Health services providers should sensitize community members on symptoms of gynaecological cancer and advise them to seek help from health facilities. Women should also be encouraged to have routine annual gynaecological check ups by qualified health personnel. Health services providers should use simple cancer screening technologies such as visual inspection with acetic acid (VIA), visual […]
Month: July 2023
Understanding Tracheostomy: A Comprehensive Guide to the Procedure and its Benefits
This is an artificial opening into the trachea through the neck in order to bypass an obstruction of the airway and/or to provide access to the lower airway to facilitate ventilatory support. This procedure should only be performed at level 4 and above. Indications for this procedure include: Emergency tracheostomy: Foreign bodies (in the upper […]
The Silent but Serious Threat: Exploring the Dangers of Septic Arthritis and Osteomyelitis
Infections of the bones and joints are often seen in children. They commonly follow septicaemia although occasionally may result from a penetrating injury. In children with sickle cell disease, more than one bone may be affected. Clinical Features The affected child looks sick and may be toxic. There is fever and limitations of movement of […]
Understanding the Importance of Proper Antibiotic Usage: A Guide to Effective Treatment for Bacterial Infections
Bacterial infections are a leading cause of morbidity and mortality. Accurate diagnosis and appropriate, cost-effective treatment are essential. Incorrect and overuse of antibiotics facilitates the development and growth of drug resistant bacteria, which are in turn difficult to treat. Specific treatments for the various infections are discussed under their respective heading. Generally, the following should […]
Treatment and Recovery: Overcoming Substance Abuse Related Disorders
These are syndromes arising out of repeated maladaptive use of substance. A substance is defined as any chemical with brain altering properties. Substance abuse disorders are characterized by significant impairment in psychological, social, and occupational functioning as observed over a 12-month period. Commonly abused substances in Kenya include, cannabis sativa, khat(miraa), opioids (heroin), cocaine including […]
Understanding the Unspoken Pain: Shedding Light on Suicide Attempts
Suicide is an unsuccessful attempt to end one’s own life. It is more common in adolescents following severe social problems or stress. A suicide attempt is used as a desperate attempt at conflict resolution, But it may also be due to depression, schizophrenia, or influence of alcohol/drugs. Management Refer to higher level of appropriate management, […]