Between 2014 and 2018, it was recorded that an average of 14 people were diagnosed with cancer daily. Of all the different types of cancers diagnosed in Singapore, breast cancer is the most common amongst women and colo-rectum cancer is widespread amongst men. With an estimated 1,119 cases, pancreatic cancer is listed as one of the top ten cancers that affect men….
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Between 2014 and 2018, it was recorded that an average of 14 people were diagnosed with cancer daily. Of all the different types of cancers diagnosed in Singapore, breast cancer is the most common amongst women and colo-rectum cancer is widespread amongst men. With an estimated 1,119 cases, pancreatic cancer is listed as one of the top ten cancers that affect men….
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Pancreatic cancer is a disease that begins in the pancreas — an organ in the abdomen responsible for producing digestive enzymes and hormones such as insulin to regulate blood sugar levels. Both non-cancerous (benign) and cancerous (malignant) tumours may form in the tissues of the pancreas, which may spread to other organs if left untreated. Pancreatic cancer causes remain largely unknown. However,…
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Pancreatic cancer is a disease that begins in the pancreas — an organ in the abdomen responsible for producing digestive enzymes and hormones such as insulin to regulate blood sugar levels. Both non-cancerous (benign) and cancerous (malignant) tumours may form in the tissues of the pancreas, which may spread to other organs if left untreated. Pancreatic cancer causes remain largely unknown. However,…
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Hernia operations are one of the most common procedures performed in this day and age. In the United States alone, an estimated one million hernia repairs are done annually. Found in varying types and severity, it can occur in anyone, including newborns and adults. Although specific types of hernias can disappear on their own when present in infants, their formation in those…
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Hernia operations are one of the most common procedures performed in this day and age. In the United States alone, an estimated one million hernia repairs are done annually. Found in varying types and severity, it can occur in anyone, including newborns and adults. Although specific types of hernias can disappear on their own when present in infants, their formation in those…
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9th November 2020 – “After giving birth, I have a lump and a bulge in my tummy!” This is a common complain after giving birth. This is especially so in mothers with big babies. They noticed a bulge in the abdomen when they are standing up or a protrusion through the belly button. This is often associated with some discomfort or…
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9th November 2020 – “After giving birth, I have a lump and a bulge in my tummy!” This is a common complain after giving birth. This is especially so in mothers with big babies. They noticed a bulge in the abdomen when they are standing up or a protrusion through the belly button. This is often associated with some discomfort or…
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Gallstones are found in 20% of the population. This is a very common condition in the world. Some people would experience abdominal pain (biliary colic) from gallstones. This pain is usually located above the umbilicus (belly button) or just below the right rib cage. Perforated Gangrenous Cholecystitis For patients who have pain from gallstones, I would recommend that they have the gallbladder…
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Gallstones are found in 20% of the population. This is a very common condition in the world. Some people would experience abdominal pain (biliary colic) from gallstones. This pain is usually located above the umbilicus (belly button) or just below the right rib cage. Perforated Gangrenous Cholecystitis For patients who have pain from gallstones, I would recommend that they have the gallbladder…
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