examining deceased individuals, particularly in cases of sudden, unexplained, or suspicious deaths. 🧬 What Is a Forensic Pathologist? A forensic pathologist is a medical doctor who performs autopsies and works closely with legal authorities (e.g., law
Colon and rectal surgery, also known as colorectal surgery, is a surgical specialty that focuses on the diagnosis and treatment of diseases affecting the colon, rectum, and anus. These surgeons are experts in both benign and malignant (cancerous) conditions. 🔍 What Do Colon and Rectal Surgeons Treat? They manage a wide range of conditions, including:
