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Pseudogout: Calcium Pyrophosphate Deposition Disease
Overview Pseudogout, more accurately known as calcium pyrophosphate deposition disease (CPPD), is a crystal arthropathy characterized by the deposition of calcium pyrophosphate dihydrate crystals in articular cartilage and soft tissues, leading to joint inflammation. It most commonly affects elderly individuals, especially over the age of 60, with a slight female predominance. Clinically, it often mimics…
View topic ↗Substance Dependence (Addiction), Withdrawal and Overdose
Overview of addition medicine. This section is a brief introduction to substance abuse, followed by section that look at specific drugs of addiction. Substance Misuse: Consumption above designated low risk levels Substance Abuse: repetitive substance use resulting in social complications (financial, occupational and legal) Substance Tolerance: Defined by either of the following: a need for…
View topic ↗Multiple Sclerosis
"Each patient ought to feel somewhat the better after the physician's visit irrespective of the nature of the illness." -Warfield Theobald Longcope Overview Multiple sclerosis (MS) is defined as an inflammatory demyelinating disease characterised by the presence of episodic neurological dysfunction in at least 2 areas of the CNS (brain, spinal cord, and optic nerves)…
View topic ↗Testicular Torsion
Overview Testicular torsion is a urological emergency caused by twisting of the spermatic cord, leading to acute interruption of blood flow to the testis and rapid ischemia. It most commonly occurs in adolescents (peak 12–18 years) but can occur at any age, including neonates. The incidence is approximately 1 in 4,000 males under 25 years. Early…
View topic ↗Dementia
Overview Dementia is a disorder that is characterized by impairment of cognition, typically involving memory and at least one other cognitive deficit, such as aphasia, apraxia, agnosia, or disturbance in executive functioning. These must represent a decline from previous level of function and be severe enough to interfere with daily function and independence. Decrease in intellectual…
View topic ↗Paediatric Bacterial Cutaneous Infection
Overview Meningitis 5 year old presents with non-blanching rash, fever, headache, photophobia and neck stiffness. Aetiology Up to three months of age Group B streptococcus E-coli Listeria Three to 12 years of age Streptococcus pneumonia N. meningitidis Clinical presentation Fever Lethargy Irritability Anorexia Nausea/vomiting Photophobia Neck and back pain/rigidity Kernig sign Brudzinski sign Investigations FBC…
View topic ↗Non-Febrile Seizures (Epilepsy)
This section will mainly focus on Paediatric Epilepsy (NOT FEBRILE SEIZURES) Children and Adults can have seizures because of metabolic disturbances, trauma or being in a febrile state. This does mean they have epilepsy. Epilepsy is a condition characterised by the tendency for recurrent seizures. Presents when at least 2 unprovoked seizures occur >24 hours apart. Overview…
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Pericarditis – Overview (signs and symptoms, pathophysiology, diagnosis, treatment)
This video provides a comprehensive overview of pericarditis, covering its signs and symptoms, underlying pathophysiology, and diagnostic approach. Learn how this inflammatory heart condition is identified and effectively managed through targeted treatment strategies.
Inflammatory Bowel Disease – Pathophysiology and Complications
Understand the pathophysiology of Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD), focusing on the immune mechanisms driving Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis. This video also highlights the major complications of IBD, including fistulas, strictures, and colorectal cancer risk.
Spinal Cord Compression – medical emergency, causes, symptoms, diagnosis, treatment
Spinal cord compression is a medical emergency that can lead to permanent neurological damage if not promptly treated. This video covers the causes, key symptoms like motor and sensory deficits, diagnostic approach, and urgent treatment strategies to preserve spinal function.
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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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Lambert-Eaton Myasthenic Syndrome
Overview Lambert–Eaton myasthenic syndrome (LEMS) is a rare autoimmune disorder of the presynaptic neuromuscular junction. It causes impaired acetylcholine release, producing the characteristic triad of proximal muscle weakness, reduced reflexes and autonomic dysfunction. LEMS may occur as a paraneoplastic syndrome—most commonly associated with small-cell lung cancer (SCLC)—or as a non-tumour-associated autoimmune disorder. Neuromuscular junction: connection…
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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.