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Delivery (Labour) and Delivery Complications
Normal Labour Labour: Cervical change accompanied by regular uterine contractions Abnormal Labour (Dystocia or arrest): Any deviation from the definition of normal labour "Show": As a result of the dilatation of the cervix, the operculum, which formed the cervical plug during pregnancy is lost. The women may see a blood stained mucoid discharge hours before,…
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Chronic Lower Limb Ischaemia: Intermittent Claudication
Overview Chronic lower limb ischemia can be classified using the Fontaine classification: I – asymptomatic II – intermittent claudication III – rest pain IV – ulcers/gangrene Grades III and IV are classified as Critical Limb Ischemia. Intermittent claudication is a type of chronic lower limb ischemia that presents with muscle pain on exercise and is…
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COPD
Overview The diagnosis of COPD is usually limited to individuals who have chronic airflow obstruction associated with tobacco smoke or some other noxious inhalant, and it is usually not difficult to distinguish it from other causes of chronic airflow obstruction. The most commonly associated clinical disorders associated with COPD are emphysema and chronic bronchitis. Chronic…
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Paget's Disease of the Breast
Overview Paget's disease of the breast is a rare cutaneous manifestation of an underlying breast malignancy, accounting for approximately 1% to 4% of all breast cancers. It is characterized by the intraepithelial infiltration of adenocarcinoma cells (known as Paget cells) into the epidermis of the nipple-areolar complex. Over 85% to 95% of patients with Paget's…
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Psoriatic Arthritis
Overview Psoriatic arthritis (PsA) is a chronic, immune-mediated inflammatory arthritis associated with psoriasis, affecting up to 30% of patients with skin psoriasis. It commonly presents in adults aged 30–50 years, with equal gender distribution. The disease is highly variable, involving peripheral joints, axial skeleton, entheses, and skin/nails. Delay in diagnosis is common and can result…
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Breast Cancer
"A 35 Year old women presents with a 1cm hard lump in the upper quadrant of her right breast. She first noticed this when she was in the shower three months ago. She is worried that the lump might be malignant" Overview Breast cancer is the most common cancer in women worldwide. It accounts for…
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Anorectal Disease
Overview Anorectal conditions are a common presentation in the primary care setting. A history and physical examination usually will determine the etiology. Physical examination includes visual inspection, digital rectal examination, and anoscopy Anal Fissure More info on Anal fissures Anal Abscess More info on Anal Abscess Haemorrhoids More info on Haemorrhoids Other anorectal disease…
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Hyponatraemia (Hyponatremia) – classification, causes, pathophysiology, treatment
Learn about hyponatraemia, a common electrolyte imbalance characterized by low sodium levels in the blood. This video explains its classification, underlying causes, pathophysiology, and treatment strategies based on severity and symptom presentation.
Endocrinology – Renal Hormones
Explore the key renal hormones—renin, erythropoietin, and calcitriol—and their roles in blood pressure regulation, red blood cell production, and calcium balance. This video offers a clear overview of how the kidneys function as vital endocrine organs.
NSAIDs mechanism – COX, prostaglandins & pain pathway
Explore the pharmacology of Nonsteroidal Anti-Inflammatory Drugs (NSAIDs), including their mechanisms of action, therapeutic uses, and common side effects. This video highlights how NSAIDs reduce inflammation, pain, and fever while addressing potential risks and contraindications.
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Medical science is complex. Understanding it should feel possible.
Armando Hasudungan turns difficult medical science into clear visual explanations and connected learning experiences—so learners can see the whole picture, remember what matters and find a clearer way forward.
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When the topic stops being a blur.
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Student, Neelain University
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Cardiac Sarcoidosis
Overview Cardiac sarcoidosis is an inflammatory heart disease caused by myocardial infiltration with non-necrotising granulomas. Inflammation may subsequently resolve, recur, or progress to permanent fibrosis. The disease is often patchy and may affect the conduction system, ventricular myocardium, papillary muscles, valves, pericardium, or coronary microcirculation. 1 Cardiac involvement may occur as part of multisystem sarcoidosis…
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Good education does not remove complexity. It makes complexity feel simple.
Visualising Medicine is the team behind Armando Hasudungan. We bring together medicine, illustration, writing and technology to make difficult ideas clearer—and build better ways for learners to use them.