Coughs caused by pneumonia often persist, worsen progressively, and may include shortness of breath, unlike common cold coughs that typically resolve on their own.
More than 534,000 Ho Chi Minh City residents have undergone free health screenings before the city begins a 150-day intensive phase to achieve its goal of providing check-ups for all residents by 2026.
"I am 27 years old and recently experience easy fatigue and a dull ache in my knee joints. Bending and extending my legs produces a 'clicking' sound, similar to osteoarthritis. Can young people suffer from this condition?" asks Thanh Ha from Nha Trang.
Stroke patients often experience spasticity in their limbs, clenched hands, or contracted ankles; botox injections combined with rehabilitation can help manage these symptoms.
Meningococcal disease often begins with fever, severe headache, and vomiting, easily mistaken for the flu or viral fever, but it can rapidly worsen within hours.
From letters from girlfriends to her son to the importance of HPV prevention, artist Oc Thanh Van recognizes the need to learn how to answer difficult questions that arise during puberty.
An echogenic intracardiac focus in the fetal heart is a common finding during prenatal ultrasound and does not affect fetal development if it appears in isolation.
Consistently adding sweet potato leaves to the daily diet for three months helped a patient in their fifties significantly lower hepatitis indicators and successfully reverse fatty liver disease.
Adequate hydration, achieved by sipping water frequently, dividing intake before and after sleep, and avoiding diuretic beverages, effectively protects the heart and brain.
Cruciferous vegetables, apples, and green tea are rich in antioxidants, vitamins, and anti-inflammatory compounds, which help protect lung cells and support respiratory function.
My job is busy, and I usually change my sanitary pad about every 5-6 hours because my flow is not heavy. How often should sanitary pads be changed to ensure hygiene and prevent infection? (Ha, Ho Chi Minh City)
a 24-year-old man, who suffered multiple prolonged cardiac arrests, deep coma, multi-organ failure, and severe lung damage, was ‘frozen’ by doctors and dramatically revived.
A 49-year-old man, declared brain-dead after a traffic accident, has given seven patients a new lease on life through multi-organ donation by his family.
While visiting their grandparents in the countryside, my 8-year-old daughter was allowed to play in the rain, with the hope of boosting her immunity. Is this practice beneficial? (Hong Van, 33, Hanoi)
Abnormal eye discharge, characterized by excessive secretion, discoloration, or accompanying symptoms like pain, redness, and blurred vision, indicates a need for early medical evaluation.
Individuals with gastroesophageal reflux disease should prioritize fiber-rich foods, consume smaller meals, and avoid fried items and alcohol to alleviate symptoms.
