Medical is one of many field in this world you can choose for your future. Medical profession is one profession which people will always needed. It is because people get sick all the time. Like bad and good, health and sick comes together.

In the future, medical is not just heath and sick. People will try to be better by doing preventive things from getting sick. Then the medical profession roles will be changed.

There are various of medical professions you can choose; general practitioner, specialist consultant, medical professor, laboratory people, nurse, midwives, etc. Any profession is good, just make sure you work from the heart. Sometimes things will be unfair, you will have to sacrifice your own ego for the good of other people.

Here is the list of medical profession :

* Alternative Medicine
* Anesthesiologist Assistant
* Cardiovascular Technician
* Certified Nursing Assistant
* Dental Assistant
* Dental Hygienist
* Diagnostic Medical Sonographer
* Dietitian
* EKG Technician
* Emergency Medical Technician
* Laboratory Technician
* Licensed Vocational Nurse

* Massage Therapy
* Medical Administration
* Medical Assistant
* Medical Informatics
* Medical Office Assistant
* Mental Health Counseling
* Nuclear Medicine Technologist
* Nurse Practitioner
* Nursing
* Occupational Therapist
* Occupational Therapy Aide
* Ophthalmic Technician

* Paramedic
* Pharmacy Technician
* Phlebotomist
* Physical Therapist
* Physician Assistant
* Radiology Technician
* Registered Nurse
* Respiratory Therapist
* Sports Medicine
* Surgical Technologist
* Ultrasound Technician
* Veterinary Technician

That title is a real crap. Don’t bother googling for some thing like ; obesity advantages, obesity benefits, etc. I always said to people that maybe big is beautiful, but not healthy. I hate for big people with big ego. Upsss… Maybe that is a wrong sentence in this post.

The facts about children and obesity are some of the most shocking. The obesity rate for children and teens is rising rapidly due to kids spending more time watching TV and eating a wide variety of fattening snack that have no nutritional value. The medical community is seeing formerly adult-only problems occurring with greater frequency in our juvenile population. These serious health problems can be life-threatening, physically uncomfortable or painful, and of course, downright depressing. A child that is overweight will likely be overweight as an adult.

Overweight and obesity lead to adverse metabolic effects on blood pressure, cholesterol, triglycerides and insulin resistance. Some confusion of the consequences of obesity arise because researchers have used different BMI cut-offs, and because the presence of many medical conditions involved in the development of obesity may confuse the effects of obesity itself.

The non-fatal, but debilitating health problems associated with obesity include respiratory difficulties, chronic musculoskeletal problems, skin problems and infertility. The more life-threatening problems fall into four main areas: CVD problems; conditions associated with insulin resistance such as type 2 diabetes; certain types of cancers, especially the hormonally related and large-bowel cancers; and gallbladder disease. Rising obesity-related health care costs diminish people’s quality of life and their pocketbooks.

The only treatment is to loose your weight before it is too late! Hurry up! All you need is a healthy diet, a good work out, and a proper motivation!

Nowadays we can see more and more people smoking at the street. Although the government had issued warning for people to not to smoke at the public street, the smokers seem don’t care for it. Anyway, it is their loss.

We all know that smoking is bad for your health. Smoking can makes your life miserable. Smoking also can make increase the risk for you to get depression.

Depression is associated with an increased frequency of smoking. Addicted smokers are characterized by preoccupation with smoking, abnormal attachment to cigarettes and anticipation of brain reward from the drugs in cigarette smoke. Attempts to quit smoking often lead to a decreased level of pleasure and undesirable mood swings. Thus, once the brain has adapted to the daily dose of the drug, it seems abnormal to the brain if the user attempts to abstain.

Smoking causes depression because of the withdrawal from a physically and psychologically addictive substance, called nicotine.

Nicotine which acts as a receptor for the neurotransmitter, acetylcholine, indirectly stimulates the release of another neurotransmitter, dopamine, in the brain’s reward or motivation center. Eventually the brain becomes so much adapted to the presence of the drug that it no longer functions normally without it. After 20-30 minutes of smoking the last cigarette, nicotine withdrawal begins. This leads to anxiety, which is very closely related to depression.

Smoking as well as quitting smoking, both cause depression. Depression occurs when the smoker tries to abstain himself from smoking.

These days more and more people seem to prefer Medicare supplements insurance. But what exactly are these Medicare supplements? Why are they so important? Why would you need this when you actually have a Medicare policy granted to you by the government? To get an insight on Medicare supplements you need to understand first and foremost about the Medicare provided to you by the government. You need to know what the Medicare Insurance reviews say about them.

Medicare is an insurance system providing coverage to all those who are considered to be in need for health treatments, namely those who are above the age of 65, those who are receiving dialysis and those who have been declared disabled. The plan covers hospital bills as well as prescription drugs bills. However Medicare Spplements Insurance often state that there were a number of gaps in the Medicare Insurance plans. Since the plan was drafted a couple of years ago it is not quite updated. Besides there are a lots of other bills which Medicare does not yet cover. This is the reason we have Medicare supplements insurance.

Now Medicare insurance reviews point at certain gaps in the Medicare. What Medicare supplement insurance typically does is to fill up these gaps. These are the additional policies offered by the private companies on top of the base Medicare plans. These policies, because of their gap-filling nature, are also known as Medigap. Those going for this plan must have a Medicare policy (Part A or B). Although these insurance policies follow a standard set by the government, they are independently sold by private companies. So if you want complete medical coverage, go for Medicare along with Medicare supplements.

Recently, I have almost getting this kind of patient. I am still unsure if it’s anaphylactic reaction or not. Luckily I don’t have to use the epinephrine for him.

Anaphylaxis is a severe, whole-body allergic reaction to a chemical that has become an allergen. After being exposed to a substance such as bee sting venom, the person’s immune system becomes sensitized to it. On a later exposure to that allergen, an allergic reaction may occur. This reaction happens quickly after the exposure, is severe, and involves the whole body.

Anaphylaxis requires emergency treatment because the symptoms of respiratory obstruction and shock develop so quickly. An injection of adrenaline must be given to raise blood pressure, relieve breathing difficulties and reduce swelling.

You may be given medications including:

* Epinephrine (adrenaline) to reduce your body’s allergic response
* Oxygen, to help compensate for restricted breathing
* Intravenous (IV) antihistamines and cortisone to reduce inflammation of your air passages and improve breathing
* A beta agonist (such as albuterol) to relieve breathing symptoms
* Steroid medications to treat or prevent prolonged anaphylaxis symptoms

Triple airway maneuver is a technique you have to master if you are a medical person or a paramedic. It is a procedure used to clear the air passages of patients with upper airway obstruction, where the mandible is moved forward and rescue breathing is performed through the mouth and the nose. The technique consists of head-tilt/chin-lift and the jaw-thrust maneuvers.

Traction is a common word for orthopedics, but for ordinary people it is still a rare word to hear. Traction is a technique in orthopedics. Traction refers to the set of mechanisms for straightening broken bones or relieving pressure on the spine and skeletal system. There are two types of traction: skin traction and skeletal traction.

Skin traction is generally less desirable due to the fact that skin can be injured when pressure is applied for extend periods of time. Skin traction called Buck’s traction is commonly used in patients who have a hip fracture.

Skeletal traction does have the disadvantage of complications associated with pin insertion, and infections can come from the sites of pin insertion.

It is largely replaced now by more modern techniques, but certain approaches are still used today:
* Bryant’s traction
* Buck’s traction – hip fractures
* Dunlop’s traction – humeral fractures in children
* Russell’s traction
* Milwaukee brace

Truthfully, skin diseases are the most disgusting things in medical field. The fact is there are so many skin diseases in our society. Some of them is related to the allergic reactions.

An allergic reaction is the body’s way of responding to an “invader.” When the body senses a foreign substance, called an antigen, the immune system is triggered. The immune system normally protects the body from harmful agents such as bacteria and toxins. Its overreaction to a harmless substance (an allergen) is called a hypersensitivity reaction, or an allergic, reaction.

Common symptoms of a mild allergic reaction include:

* Hives (especially over the neck and face)
* Itching
* Nasal congestion
* Rashes
* Watery, red eyes

Symptoms of a moderate or severe reaction include:

* Cramps or pain in the abdomen
* Chest discomfort or tightness
* Diarrhea
* Difficulty breathing
* Difficulty swallowing
* Dizziness or light-headedness
* Fear or feeling of apprehension or anxiety
* Flushing or redness of the face
* Nausea and vomiting
* Palpitations
* Swelling of the face, eyes, or tongue
* Weakness
* Wheezing
* Unconsciousness

Treatment of an allergic reaction begins with prevention. This includes diagnosing the specific allergen or allergens and avoiding exposure to them. For example, for a person who has been diagnosed with dust allergies, it may be recommended that they “allergy proof” their house by regularly having heating vents cleaned and eliminating carpeting and draperies, which can trap and hold dust.

Mild to moderate respiratory and skin symptoms of an allergic reaction can be treated with a variety of over-the-counter or prescription medications available in pill, liquid, and nasal spray forms. These include corticosteroids, antihistamines, decongestants, leukotriene modifiers, and cromolyn sodium.

Allergic reaction injections are may be prescribed for people who do not respond readily to less invasive medications. For anaphylactic reactions, injectable epinephrine is generally used. Allergic asthma may be treated with bronchodialators inhaled in a mist form.

I forgot about this term, actually. Fool on me. There was a patient who I can’t decide what diagnose she had. I can’t decide whether it is a hematoma or simply just local oedem. So, let’s get start for hematoma.

Hematoma is a collection of blood outside of a blood vessel. It occurs because the wall of a blood vessel wall, artery, vein or capillary, has been damaged and blood has leaked into tissues where it does not belong. The hematoma may be tiny, with just a dot of blood or it can be large and cause significant swelling.

Blood that escapes from the blood stream is very irritating and may cause symptoms of inflammation including pain, swelling and redness. Symptoms of a hematoma depend upon their location, their size and whether they cause associated swelling or edema.

For contusions (bruises), treatment consists of initially applying ice or cold packs a few times a day, to produce vasoconstriction (a reduction in arterial blood flow) which helps to decrease hemorrhage (bleeding) and edema (swelling).

In general, the quicker you apply ice after the injury, the less bleeding will result.

If possible, elevate the bruised limb. Blood will leave the area of the wound and there may be less swelling. Resting the limb will also help to prevent further injury.

If the area is still painful after about 48 hours, apply gentle heat with warm towels, a hot water bottle, or a heating pad. The heat is applied for 20 minutes at a time to promote absorption and repair. Since heat causes swelling and increases tissue fluid, which may impair function, hot compresses may be followed by cold applications to minimize the secondary effects of heat.

Pressure in the form of an elastic adhesive bandage may be helpful to reduce hemorrhage and swelling. If infection should develop in the wound, the signs and symptoms might be increasingly severe pain, a fever of 101 degrees or more, swelling with surrounding redness, and pus. If any of these signs appear, your physician should be notified to make sure there are no additional problems.

Pancreatitis is a common disease we can found at the nearest medical clinic. It is the sudden inflammation of pancreas. There is no specific treatment for it, though.

The most common symptom of acute pancreatitis is pain. Almost everybody with acute pancreatitis experiences pain.

# The pain may come on suddenly or build up gradually. If the pain begins suddenly, it is typically very severe. If the pain builds up gradually, it starts out mild but may become severe.

# The pain is usually centered in the upper middle or upper left part of the belly (abdomen). The pain may feel as if it radiates through to the back.

# The pain often begins or worsens after eating.

# The pain typically lasts a few days.

# The pain may feel worse when a person lies flat on his or her back.

While asking about a person’s medical history and conducting a thorough physical examination, the doctor will order a blood test to assist in the diagnosis. During acute pancreatitis, the blood contains at least three times the normal amount of amylase and lipase, digestive enzymes formed in the pancreas. Changes may also occur in other body chemicals such as glucose, calcium, magnesium, sodium, potassium, and bicarbonate. After the person’s condition improves, the levels usually return to normal.

Treatment for acute pancreatitis requires a few days’ stay in the hospital for intravenous (IV) fluids, antibiotics, and medication to relieve pain. The person cannot eat or drink so the pancreas can rest. If vomiting occurs, a tube may be placed through the nose and into the stomach to remove fluid and air.

Unless complications arise, acute pancreatitis usually resolves in a few days. In severe cases, the person may require nasogastric feeding—a special liquid given in a long, thin tube inserted through the nose and throat and into the stomach—for several weeks while the pancreas heals.