8. VENOUS THROMBOEMBOLISM
Venous Thromboembolism (VTE) refers to the formation of blood clots in the veins. It includes two major conditions: Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT) and Pulmonary Embolism (PE). DVT occurs when a…
9. DRUG INDUCED BLOOD DISORDERS
Drug-Induced Blood Disorders are abnormalities in the blood caused by medications. These conditions may affect red blood cells, white blood cells, or platelets. They can range from mild and reversible…
10. EPILEPSY
Epilepsy is a chronic neurological disorder characterized by recurrent, unprovoked seizures. A seizure occurs due to sudden abnormal electrical activity in the brain. Epilepsy can affect people of all ages,…
11. PARKINSONISM
Parkinsonism is a neurological condition caused by reduced dopamine levels in the brain—particularly in the substantia nigra. Dopamine is essential for smooth and coordinated muscle movement. When dopamine decreases, patients…
12. STROKE
A stroke is a medical emergency caused by a disruption in blood supply to a part of the brain. When brain cells do not receive oxygen and nutrients, they begin…
13. ALZHEIMER’S DISEASE
Alzheimer’s Disease is a progressive neurodegenerative disorder that affects memory, thinking, and behavior. It is the most common cause of dementia in older adults. The disease develops slowly and worsens…
14. SCHIZOPHRENIA
Schizophrenia is a chronic mental disorder that affects how a person thinks, feels, and behaves. It is characterized by distorted thoughts, hallucinations, delusions, and difficulty interpreting reality. The condition usually…